citi report discusses economics of philanthropy

Citi report discusses economics of philanthropy

The new Citi report released in late October delves into the economic impact of philanthropy, emphasising the immense, yet often underestimated, contribution of individual giving to the global economy.
citi report highlights common language for global payments

Citi report highlights common language for global payments

The payment industry is evolving at pace, led by the rapid growth of cross-border money flows, according to Citi’s latest GPS report released in late October.
citi anticipates stronger recovery for vietnam despite typhoon disruption

Citi anticipates stronger recovery for Vietnam despite typhoon disruption

Citi has revised Vietnam’s GDP growth forecast after surprisingly strong third-quarter growth.
gelex group proud to support brand new hanoi childrens hospital

GELEX Group proud to support brand new Hanoi Children's Hospital

The Hanoi Children’s Hospital, the first specialised paediatric general hospital in the capital city, was inaugurated on October 9, providing an in-depth and prestigious medical treatment facility for children.
brewer seeks to snap up new stakes

Brewer seeks to snap up new stakes

Vietnam’s biggest brewer is looking to expand the number of processing factories under its wing via an upcoming acquisition of shares.
calls made to avoid unfair tax methods

Calls made to avoid “unfair” tax methods

Vietnam’s legislature is closer to discussing an excise tax on beverages, which could drastically affect beers and spirits businesses depending on what direction is taken.
power ensured after typhoon yagi damagse

Power ensured after Typhoon Yagi damagse

The damage caused by Typhoon Yagi to supply chains and power supply has been revealed, with Vietnam Electricity having pledged to ensure recovery following Asia’s most powerful storm this year.
sabeco steps up to serve society in times of strife

SABECO steps up to serve society in times of strife

Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation has come to the aid of people struggling after Typhoon Yagi through a series of initiatives.
central bank preparations underway for fed rate move

Central bank preparations underway for Fed rate move

Investors have increased their bets on a strong interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve next week. Trinh Ha, a financial market analyst from Exness Investment Bank, explained more to VIR’s Phuong Thu about the rate cute scenario and its impact on the Vietnamese markets.
emissions standards for vehicles to rise

Emissions standards for vehicles to rise

The Ministry of Transport has proposed that motorbikes and scooters must be issued with a certificate to prove they meet emission standards before being allowed on the road.
specifics out of reach for energy initiatives

Specifics out of reach for energy initiatives

Liquefied natural gas and offshore wind power projects are facing delays as they await the removal of key regulatory obstacles.
2024 global trade trends conference held in ho chi minh city

2024 Global Trade Trends conference held in Ho Chi Minh City

Citi organised the 2024 Global Trade Trends conference in Ho Chi Minh City on September 5, offering an opportunity for experts to gather and discuss emerging trade and supply chain trends.
price incentives can electrify transport

Price incentives can electrify transport

Ensuring sufficient electricity demand and incentives on electricity prices can promote the electrification of transport, contributing to accelerating the net-zero process by 2050.
citi appoints new head of financing for investment banking

Citi appoints new head of Financing for Investment Banking

Citi has announced that Achintya Mangla will become head of Financing for Investment Banking from September 4.
indias rahil gangjee shines at brg open golf championship in danang

India's Rahil Gangjee shines at BRG Open Golf Championship in Danang

After three days of intense competition, Indian golfer Rahil Gangjee emerged as the champion at the 2024 BRG Open Golf Championship in Danang.