banks

SBV credit policy shift puts banks and developers in spotlight

July 10, 2026 | 14:38

The State Bank of Vietnam's easing of capital rules and special credit treatment for strategic projects is expected to expand lending capacity, with banks, property developers and infrastructure companies emerging as the biggest beneficiaries.

Lenders turn to bond market to strengthen capital base

July 02, 2026 | 07:58

Vietnamese banks are stepping up bond issuance plans worth billions of dollars to replenish capital sources, support lending growth and secure long-term funding amid rising financing demand across the economy.

Banks face diverging fortunes in second half of 2026

June 29, 2026 | 16:50

Vietnam's banking sector will face sustained margin and liquidity pressures in the second half of 2026, SSI Research warns.

Banks face growing constraints on loan rate reductions

June 06, 2026 | 11:44

Higher funding costs and deposit competition are expected to limit further loan rate reductions, despite the SBV's push for lower borrowing costs.

Banks build bigger buffers as bad debt pressure returns

May 31, 2026 | 09:00

Banks are sharply increasing loan-loss provisions as rising bad debts, weaker cash flows and mounting property market risks force lenders to prioritise financial resilience over short-term profit.

Tough 2026 looms for Vietnamese banks

May 27, 2026 | 21:58

Vietnam’s banking sector is expected to face mounting pressure and a more challenging operating environment in 2026 amid tight liquidity and rising risks.

Moody's Ratings upgrades outlook of six Vietnamese banks to positive

May 07, 2026 | 18:13

Moody's Ratings on May 5 affirmed the ratings of six Vietnamese banks and changed their outlooks to positive from stable.

Banks propose generous dividends but some remain cautious on payouts

April 22, 2026 | 11:52

A wave of high dividend payouts is sweeping Vietnam's banking sector, though some lenders are holding back to shore up their finances.

Banks trim rates as headwinds complicate monetary policy

April 21, 2026 | 17:20

Deposit rates are edging lower, led by major state-owned banks, but mounting global and domestic pressures are narrowing room for further cuts, complicating monetary policy and interest rate management.

Banks cut rates as credit growth gains pace

April 15, 2026 | 08:20

The State Bank of Vietnam has announced the results of banking operations in Q1.

Banks expand financial ecosystems to unlock new growth drivers

March 19, 2026 | 17:40

Banks are expanding into insurance, securities, digital assets and fund management to drive growth, but stronger risk governance will be crucial to ensure system stability.

Higher 2026 growth target puts pressure on credit framework

January 19, 2026 | 09:00

The push for 10 per cent economic growth in 2026 is expected to strain Vietnam's credit growth framework.

Banks set for selective hiring in 2026

January 08, 2026 | 10:56

Credit institutions are expected to recruit cautiously in 2026, focusing on targeted roles to support rising credit demand, digitalisation, and risk management.