finance

Cashless payments hit 28 times GDP in 2025

February 04, 2026 | 18:09

Cashless payment transactions in 2025 were worth around 28 times GDP, as digital payments surged across different channels.

Vietnam entering a new growth phase in 2026

January 28, 2026 | 10:02

The 2026–2030 development plan opens an ambitious reform cycle, with strong public investment and a 10 per cent GDP growth target.

Korea Development Bank gains approval to open Vietnam branch

January 22, 2026 | 20:14

Korea Development Bank on January 20 announced that it has obtained final approval from Vietnam’s central bank to open a branch in Hanoi.

VIB named Best Customer Satisfaction Bank in Vietnam 2025

December 26, 2025 | 16:40

VIB has been recognised for excellence in customer experience, topping rankings for satisfaction among mass affluent and affluent clients.

Vietnam accelerates push for open banking

December 10, 2025 | 11:58

Vietnam is in the early phases of its open banking journey, with regulatory frameworks only beginning to take shape and the market yet to fully develop.

Ho Chi Minh City taps Ant International to strengthen fintech and IFC ambitions

November 27, 2025 | 10:00

Ant Financial is supporting Ho Chi Minh City’s drive to become an IFC, focusing on innovation and talent development.

Imbalance still to be addressed in finance

September 08, 2025 | 09:29

Vietnam’s financial system has grown rapidly over the past decade, yet persistent structural imbalances and an over-reliance on bank credit highlight the urgent need to develop capital markets and professional personal financial advisory services.

Jens Lottner appointed CEO of Techcombank for second term

August 12, 2025 | 14:37

Techcombank appointed Jens Lottner as CEO for a second consecutive term, covering the period from 2025 to 2030.

AI reshapes accounting from automation to human strategic influence

July 25, 2025 | 14:20

The latest report from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants points out that accountants can thrive in an AI-dominated workplace.

F88 Secures Gold For Putting Clients First

July 21, 2025 | 13:39

Vietnam’s financial maverick earns top honors for protecting customers like family—with gold to prove it.

Exciting finance career opportunities at ACCA Virtual Careers Fair

July 15, 2025 | 16:10

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants will host its flagship Asia-Pacific Virtual Careers Fair on July 16.

ACCA and University of London launch honours pathway for aspiring accountants

June 05, 2025 | 15:30

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the University of London launched of a new B.Sc. (Hons) professional accountancy course on May 28.

The talent equation has changed: has your strategy?

May 26, 2025 | 08:56

In Asia-Pacific, as elsewhere in the world, the future of finance is not just about technology or sustainability, it is about people. And right now, those people are on the move.

Effective AI in banking and finance factor a prerequisite

May 23, 2025 | 18:44

Despite the numerous advantages of using AI in auditing and consulting, such systems remain prone to errors and must be used properly, according to experts at a Ho Chi Minh City seminar on May 23.