monetary policy

Economists cautious on interest rate adjustments

January 16, 2023 | 15:59

As Vietnam’s government has raised its inflation target to 4.5 per cent for 2023, policymakers are required to maintain a cautious stance on monetary policy.

Upgrading Vietnam's GDP forecast for 2022 to 8.2 per cent

October 05, 2022 | 16:26

Against fluctuations in the global political and economic situation, UOB raised the full-year GDP growth forecast for Vietnam to 8.2 per cent.

Myriad of choices available for monetary policy in Vietnam amid global fluctuations

September 21, 2022 | 11:24

As today’s markets are undoubtedly volatile, the State Bank of Vietnam is in a dilemma to adopt a proper monetary policy. Economic expert Vu Dinh Anh discussed with VIR’s Hong Dung the potential approaches for Vietnam to sail through the challenging period.

Loose monetary policy forecast to continue despite inflation pressure

April 22, 2022 | 09:48

Despite rising inflation pressure, the State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) is likely to maintain a loose monetary policy at least for the next 3-6 months, analysts forecast.

Singapore tightens monetary policy for third time to deal with inflation

April 16, 2022 | 11:00

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on April 14 tightened monetary policy, the third time since October 2021, with the aim to combat inflation that is expected to heat up.

Suitable economic recovery hinges on monetary policy

December 07, 2021 | 09:00

The State Bank of Vietnam anticipates significant risk inflationary pressure in 2022 while considering reigning in the expansionary monetary policies of the past years – however, strong credit growth due to stronger demand is predicted with the economy’s reopening.

ECB's Lagarde in spotlight as policy on hold

December 13, 2019 | 12:14

The European Central Bank left key monetary policy settings unchanged Thursday (Dec 12), placing the spotlight on new president Christine Lagarde to offer clues about its future direction and plans for a major reassessment of ECB tools and goals.

Merkel, Macron praise Draghi's 'European dream' as ECB chief bows out

October 29, 2019 | 14:50

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Monday (Oct 28) lauded Mario Draghi for defending "the European dream" in the face of opposition as he handed over a divided ECB to Christine Lagarde.

Bright spots amid trading tensions

September 04, 2019 | 09:28

Stable monetary policy, a network of trade agreements, and suitable policies encouraging foreign direct investment have helped Vietnam maintain stable growth amid trade tensions. Suan Teck Kin, head of research and executive director of Global Economics and Markets Research at United Overseas Bank Singapore, provides an insight into these issues.

Central bank to keep monetary policy on hold through 2019

July 10, 2019 | 14:42

The State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) will hold its benchmark refinancing and discount rates at 6.25 per cent and 4.25 per cent, respectively, in addition to maintaining its 14 per cent credit growth target for the remainder of 2019, experts forecast.

European stock markets hold their breath before Fed update

June 20, 2019 | 10:17

European stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic paused on Wednesday (Jun 19) after the previous session's strong rally, as investors awaited a key monetary policy update from the Federal Reserve.

Tightened monetary policy forecast for Q4 2018

October 08, 2018 | 09:18

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will likely continue its tightened monetary policy in the remaining months of the year after its decision to strictly control lending to high risk sectors in the third quarter didn’t adversely affect the country’s economic growth, according to experts.