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.
Gold market embarks on new rebuilding trajectory
September 16, 2025 | 10:21
The State Bank of Vietnam is simultaneously tightening oversight and advancing plans for a national gold exchange, placing banks and businesses to seize opportunities while facing a more transparent and disciplined market.
Credit trends set tone for key sectors
August 27, 2025 | 12:00
Credit across the banking system has surged at an unusually high pace this year, with a significant share directed towards real estate and securities, raising concerns over the sustainability of growth.
Roadmap outlined to abolish credit quotas
August 18, 2025 | 11:55
Vietnam is set to pilot the removal of its long-standing credit growth quota from 2026, with its central bank tasked to design a criteria-based roadmap aimed at boosting market openness while also safeguarding financial stability.
Bank of Korea, State Bank of Vietnam sign new MoU to boost cooperation
August 12, 2025 | 12:05
The Bank of Korea and State Bank of Vietnam have deepened their cooperation with a new MoU.
Vietnamese lenders seek unified anti-fraud shield
July 25, 2025 | 10:11
From July 1, the State Bank of Vietnam requires full verification of businesses and biometric data of legal representatives before firms can make electronic transactions or withdrawals.
Exchange rate offering test for economic footing
July 16, 2025 | 11:18
As VND weakens to a record low against the USD, Vietnam faces a critical test in balancing growth-supportive policies with currency stability in the last six months amid tightening external conditions.
Vietnamese banks are able to rise to the challenge
June 06, 2025 | 10:03
Vietnam’s digital journey is well underway. The State Bank of Vietnam has set an ambitious target of achieving a cashless economy by 2030.
World Financial Innovation Series redefines future of financial services
April 21, 2025 | 10:21
The WFIS took place over April 15 and 16 at the Melia Hotel in Hanoi.
Lending could increase amid volatile forex market
April 17, 2025 | 07:00
Strong domestic growth is set to fuel a surge in lending, expected to pave the way for the State Bank of Vietnam to balance its policy tools and lay the groundwork for a further 0.03-0.08 per cent decline in average lending rates across the system.
Standard Chartered and SBV accelerate help for women integrating with digital transformation
March 11, 2025 | 12:01
On March 10, Standard Chartered Vietnam and the SBV organised the conference “Banking women integrating with digital transformation”.
Lofty GDP potential is indicator for credit demand
February 14, 2025 | 15:59
The State Bank of Vietnam targets 16 per cent credit growth, but this may have to be higher if GDP hits the 10 per cent mark this year.
Capacity expands to lower deposit and lending rates
October 04, 2024 | 10:30
The recent decline in exchange rates will provide the State Bank of Vietnam with more room to adjust interest rates in a way that benefits credit growth and stimulates economic expansion.
SBV offers fresh catalyst for growth
September 10, 2024 | 10:33
The State Bank of Vietnam’s efforts to lower interbank interest rates and increase credit limits for banks will provide additional momentum for growth, with economic recovery pace being crucial to sustaining credit demand.
Vietnamese, Lao central banks discuss cooperation in using local currencies in bilateral trade
August 23, 2024 | 10:08
The State Bank of Vietnam and the Bank of Laos have jointly organised a conference to share experience in promoting the use of respective domestic currencies in bilateral trade and investment cooperation activities to prevent external risks.
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