Vietnamese banks standing strong although risks remain
August 27, 2025 | 09:00
Vietnam’s banking sector has been a key facilitator as well as beneficiary of the country’s robust economic growth. We forecast total system outstanding loans to double by the end of this year relative to five years ago. This makes Vietnam the second-largest banking system in ASEAN by assets, ahead of other larger and higher-income economies.
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.
Banks race to issue dividends in search for growth
March 27, 2025 | 12:16
Record-high stock dividends and capital expansion plans are underscoring bank growth goals for the coming year, reflecting financial health and a widening divide within the sector.
Bad debt risks make banks switch focus
September 04, 2024 | 08:00
Vietnamese banks are increasingly shifting their focus from retail lending to corporate clients, driven by concerns over rising bad debts in the retail segment and heightened risk perceptions.
Banks continuing to plan cautious growth
July 10, 2024 | 11:00
Vietnamese banks are significantly increasing their charter capital to strengthen financial stability and support growth.
Banks prepare for strategic partnerships
May 10, 2024 | 11:03
Several Vietnamese banks are strategically positioning themselves to raise capital and court potential investors to expand their market reach.
Listing ambitions of Vietnamese banks backed by leaders
April 15, 2024 | 15:23
Several of Vietnam’s banks are gearing up to list on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange, indicating a notable growth trajectory and an opportunity for capital augmentation.
Market shifts remain sticky topic for banks
December 27, 2023 | 09:31
Several Vietnamese banks, amidst efforts to enhance market presence, are still far off from going public or transitioning their listings to major exchanges.
BVBank hits 97 per cent of annual target in Q3 surge
October 27, 2023 | 11:45
BVBank has seen significant improvements in the third quarter amidst the challenges in the banking sector.
Dragon Capital increases stake in Sacombank
October 24, 2023 | 15:14
Dragon Capital buys 3.5 million more stocks in Sacombank.
Confidence on show in banks’ green shift
October 10, 2023 | 10:42
Vietnamese banks are amplifying green financing efforts amid robust government backing, navigating both advancements and industry issues.
MB ranked in Top 5 most reputable banks
August 07, 2023 | 14:46
Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) secured its position in the top five Vietnamese banks at an awards ceremony, a testament to its vital contributions towards its sustainable growth in the banking sector.
Vietnamese banks prove attractive to foreign investors
July 21, 2023 | 16:22
A number of Vietnamese banks are grabbing interest of foreign investors who are major banks or financial groups.
Agribank chairman proposes additional capital injection
July 19, 2023 | 12:36
During a recent conference, chairman of Agribank's Board of Directors Pham Duc An put forward a proposal to increase the bank's charter capital.
Vietnamese businesses await relief as SBV slashes interest rates
July 14, 2023 | 10:39
Vietnamese businesses anticipate some relief as the central bank slashes interest rates, with credit growth expected to accelerate in the second half of 2023.
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