Banks face rising bad debts amid push for debt market development
By Lien Thuy
November 03, 2026 | 18:07
Rising bad debts and shrinking provisioning buffers are prompting tighter credit discipline, while state-owned Vietnam Asset Management Company’s expanded mandate and a new trading platform offer fresh momentum for debt resolution.
Vietnamese brands make gains in ASEAN’s brand economy
By Thanh Van
November 03, 2026 | 16:54
Vietnamese brands are strengthening their position in ASEAN’s brand economy, according to the ASEAN 500 2026 report from Brand Finance.
Japan's erex completes third biomass co-firing in Vietnam
By Thanh Van
November 03, 2026 | 15:56
Japan's erex Co., Ltd. on November 2 announced that the company conducted its third biomass co-firing test in Vietnam.
Shifting from attracting capital to building national investment platform
By Ngoc Anh
November 03, 2026 | 15:55
Vietnam is undergoing a fundamental shift in mindset, moving from simply attracting capital to building a national strategic investment platform, and from development based on administrative boundaries to an approach centred on industry clusters, value ch
Fintech growth puts financial stability and resilience in focus
By Nguyen Huong
November 03, 2026 | 15:52
Rapid advances in fintech and AI are creating opportunities to improve efficiency and expand financial inclusion, but also intensifying the need for stronger risk management and operational resilience across the financial system.
Real estate and retail drive Q3 profit surge
By Minh Thuy
November 03, 2026 | 14:06
Real estate companies have spearheaded third-quarter earnings growth, while basic resources and retail also delivered strong gains, offsetting slower banking growth and declining IT profits.
Tax reforms carve the path for growth and confidence
By Hazy Tran
November 03, 2026 | 11:25
Closer collaboration between tax authorities and businesses, greater alignment with international standards, and digitalised administration are set to ease business burdens in Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City eyes chip design as US tech firms look to Vietnam
By Ngoc Anh
November 03, 2026 | 11:10
Ho Chi Minh City should build on its manufacturing strengths to move into chip design and advanced technologies, a forum has heard.
Hung Yen speeds up reform to boost investment appeal
By Quynh Nga
November 03, 2026 | 11:02
Hung Yen is accelerating administrative reform to cut business costs and strengthen its investment appeal.
Techcombank announces core banking upgrade to enhance customer experience
By Thanh Van
November 02, 2026 | 18:04
Techcombank on November 2 announced a planned upgrade of its core banking system as part of its ongoing commitment to delivering superior customer experiences and strengthening its technology capabilities.
Transit-oriented development must look beyond station gate
By Anh Ngoc
November 02, 2026 | 18:02
Vietnam’s push for transit-oriented development will succeed only if planners, investors, and city officials treat the land around each station as seriously as the railway itself.
Lite-On to pump additional $320 million into subsidiaries in Vietnam
By Nguyen Kim
November 02, 2026 | 17:19
Taiwanese electronics group Lite-On Technology Corporation will inject an additional $320 million into two wholly owned subsidiaries in Vietnam to expand production capacity amid increasing demand for AI infrastructure.
Banks unlock foreign ownership headroom to attract strategic investors
By Vinh Thuy
November 02, 2026 | 17:07
Banks are stepping up efforts to attract foreign strategic investors through ownership adjustments and share offerings, as capital requirements, competitive pressures, and M&A prospects reshape the sector.
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