A 0% deposit rate amid a high inflation rate would turn people away from banks and look for other investment channels such as real estate, securities, or gold with higher risks, stated an expert.

Severe economic impacts as a result of the pandemic have put more stress on the local condotel market.

A land fever only benefits a few people, and the latecomer will be losers when the market turns sideway or even freezes, stated an economist.

Strong business results were thanks to sound performance in fields of real estate, natural resources, chemicals and services.

Credit pumping into real estate takes a large share in the total outstanding loans, following by corporate bonds and stock market.

Bonds issuance on the international market not only help firms diversify their capital mobilization channels, but also expand markets and further attract investment.

The central coast province defines tourism as a key economic sector, expecting it would make up 14% of the province's GDP by 2025.

The central bank would continue to monitor the economic performance to adjust monetary policy accordingly, with the aim of keeping the inflation rate around 4% for this year.

Credit has not been effectively channeled into fields that contribute directly to economic growth and ultimately social prosperity, but to risky fields such as real estate, stock market or cryptocurrencies.