Regional, international financial centers mean boosters to Vietnamese economy: Deputy PM
Ho Chi Minh City envisions its financial center encompassing the money market, banking system, capital market, and derivatives market.
17:51, 2025/01/07
Vietnam prioritizes agriculture and renewable energy for access to green loans
The move is part of the government’s effort to accelerate economic restructuring and build resilience to climate change while protecting the environment.
16:49, 2025/01/06
Vietnam GDP expands by 7.09% in 2024
The 2024 growth rate is considered positive amidst global uncertainties and domestic challenges such as natural disasters.
14:39, 2025/01/04
Vietnam stock market set to accelerate in 2025: Experts
Stable macroeconomic fundamentals, ongoing institutional reforms, and favorable monetary policies will be positive for corporate earnings.
05:58, 2021/08/09
Vietnam to open e-payment for 80% of population by 2025
Mobile money services will be promoted in Vietnam, with priority given to regions where the prevalence of banking services is still low.
17:35, 2021/08/06
Vietnam Gov’t approves proposal on tax cuts for businesses
The support program is set to take effect in 2021.
15:57, 2021/08/06
State budget revenue rises over 13% in Jan-Jul
Positive budget collection during the first seven months is thanks to economic recovery from late 2020 to June this year.
18:15, 2021/08/03
Finance ministry to cut 30% of corporate income tax
New support measures may lead to a decline of VND20 trillion ($870 million) in State budget revenue.
21:04, 2021/08/02
Banks urged to reduce interbank money transfer fees
The request from the State Bank of Vietnam is expected to help people overcome difficulties during the Covid-19 outbreak and push cashless payment.
16:22, 2021/07/29
Central Bank warns of risks in real estate lending
Credit demand has been on the rise in the first half of the year and is set to maintain its growth momentum for the second six months.
18:10, 2021/07/28
Vietnam's parliament approves plan to borrow US$134 billion in next 5 years
The policymakers today (July 28) passed resolutions on the national financial plan and debt payment and mid-term public investment in the 2021-25 period, and State budget final accounts in 2019.
11:04, 2021/07/27
Finance ministry urges minimum trading lot once again be 10 shares
The move, if realized, would be welcome news for investors, especially those with limited financial capabilities, to buy stocks in small quantities.
14:47, 2021/07/22
Overheated stock market poses risks for Vietnam long-term growth: Experts
It remains unclear whether the rise of the stock market benefits enterprises and supports growth.
10:55, 2021/07/20
US Treasury, Vietnam c.bank committed to keeping strong partnership
Both sides are committed to maintaining close cooperation and look forward to addressing other shared challenges, such as supporting a strong and inclusive recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.
18:36, 2021/07/14
Investment funds win big on Vietnam stock market
Vietnam’s bright economic outlook remains a pull factor for foreign investors.
17:04, 2021/07/14
Vietnam to keep public debt at 60% of GDP in next 5 years
The government expects a budget deficit of $86.7 billion, or 3.7% of the GDP, in the next five-year period.
16:07, 2021/07/13
Banks to cut interest rates in response to Covid-19
The cut, which begins from this month to late 2021, will depend on each bank’s financial situation.
15:12, 2021/07/12
Vietnam c.bank calls for lower interest rates in July
As the pandemic continues to persist, stronger measures are needed to restructure debts and lower interest rates for customers.
21:50, 2021/07/08
Locals registers all-time high number of securities accounts in H1
The total number of securities accounts in the country is estimated at over 3.39 million, or 3.5% of the population.
21:49, 2021/07/08
Local banks lower expectation for credit growth in 2021 on Covid-19
Over 85% of credit institutions and banks projected to be profitable in 2021.
21:56, 2021/07/05
Vn-Index declines as HoSE’s new system starts operation
The trading system went smoothly without any crash as liquidity reached VND28 trillion (US$1.22 billion) at the close, slightly up from previous sessions.
20:05, 2021/07/03
Vn-Index predicted to hit 1.500-mark in H2
All factors are pointing to a positive prospect of Vietnam’s stock market by the end of this year.
20:23, 2021/07/02
Inflation well under Government's control: Experts
A cautious approach in managing inflation could help ensure the consumer price index (CPI) staying below 3%.
17:46, 2021/06/30
Vietnam c.bank to research and pilot use of cryptocurrency
Government agencies are working on a legal framework for the management of cryptocurrencies and assets.