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VN-Index continues to set new record high

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 17:24
Unlike earlier sessions characterised by volatility, today's market displayed a unified upward trend.

HCM City targets growth of over 10% in 2026

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 16:10
HCM City has set a target of more than 10 per cent economic growth in 2026, seeking double-digit expansion in line with central government requirements, city leaders said at a conference on January 6.

Air Cambodia resumes Phnom Penh–Đà Nẵng flights 

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 15:54
In 2022, Cambodia's Angkor Air also launched a route from Seam Reap to Đà Nẵng, with three direct flights per week.

Viet Industry 2026 to connect industrial supply chain

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 14:38
Covering over 10,000 sq.m, the exhibition is expected to host around 500 domestic and foreign booths representing companies from over 20 countries, showcasing advancements in industrial manufacturing technologies and equipment.

Hyatt doubles Việt Nam footprint as Wink hotels join Unscripted portfolio

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 13:26
The agreement marks the global launch of the Unscripted by Hyatt brand and will expand Hyatt’s presence beyond major cities to new destinations including Cần Thơ, Tuy Hòa and Hải Phòng, the companies said in a joint statement.

Land auction rules tightened with higher deposits

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 12:40
Việt Nam has raised deposits required for participation in residential land auctions to as much as 50 per cent of the starting price and introduced bans of up to five years for winning bidders who fail to fulfil payment obligations to curb speculation and market distortions.

Int’l agricultural, environmental technology fair set for Cần Thơ

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 11:01
VietAGROS 2026 will serve as a technology-focused platform showcasing advanced technologies, machinery, equipment and new production processes for the agricultural sector in the Mekong Delta and across Việt Nam.

New e-commerce law expected to curb online trade fraud

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 09:44
Between 2020 and 2025, authorities nationwide detected and handled about 120,000 - 190,000 cases of smuggling, trade fraud and counterfeit goods each year with trade fraud accounting for the largest share of around 79-88 per cent.

Việt Nam’s real estate mergers and acquisitions shift toward long-term strategies

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 07:45
Amid an uneven recovery of real estate investment across the Asia-Pacific region, Việt Nam has emerged as an increasingly favoured destination.

Special mechanisms set to boost investment appeal of HCM City

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 07:42
A resolution provides the key legal framework for advancing the Cái Mép Hạ Free Trade Zone (FTZ), attracting strategic investors and supporting economic expansion across the southern key economic region.

Unprecedented opportunities for green financing in Việt Nam

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 07:40
Financing is crucial to meet stringent ESG standards from discerning export markets like the European Union (EU), the US and Japan. This includes costs for certifications such as GlobalGAP and organic farming, along with establishing traceability systems.

Finance sector must take lead in renewing mindset, institutions: PM

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 22:15
PM Phạm Minh Chính stressed the need to turn institutions from a “bottleneck” into a national competitive advantage, and to shift from a “management” mindset to one of “creating and nurturing a development ecosystem.”

Plan approved to implement Việt Nam – Israel FTA

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 21:54
The plan calls for stronger trade and investment promotion activities in Israel to inform Israeli businesses about Việt Nam’s investment climate and advantages, thereby expanding bilateral trade ties, attracting foreign investment into priority sectors and promoting Vietnamese goods to Israeli consumers and importers.

Construction, high-quality steel sales hit record 585,000 tonnes in December

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 20:55
This marked the highest-ever monthly sales level for Hòa Phát’s construction steel in the region.

Standard Chartered completes offshore financing transaction for Stavian Chemical

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 20:53
Under the transaction, Standard Chartered acted as the sole Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner for a US$70 million Syndicated Secured Short-Term Loan Facility for Stavian Chemical.

Insurance revenue reaches $9 billion in 2025

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 20:51
The insurance market continues to experience steady growth, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

VN-Index breaches 1,800 point-level

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 17:27
As the market successfully crossed the 1,800-point mark just days into the new year, it has set high expectations among investors.

ABBANK gets green light to increase capital

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 15:52
An Bình Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ABBANK) has received approval from the State Securities Commission of Vietnam to issue additional shares to existing shareholders to raise its charter capital by 30 per cent to VNĐ13.45 trillion (US$511.2 million).

Vietnamese exports face 21 new trade probes, firms secure some wins

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 15:14
Việt Nam faced 21 new trade defence cases from 11 markets in 2025, bringing the cumulative total to 298 investigations from 25 territories.

Việt Nam’s industrial output surges to highest level since 2019

Tue, 01/06/2026 - 14:30
The growth outpaced the previous year's 8.2 per cent increase and represented the highest level since 2019.

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