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Policy boost paves way for Vietnam's stock market upgrade

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced a new circular that introduces amendments to regulations concerning information disclosure, trading securities and the operations of securities companies.

Newly established businesses soar 126.8 per cent in January

Nearly 24,200 new businesses were established nationwide in January, surging 40.9 per cent from December and 126.8 per cent year on year.

Danang destroys 6,500 packs of smuggled cigarettes

Authorities in Danang have destroyed 6,500 packs of smuggled cigarettes deemed unfit for circulation, the city’s civil enforcement agency said.

Supermarkets step up promotions as Tet spending slows

Vietnamese supermarkets are ramping up discounts and in-store promotions in the final days before the Lunar New Year, as consumer spending remains more subdued than in previous Tet seasons.

Pork prices surge in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Tet

Pork prices at many traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City have been climbing steadily in the run-up to Tet, leaving many shoppers startled by the sharp increases.

Delivery services overwhelmed as Tet nears

Vietnam’s year-end online shopping rush has overwhelmed delivery services, leaving customers facing delays of up to six days as couriers race to clear warehouses before their Lunar New Year break.

PM orders national gold exchange proposal completed without delay

Vietnam’s prime minister has ordered officials to urgently finalise proposals for a national gold exchange, as the Government steps up efforts to manage monetary and fiscal policy in 2026.

Ministry proposes 0.1 per cent tax on crypto assets trading

The draft sets out tax policies for crypto asset transactions and business which align largely with the current taxation framework applied to securities trading.

VNX, FTSE Russell discuss Vietnam market upgrade

The Vietnam Stock Exchange (VNX) met with global index provider FTSE Russell to discuss next steps to support the sustainable development and upgrading of Vietnam’s stock market.

Vietnamese banks target substantial profits

Several Vietnamese banks are targeting double-digit profit growth, with some aiming for tens of trillions of dong in pre-tax profit.

Vietnam’s agricultural exports surge almost 30 per cent in January

Vietnam’s agricultural, forestry and fishery exports opened the year on a strong note, reaching nearly USD 6.51 billion in January, a rise of 29.5 per cent year on year.

Aviation finance hub launches in HCM City, aims to raise USD 6.1 billion

A new aviation financial hub has been launched in HCM City, aiming to mobilise more than USD 6.1 billion in initial capital and position the country as an emerging centre for aviation finance.

VINENERGO to develop large wind power project in Gia Lai

Phase 1 of the Hon Trau wind power plant is designed to have a total installed capacity of 750 MW, with an estimated annual electricity output of around 2.8 billion kWh.

Vietnam and US firms sign energy cooperation deals

Vietnam’s state-owned Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical JSC has signed cooperation documents with major US energy firms to explore crude oil and biofuel supplies.

Ha Long Canfoco posts heavy loss after tainted meat discovery

Ha Long Canfoco has reported a sharp loss in the fourth quarter of 2025 amid cost pressures and market backlash.

Foreign investors allowed to trade via global brokers

Vietnam has allowed foreign investors to trade securities through global brokerage institutions and permitting foreign fund management companies to open two trading accounts.

Unique cultural space of three regions introduced at Spring Fair 2026

The first Spring Fair 2026 opened in Hanoi on February 2, featuring unique cultural displays from across Vietnam.

Vietnam, Jordan set USD 1 billion trade target by 2035

PM Pham Minh Chinh and Speaker of the Jordanian House of Representatives Mazen Turki El Qadi have agreed that both nations should work toward boosting bilateral trade to USD 1 billion by 2035.

Three new names lift Vietnam’s billionaire count to eight on Forbes list

Vietnam has added three new billionaires after two executives at Vingroup and the chairman of VPBank appeared in Forbes’ real-time billionaire rankings, bringing the country’s total to eight.

Billion dollar capital from Taiwan and Japan set to flow into Vietnam

Vietnam is emerging as one of the world’s top 15 developing destinations for foreign direct investment, with billion dollar inflows from Taiwan and Japan targeting finance, banking and insurance.

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