FTSE upgrade signals new era for Vietnam's equity market
Vietnam's stock market is approaching a pivotal shift from a retail-driven arena to a more institutionalised landscape, industry leaders said during a recent Bloomberg-hosted webinar.
Silver bullion could follow gold onto MXV trading floor
Silver bullion could be listed on the Vietnam Mercantile Exchange as authorities move to standardise trading and establish a transparent pricing mechanism.
Government approves plan for Nam Du–U Minh gas fields
A development plan for the Nam Du and U Minh gas discoveries offshore Vietnam has been approved by the government, advancing efforts to commercialise the project.
Banks expand financial ecosystems to unlock new growth drivers
Banks are expanding into insurance, securities, digital assets and fund management to drive growth, but stronger risk governance will be crucial to ensure system stability.
Vietnam-US forum advances strategic technology collaboration
A high-level innovation and investment forum in California has strengthened Vietnam's push to become a key node in global technology supply chains.
Ho Chi Minh City targets four semiconductor projects this year
Ho Chi Minh City will focus on attracting at least four high-added-value foreign investment projects in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on cooperation with AMD, Nvidia, and Qualcomm.
V-Green commits $400 million to nationwide ultra-fast EV charging network
On March 18, V-Green Global Charging Station Development JSC announced a $400 million investment to deploy 99 ultra-fast charging hubs along highways nationwide this year.
Visa and Trip launch global virtual travel card programme
Visa and Trip.com entered into a new global agreement designed to make booking and paying for travel more seamless for consumers and partners worldwide on March 17.
MarketVector Vietnam Local Index adds three new stocks
The MarketVector Vietnam Local Index has included Masan Consumer, VPS Securities, and VPBank Securities in its latest quarterly review.
SmartSolar brings total funding to $3.15 million with European financing
On March 17, Vietnam-based rooftop solar startup SmartSolar closes a debt financing round, bringing total funding to $3.15 million in combined equity and debt as it scales financing for small and medium-sized businesses struggling with rising electricity costs.
VIB targets $444 million profit and completion of Basel III approach
Vietnam International Commercial Joint Stock Bank announced its 2026 AGM materials, setting a profit target of $444.2 million, proposing a dividend of nearly 19 per cent, and completing Basel III under the standardised approach.
ODA prioritises high-impact transformative projects
Prioritising the allocation of official development assistance and concessional foreign loans to key projects with strong spillover effects is central to mobilising, managing and utilising concessional financing for 2026-2030.
ICBC pledges deeper financial cooperation with Vietnam
The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China has held talks with Vietnamese financial officials on strengthening financial cooperation between the two countries.
Securities firms target double-digit growth despite market volatility
Securities firms are projecting strong revenue and profit growth for 2026, driven by economic recovery, policy support, and expectations of a stock market upgrade set to attract greater foreign investment.
Giang Dien Industrial Park offers prime land near Long Thanh Airport
Clean land funds in prime southern industrial locations are becoming increasingly scarce as competition intensifies, with sites near Long Thanh International Airport drawing strong investor interest.

