VIB Business Debit Card: zero cross-border fee on overseas transactions
On March 9, Vietnam International Bank launched the VIB Business Debit Card – a comprehensive financial solution designed for the operational and growth needs of small and medium-sized enterprises, business households, and corporate finance teams.
Vietnam steps up overseas investment
Vietnam’s total outbound investment reached $540.2 million in the first two months of 2026, up 2.3 times on-year, marking a significant expansion of Vietnamese firms’ overseas activities.
Nghe An accelerates land handover for $2.3bn LNG power plant
Nghe An province has directed departments to coordinate land handover for the $2.3 billion Quynh Lap Liquefied Natural Gas power plant, targeting construction to begin by the end of April.
Transport infrastructure in process of synchronisation
The synchronisation and completion of the connecting infrastructure system are expected to enhance the attractiveness of the investment environment in Vietnam.
EU standing ready to boost trade, investing
Trade and investment ties between Vietnam and the EU have been significantly improved by a bilateral trade deal. Julien Guerrier, Ambassador of the EU to Vietnam, spoke with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the cooperation prospects to build on such ties.
Fresh pathways laid out for industrial ties with Germany
Vietnam and Germany are boosting ties in industrial development. Peter Kompalla, chief representative of the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam (AHK Vietnam), underscores Vietnam’s industrial transition as new pathways for bilateral cooperation.
First Vietnamese law firm establishes office in the US
Amid steadily expanding cross-border trade and investment between Vietnam and the United States, ASL LAW announced the establishment of a legal entity in the US on March 3.
Banks ramp up capital plans ahead of AGM season
Many banks are planning significant charter capital increases during the 2026 AGM season through share issuances, stock dividends and private placements to strengthen financial capacity and support future credit growth.
South Korean company to build synthetic graphite anode material plant in Thai Nguyen
Battery material and chemical company Posco Future M will develop a new synthetic graphite anode material plant in Thai Nguyen.
Central Retail books $208m loss after Nguyen Kim sale
Thailand-based retail conglomerate Central Retail has completed the divestment of its stake in Vietnamese electronics chain Nguyen Kim to PICO Holdings, valuing the business at approximately $36 million. The group has recognised an asset impairment loss of over $208 million.
Techcombank Private affirms leadership in wealth management
Recognised as Vietnam’s Best Private Bank 2026 by Global Finance, Techcombank Private continues to set new benchmarks in a rapidly evolving wealth management landscape – one shaped by sustained economic growth, rising entrepreneurial success, and the emergence of a new generation of affluent and high-net-worth ...
Vingroup merges GSM and Green Future
On February 28, Vingroup announced the merger between Green and Smart Mobility JSC and Green Future Trading and Services JSC.
De Heus completes acquisitions of CJ Feed & Care
De Heus has completed the acquisition of CJ Feed & Care, strengthening its presence in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia while entering the South Korean and Philippine markets.
Jollibee subsidiary Highlands Coffee evaluates Vietnam IPO
Jollibee Foods Corporation has announced that the board of its subsidiary Highlands Coffee is evaluating a planned public listing in Vietnam.
US-Iran conflict affecting asset prices
In light of the US - Iran conflict, gold and the US dollar are emerging as short-term safe havens, while cryptocurrencies and stocks are seen as carrying higher risk, according to securities firm VnDirect.

