Việt Nam News

Many real estate developers continue to face difficulties in meeting their profit targets this year, with data showing a significant drop of 20 per cent in revenue and 43 per cent in profit, primarily due to a sharp decline in sales in 2023.

Bình Dương Province attracted more than US$2 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, exceeding the set target, continuing to affirm its position as one of the leading localities in the country in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).

In a recent report, ACB Securities Companies analysts said that the net interest margin (NIM) of banks in 2025 will increase by five basis points over 2024.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade, and the Ministry of Finance have adjusted down the retail sale prices of petrol products from 3pm on December 26.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development explained the increase in pepper export value is attributed to a significant rise in prices. 

The National Assembly Standing Committee has issued a resolution on Việt Nam’s environmental protection tax rates for petrol, oil, and lubricants in 2025, keeping in effect a tax cut introduced to support the post-COVID-19 economic recovery.

On the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index closed at 1,272.87 points, down 1.17 points or 0.09 per cent. Market breadth remained negative, with 171 declining stocks, 149 advancing and 49 unchanged. Liquidity saw a sharp decline to approximately VNĐ13.7 trillion (US$537.48 million), marking a 27.1 per cent decrease compared to the previous session.

HCM City’s economy is on track for a robust recovery, with its projected Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) soaring to VNĐ1.78 quadrillion (US$70 billion) in 2024, marking a growth of 7.17 per cent.

The mutual recognition agreement (MRA) on Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) aligns with global trends and brings numerous business benefits while enhancing customs management efficiency.

Vietnamese airlines are proactively gearing up, expanding their fleets and launching early ticket sales for the Lunar New Year to cater for the rising demand.

Việt Nam is setting new standards in the global coffee trade through sustainability, innovation and a rich cultural heritage.

Principal of the School of Business at the National Economics University, Associate Professor Dr Tạ Văn Lợi, talked to Vietnam News Agency about solutions for domestic enterprises to become more green in terms of logistics.

The numbers investing in this sector remains modest, because the supportive mechanisms and policies for the investors are not attractive enough, according to experts.

It is critical to improve the awareness of enterprises about carbon market together with the provision of supports to encourage their market participation, experts said at the conference on carbon market: opportunities and challenges held by Công Thương (Industry and Trade) newspaper on Wednesday in Hà Nội.

The VN30-Index, which represents the 30 largest stocks by market capitalisation on the HoSE, soared by 19.21 points, or 1.45 per cent, to settle at 1,342.48 points. Remarkably, all 30 stocks in the VN30 basket closed in positive territory.

As the year draws to a close, Saigon Lager Beer is stirring up a buzz across Việt Nam with its highly anticipated event: a colossal "blind box unboxing" that promises to be the most exciting surprise of the year.

This places the province among the top 10 nationwide in FDI attraction, showcasing its increasing appeal to international investors.

Chair of the Sóc Trăng People's Committee said the zone should be larger than 40,000 hectares.