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Banks cut rates following SBV’s call

Demand for dragon fruit in Tiền Giang Province continues to increase

Dragon fruit prices in Tiền Giang Province remain high after the Lunar New Year due to increased demand from China and domestic consumption.

VN’s credit conditions in 2025 expected to be stable

The credit conditions for Việt Nam will stabilise in 2025, after improving substantially over the past year, the rating agency VIS is forcasts.

Record-breaking stock auction anticipated on Vietnamese market

Becamex IDC plans to offer 300 million shares with a starting price of VNĐ69,600 per share (US$2.74), aiming to raise over VNĐ20.88 trillion.

Modern retail set for period of growth as incomes increase

Modern retail is forecast to develop in the medium and long terms, driven by rising incomes and demand for quality products, experts have said.

Central industrial hub sets ambitious growth target in 2025

The central province has targeted ambitious growth of up to 10 per cent with some key strategic industrial investment projects in 2025, contributing VNĐ25 trillion (US$1 billion) to the State budget.

Vietnam Airlines to launch direct Nha Trang – Busan route on June 1

With an expected one flight daily, the new route will increase the total number of flights between Vietnam and the RoK to over 50 per week.

Hải Phòng’s trade turnover declines in January

According to the Hải Phòng Customs Department, the city's total import-export turnover in January 2025 exceeded US$9.6 billion, reflecting a 16.8 per cent decrease from December 2024 and a 6.4 per cent decline year-on-year.

Market tumbles at the start of the week amid strong volatility

Liquidity improved significantly, but foreign investors extended their net selling streak for the sixth consecutive session.

Over 300,000 online stores on Vietnamese e-commerce platforms lack seller identification

On just five major platforms—Shopee, Lazada, Tiki, Sendo and Grab—over 300,000 stores have unidentified sellers, with estimated revenues exceeding VNĐ70 trillion.

Export certificates granted to 158 rice merchants

In January, Việt Nam's rice exports reached an estimated 500,000 tonnes, valued at US$308 million, down 1 per cent in volume and 10.4 per cent in value, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

PM urges private sector to lead Việt Nam’s economic resilience and long-term growth

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính urged private enterprises to play a key role in achieving Việt Nam’s 8 per cent growth target for 2025, contributing ideas and solutions to ensure long-term economic resilience.

Asia-Pacific region’s CEOs prioritise investment in Việt Nam

PwC’s survey results highlight that business leaders have increasingly diversified their investment portfolios and shifted toward emerging markets in Asia-Pacific and Europe, however they also remain cautious.

Minister of Planning and Investment outlines six strategies to boost Việt Nam’s private sector

Dũng’s message to Việt Nam’s business community was clear: the private sector must continue to evolve and innovate to maintain its role as a key driver of economic development in the face of new global challenges.

81,000 new securities accounts opened in January

January saw the lowest number of securities accounts added by domestic investors in nearly two years.

Việt Nam sets sight on 8% economic growth with drastic steps

To achieve the 8 per cent economic growth this year, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Trần Quốc Phương said comprehensive solutions across all sectors have been outlined in the Government’s Resolution 01.

Facilitating FDI companies for listing: SSC

This move is expected to inject new dynamism into the market, fostering a more robust investment environment and potentially attracting more foreign capital inflows.

Master plan on atomic energy development, application approved

Its overall goal is to perfect the legal system, policies and the state management agency on atomic energy in accordance with international practices.

Cash reserves in stock accounts at six-quarter low amid margin rise

These funds are readily available in investor accounts, but remained undeployed as of the year-end.

Market sees divergence as VN-Index approaches the 1,280–1,300 resistance zone

The stock market is facing an opportunity for a breakthrough but also encounters significant challenges from sectoral divergence and selling pressure from foreign investors.

Positive economy growth forecast in 2025, but caution remains

Growth is expected to moderate from 7.5 per cent year-on-year in H1 to 6.1 per cent in H2, driven by increased business activity and sustained foreign investment.