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Deputy PM urges 1.5-2 percentage point lending rate cuts for businesses, priority sectors

SHB approved to raise charter capital to nearly $1.8 billion

Saigon – Hanoi Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SHB) has been granted approval by the State Bank of Việt Nam (SBV) to raise its charter capital to VNĐ45.9 trillion (US$1.75 billion).

Việt Nam’s economy to stay resilient despite tariff headwinds: ADB

Việt Nam’s strong export and import growth, along with a surge in foreign investment disbursement, drove economic performance in the first half of 2025.

Việt Nam re-auctions key 4G, 5G bands to boost digital infrastructure

The ministry has set the starting bid for each frequency block at VNĐ1.955 trillion (US$75.2 million), with the auction to proceed via direct ballots in VNĐ20 billion increments.

Vingroup unveils support to aid switch to electric vehicles in Hà Nội

To support the Government's efforts to combat environmental pollution, Vingroup has introduced a series of initiatives to help Hà Nội residents transition from petrol-powered vehicles to electric ones.

Petrolimex to pilot E10 biofuel sales in HCM City from August 1

Petrolimex is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel at its stations in the pre-merger areas of HCM City starting August 1.

Techcombank granted licence to establish life insurance company TCLife

The licence, issued under Decision No 100, allows Techcombank to set up TCLife to offer life insurance, health insurance, reinsurance and other related services in compliance with local regulations.

Fruit and vegetable exports reach over $3.8 billion in seven months

Việt Nam’s fruit and vegetable exports bounced back in the first seven months of 2025, reaching more than $3.8 billion due to strong demand for durian, coconut and other key products.

Proposal to build fashion materials hub to boost Việt Nam’s leather, textile sectors

LEFASO, along with the Việt Nam Textile and Apparel Association and the Việt Nam Timber and Forest Products Association, jointly proposed the development of a 40-hectare centre dedicated to innovation and material supply for the fashion industry.

Chinese province proposes co-operation in aluminium mining, processing with Cao Bằng

In recent meetings, leaders of Guangxi province have repeatedly expressed their interest in partnering with Cao Bằng in the exploration, production and processing of aluminium-based products.

Vietnam Airlines partners with ACB and Visa to launch Lotusmiles Pay

Lotusmiles Pay is designed to seamlessly connect air travel services with a broader financial and consumer ecosystem, delivering a convenient and comprehensive experience for members of the Lotusmiles loyalty programme.

PM expects Sumitomo Corporation to become Việt Nam’s strategic investor

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has called on Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation to expand its investment in Việt Nam, highlighting the group's potential to contribute to green growth, smart infrastructure and high-tech development.

Việt Nam’s digital asset market attracts major players

In Việt Nam, while digital assets were initially recognised in the legal framework, the State Bank of Vietnam has not yet accepted virtual currencies as legal tender.

Wood and wood product exports continue to grow amid tariff uncertainty

In the face of global trade turbulence caused by sudden tariff changes in the US and shifts in global supply chains, Việt Nam’s wood and wood product exports have managed to maintain positive momentum.

Việt Nam emerges as potential new star in global AI landscape

The ranking underscores the nation's openness to emerging technologies and signals its growing ambition to play a leading role in the global AI landscape.

PM urges stronger investment in waterway transport to boost logistics

Việt Nam boasts a dense river network of over 42,000km of navigable waterways and more than 3,260km of coastline with natural estuaries and bays.

Small apartments, a focused segment in a rebounding real estate market

Nguyễn Đức Thành, head of the Urban Housing Research Institute, said small apartments priced between VNĐ2–3 billion are now a central focus for both banks and developers.

Administrative delays threaten export of Vietnamese agricultural products to the EU

Hundreds of tonnes of dragon fruit are stuck in warehouses, as farmers and businesses face the risk of huge potential financial losses if the issue is not resolved promptly.

Capital poured into agriculture, rural areas

Credit growth for agriculture and rural development in Việt Nam rose 5.31 per cent in the first half of 2025 compared to the end of 2024, accounting for 23.16 per cent of the country’s total outstanding loans.

Market rebounds, VN-Index hits over three-year high

Foreign investors were net sellers today after withdrawing a large amount of nearly VNĐ1.9 trillion on the southern market.

Cà Ná gas power project sees just one bid

The investor, a joint venture between Trung Nam Group and Sideros River, submitted its bid with an electricity selling price of VNĐ3,294.22 per kWh (equivalent to US$0.128).