EVNNPC given stable outlook by Fitch Ratings The Vietnam Electricity Northern Power Corporation (EVNNPC) was recently assigned a Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of ‘BB’ with a stable outlook by Fitch Ratings.

Fitch rates Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam “BB” with stable outlook Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam has announced that it has obtained a first-time rating from Fitch at BB and BBB- for its long-term issuer default foreign currency rating and local currency rating respectively. The outlooks on these ratings are stable.

FWD's RetireFun Deferred Annuity Plan Offers Enhanced Flexibility and Choice for Retirement Planning FWD's RetireFun Deferred Annuity Plan Offers Enhanced Flexibility and Choice for Retirement Planning

FWD wins Five Awards at Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2020 for outstanding performance and innovation FWD wins Five Awards at Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2020 for outstanding performance and innovation

PetroVietnam’s nine-month oil output surpasses target at 8.64 million tonnes

The Việt Nam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) has reported that nine-month oil output surpassed its target by 9.4 per cent, reaching 8.64 million tonnes ending September.

Braving challenges to revive the economy: In danger lies opportunity Braving difficulties, Việt Nam's GDP growth can reach 2-3 per cent in 2020 but amid an uncertain recovery path, enterprises are much in need of the Government's support and continued structural reforms to ensure sustainable growth.

Việt Nam's economic recovery forecast to be on track Việt Nam’s real GDP would grow by 2.6 per cent in 2020 and hit an 8.2 per cent rebound next year, Fitch Solutions forecast.

Vietnamese banks prepare for international integration

In the trend of strong globalisation with the recently signed CPTPP and EVFTA, meeting international standards by enterprises, especially in the banking sector is essential. These international standards help to affirm banks' position, development potential and brand reputation, therefore creating trust for customers.

Support for domestic pharmaceutical industry to rise in Việt Nam The Vietnamese Government's support for the local pharmaceutical industry will remain steadfast, according to Fitch Solutions.

Việt Nam's current account forecast at 3.7% in 2020 Việt Nam’s current account surplus could narrow to 3.7 per cent in 2020 from 4.9 per cent last year due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report from Fitch Solutions.