Krungsri moving closer to full takeover of SHBFinance
On March 9, the State Bank of Vietnam granted approval in principle for SHBFinance to change its legal form, laying the groundwork for the full transfer of ownership to Thailand's Krungsri.
Cooler Master eyes $3 billion investment in Vietnam
Cooling module manufacturer Cooler Master plans to increase its investment capital in Vietnam to $3 billion as part of goals to strengthen its global supply chain.
$2.1 billion AI centre set for Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City has attracted a large $2.1 billion AI data centre at Tan Phu Trung Industrial Park, expected to strengthen high-performance computing infrastructure to support AI applications, cloud computing, and growing demand for big data processing.
Taihan Vina breaks ground on Vietnam’s first 400kV extra-high voltage cable plant
On March 12, Taihan announced that Taihan Cable Vina, its Vietnamese manufacturing subsidiary, started work on a new 400kV-class extra-high voltage cable plant in Dong Nai province.
GE Vernova to invest $200 million in HVDC transformer plant
GE Vernova has announced a $200 million investment to build a manufacturing plant for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission equipment at Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park in Haiphong.
Oman remains stable investment source amid Middle East turmoil
Amid escalating conflict across the Middle East, Oman has emerged as a stable source of investment, supporting Vietnam's economic growth.
Vietnam in Southeast Asia innovation-friendly Top 3
Vietnam ranks third in Southeast Asia in Innovators Business Environment Index 2026.
Vinh–Thanh Thuy expressway moves forward with investment approval
Construction of the Vinh–Thanh Thuy expressway is being prepared as part of efforts to improve regional transport infrastructure.
Deposit rate hikes expected to continue as banks compete for liquidity
Deposit rates are expected to trend higher in early 2026 as banks compete for liquidity, raising funding costs and creating upward pressure on lending rates, including mortgages.
Gresham House acquires on-site renewables developer Asia Clean Capital Vietnam
Gresham House, a UK-headquartered specialist alternative asset manager focused on sustainable investments, signed an agreement to acquire Vietnamese on-site renewable energy developer Asia Clean Capital Vietnam Pte. Ltd. on March 11.
Acecook Vietnam opens factory in Vinh Long
Acecook Vietnam put its new factory in Vinh Long province into operation on March 10 with an investment of over $200 million.
Sun Life Vietnam raises charter capital to over $727 million
Sun Life Vietnam has received approval to increase its charter capital, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the domestic market.
VPBank leads sector with fastest brand value growth
VPBank climbs 33 places in Brand Finance’s Global Banking 500 ranking, with brand value reaching $1 billion.
Middle East tensions raise energy, logistics and FX risks for Vietnam corporates
Escalating conflict in the Middle East is raising concerns about credit risks for Vietnamese businesses as energy and transport costs climb and global financial volatility intensifies.
Strengthening Singapore-Vietnam economic ties
The Year of the Fire Horse symbolises energy and decisive action. These qualities mirror the economic relationship between Singapore and Vietnam.

