Ho Chi Minh City starts construction of four key infrastructure projects
Ho Chi Minh City commenced construction and held ground-breaking ceremonies for four key infrastructure and transport projects on January 15 with a combined investment of nearly VND240 trillion (more than $9.2 billion).
Vietnam’s corporate bond market set for a more positive 2026
2026 is set to be a more positive and active year for Vietnam's corporate bond market, bolstered by an improving credit quality trend.
PIDG invests with AquaOne to expand Xuan Mai’s treated water supply to Hanoi
Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) has announced it will invest VND114.99 billion ($4.54 million) into Xuan Mai Hanoi Clean Water Transmission Limited Company.
Foreign sentiment towards Vietnam turns more positive
Foreign investor sentiment towards Vietnam is showing signs of recovery as global risk appetite improves and expectations of a market upgrade gain traction.
Vietnam ranks 38th in global AI adoption
Vietnam is making steady progress in AI adoption, though it continues to trail more advanced economies in the global rankings.
Visa data highlights five key payment and travel trends in Vietnam for 2026
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, on January 13 released its outlook on the top five trends that will shape how Vietnamese people pay and travel in 2026.
Wealth management faces skills gap as investor confidence lags
The shift from stand-alone investing towards comprehensive wealth management is opening up significant opportunities for financial institutions, while simultaneously imposing higher requirements in terms of professional standards, technology capabilities, and policy support.
European business confidence reaches highest in seven years
EuroCham released the Q4 2025 edition of its Business Confidence Index (BCI) on January 13, recording its highest level in seven years and marking a decisive shift in European business sentiment.
HDBank completes $100 million international green bond scheme
HDBank has completed its 2025 international green bond offering, strengthening access to long-term capital for sustainable finance initiatives.
Vietnam’s outbound investment surges as foreign inflows remain resilient
Vietnam's outward investment surged in 2025, driven by a sharp rise in newly licensed projects and expanded capital commitments overseas.
Vietnam’s regional influence draws renewed global attention
Shifting perceptions among global investors point to a broader reassessment of Vietnam’s role in Asia’s economic and strategic landscape.
Vietnam’s IPO market eyes revival in 2026
The market for new share listings is showing signs of renewed momentum, supported by improved regulation and broader sector participation.
Brokerage competition tightens as market shares narrow
Competition among securities firms intensified last year, with market share gaps narrowing across the brokerage sector.
AI and digital twin centres launched in Hanoi
New research facilities have been launched in Hanoi to support the development and application of advanced digital technologies, reflecting growing emphasis on innovation-led competitiveness.
Vietnam leads ASEAN in EV market growth
Vietnam is emerging as a regional frontrunner in the transition to electric mobility, driven by rapid market growth and rising electrification.
