Vietnam as a manufacturing hub: why on-the-ground inspection matters
Vietnam’s integration into global supply chains is entering a new phase, where manufacturing capacity must be matched by on-the-ground inspection and verifiable quality governance to sustain sourcing relationships.
14th National Party Congress: Building Hue into distinctive international cultural, tourism hub
Hue is a land with more than seven centuries of history and development, and the only locality nationwide to possess eight cultural heritages recognised by UNESCO. Hue’s heritage space encompasses a rich system of royal architecture, traditional festivals, court arts, music and cuisine, together with ...
VPBank strengthens auto supply chain finance with Suzuki partnership
VPBank has expanded its supply chain financing activities in the automotive sector through a new partnership with Suzuki’s official distributor in Vietnam.
British rail businesses strengthen cooperation in Vietnam
On January 19-23, the British Embassy in Hanoi and the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, through the Green Cities, Infrastructure, and Energy Programme, is organising the UK Rail Mission to Vietnam.
Vietnamese businesses step up plans for cybersecurity centres
More than 80 per cent of Vietnamese businesses are considering setting up security operations centres (SOCs) to strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities, according to a recent survey by Kaspersky.
Retail stocks poised for growth as consumption recovery and policy tailwinds align
Retail stocks are drawing growing investor interest as recovering consumer demand, supportive tax policies and improving income prospects underpin expectations of strong earnings growth and rising valuations.
NamiTech raises $4 million in funding
Vietnam AI startup Nami Technology (NamiTech) has secured $4 million in its latest funding round from Japan's Toho Gas and existing investor Thien Viet Securities.
AEON Mall injects additional $113 million into Vietnam unit
AEON Mall Vietnam on January 19 announced an increase in its charter capital to VND23.76 trillion, equivalent to a rise of about $113 million.
Key factors to watch in the stock market in early 2026
A rebound in manufacturing, stronger domestic demand, record tourism and steady investment flows are laying a solid foundation for earnings momentum and improved market sentiment.
Canada pledges $81 million for initiatives in Vietnam
Canada has committed $81.43 million in development funding to support initiatives in Vietnam, focusing on climate action, inclusive institutions and economic empowerment for vulnerable groups.
Dragon Capital Vietnam Fund Management shares debut on UPCoM
Dragon Capital Vietnam Fund Management has begun trading its shares on Unlisted Public Company Market (UPCoM), marking a new milestone in its development as a public company.
KK Group opens global flagship store in Ho Chi Minh City
KK Group has launched its first global flagship KKV store in Vietnam, underscoring its long-term commitment to the market and an aggressive nationwide expansion plan.
Vietnam’s private capital market enters selective recovery phase
Vietnam’s private capital market has moved past the most fragile stage of the 2022-2024 adjustment cycle and is now entering a recovery phase, with capital returning in a more selective and disciplined manner.
Vietnam’s credit quota seen as safeguard for banking discipline
Le Hoai An, a certified financial analyst and founder of Integrated Financial Solutions JSC, highlights Vietnam’s 2026 credit quota mechanism as a macroprudential tool to balance growth momentum, risk control, and banking system discipline.
Miza Nghi Son green bond marks milestone for sustainable finance
Maybank Investment Bank has supported a landmark green bond issuance in Vietnam’s paper manufacturing sector, marking a new step forward for the country’s sustainable finance market.

