Banking & Finance
Vietnam's outstanding credit exceeds $770bln as lending supports economic growth
Lending continuing to be directed primarily toward production, business activities and priority sectors.
Investment
Vietnam highlighted as a rising investment destination at ASEAN Conference 2026
As ASEAN seeks to strengthen its role amid a more fragmented global economy, Vietnam was placed in the spotlight at the ASEAN Conference 2026, with business leaders pointing to the country's transition toward higher-value investment, major infrastructure development, and financial market reforms as key drivers of its next growth phase.
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Vietnam’s carbon market lays foundation for green investment
Dr. Nguyen Nhat Ha Chi, Head of ESG at Dragon Capital, tells Ngoc Lan from Vietnam Economic Times about the role of Vietnam’s newly launched carbon exchange as a key milestone in the country’s net-zero journey.
Finance ministry removes 7 customs procedures for duty-free goods
Separate protocols for international arrivals at airports, passengers on international flights to Vietnam, or departing passengers purchasing goods at downtown duty-free shops have been eliminated.
Global investment giants complete technical preparations to enter Vietnam’s stock market
Vietnam’s stock market is making steady progress toward an upgrade in its market classification.
Operational regulations for IFC issued
The regulations detail financial mechanisms, the selection of investors and contractors, member registration, and coordination protocols between relevant authorities.
Vietnam’s Top 15 securities firms post record $543mln in tax contributions
Notably, 14 out of the 15 companies saw an increase in their budget contributions compared to 2024, demonstrating that growth was widespread across the industry rather than concentrated in just a few top firms.
Expectations for easier IPO listing requirements
Draft amendments to the Law on Securities are aimed at easing the listing requirements for IPOs that have been holding back technology startups.
Development plan for Vietnam International Financial Center approved
The center is expected to rank among the top 75 financial centers worldwide, top 25 in the Asia-Pacific region, and third in ASEAN, by 2035.