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Six cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Japan signed
The agreements have been signed as part of the official visit to Vietnam by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae from May 1-3.
Banking & Finance
VnEconomy hosts seminar: banks as partners in business growth through digital transformation
The event aims to clarify the current landscape, conditions, and solutions for the “digital enabler banking” model to effectively support businesses and drive sustainable growth.
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Taxable revenue threshold for household businesses doubled
The adjustment aims for greater flexibility, with the threshold to be raised to approximately VND1 billion ($38,000) to reflect economic realities, support household businesses, and ensure budget balance.
100% State capital ownership proposed for some sectors of securities market
The proposal aims to ensure market stability, protect investor rights, and support the development of the securities market.
Banks to tighten collateral and credit rating criteria
Risk management criteria, particularly the requirements for "collateral" and "minimum credit rating," are expected to be slightly tightened.
Dong Nai among top localities as budget revenue exceeds $3.8 bln
Looking forward to 2026 and the 2026–2030 period, the southern province plans to accelerate its transition from an "extensive" to an "intensive" growth model.
Domestic gold prices keep upward trend in new year
Selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars hitting a record high of VND158 million (around $6,000) per tael.
Remittances to HCM City hit new record high in 2025
Remittance inflows into the southern city are expected to reach a record high of $10.5 billion in 2025.
PM assigns key tasks for banking sector to achieve double-digit growth in 2026
Total outstanding credits reached nearly VND18.41 quadrillion ($700 billion) as of December 24, 2025.