Banking & Finance
Southeast Region attracts 35% of total bank lending
The region reporting outstanding loans of nearly VND6.8 quadrillion ($258 billion) by the end of September.
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Rising costs not customers
Revenue increases in the food and beverage sector detailed in a recent report appear to stem from higher prices rather than growing demand.
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Broader access to purchasing power
A recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum heard how Vietnam’s cross-border QR payment system is entering a new era of expansion.
PM calls on Luxembourg to boost long-term investment and support international financial center
As of September 2026, Luxembourg had 68 active FDI projects in Vietnam, with registered capital of approximately $2.79 billion.
Finance Ministry outlines inflation scenarios for 2026 at 4.5% and 4.8%
Inflationary pressures are expected to persist in the final months of this year, with risks stemming from international energy markets, supply chain uncertainties, and rising public investment and consumer spending.
Critical considerations for economic growth
Sustaining double-digit growth will require balancing ambitious expansion with inflation control, financial stability, and the more efficient allocation of capital.
EU decision to remove Vietnam from non-cooperative tax list welcomed
The decision shows the recognition of Vietnam’s recent efforts to improve its legal framework and policies and enhance enforcement in practice to create a favorable, transparent and stable business and investment environment in line with international standards and practices.
Real estate bond issuance surges 126% in 9M
Total bond issuance in the nine-month period reaching VND149.5 trillion ($5.7 billion).
Suitable sources & destinations
As Vietnam looks to fund its investment requirements, it is crucial for the “right” type of capital to go the to “right” needs.