Banking & Finance
Domestic gold prices drop to lowest level in four month
The selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars fell to VND165 million (around $6,273) per tael.
Vietnam Today
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.
Vietnam Today
Decree on import duty cuts to 0% for certain fuel products takes effect until June 30
Under a newly-issued resolution of the Government, the validity of Decree No. 72/2026/ND-CP, which lowers preferential import duty rates on selected fuel products and raw materials to 0%, is extended until the end of June 30 this year.
Corporate bond issuance reaches $957 mln in Q1
Strong increase seen in public offerings, while private placements slowed.
Legal guarantee for State Budget
The Ministry of Finance has called for a major review of the Law on State Budget to boost transparency and public involvement.
VPBank secures landmark $1 billion syndicated loan to advance sustainable finance in Vietnam
VPBank raises $1 billion in a syndicated loan, marking a major milestone in sustainable finance and reinforcing its commitment to ESG and its leadership in Vietnam’s green finance sector.
Public capital disbursement in April posts high growth
The disbursed capital reaching $1.84 billion, up 60% against the first quarter.
For sustainable finance development
Green and sustainable finance is no longer simply an option for Vietnam as it shifts towards a low-carbon economy and strives to meet its development targets.
New regulations on regulatory sandbox mechanism in banking sector
The new regulations outlined in Government Decree No. 94/2025/ND-CP, dated April 29, 2025, which will take effect from July 1.