Banking & Finance
Domestic gold prices plunge after hitting record high
Gold prices in Vietnam reaching a historic high of nearly VND191 million ($7,290) per tael on March 2.
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Government’s public debt plan for 2026 unveiled
According to the plan, VND583.7 trillion will be borrowed for central budget to cover deficits, and over VND376 trillion for repayment of debts.
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Negotiations to finalize free trade agreement between Vietnam and EFTA stepped up
During the latest round, negotiators focused on flexibly addressing remaining differences.
Proposal calls for substantive decentralization to attract major capital to HCMC
Chairman of the City People's Committee, Nguyen Van Duoc, said that the city is entering a new phase of development, however, the two biggest bottlenecks today are institutions and capital.
Domestic–global gold price gap narrows sharply
The disparity between domestic and global gold prices down 10.85%-37.5% compared to the peak recorded earlier this month.
Stricter regulations proposed for corporate bond trading
The move aiming to improve transparency and strengthen protection for investors.
Corporate bond repayment pressure to increase in year end
The total value of corporate bond principal due for repayment by non-banking entities in the last two months of the year is estimated at VND25.2 trillion ($958 million).
Heavy fines imposed on firms linked to bond market irregularities
Lucky House Investment Services JSC was fined over $6,600 for disclosing false information.
World Bank asked to increase cooperation in clean energy, digital transformation and climate change adaptation
WB has consistently been one of Vietnam’s largest international donors with 180 programs/projects totaling over $26 billion.