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A step up the capital ladder
FTSE Russell’s upgrade opens Vietnam’s stock market to global capital but retaining long-term investment remains the key challenge.
Investment
HCM City targets $19 billion in foreign investment in 2026
The city is prioritising high-quality FDI in finance, technology, digital transformation, the green economy, sustainable development and innovation.
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Taking convenience a step further
Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.
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.
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.
VSBF 2026 addresses digital finance and sustainable growth in Vietnam
The two-day VSBF 2026 symposium convened leading domestic and international regulatory experts, economists, and researchers for in-depth academic deliberations.
Vietnam targets November launch of financial transactions at international financial centers
All operational preparations expected for completion in October with the aim of facilitating actual transactions from November.
Dialogue targets real-world quantum applications for urban megacities
A core focal point of the seminar was identifying concrete urban challenges in the city where quantum technology could offer viable breakthroughs.
Moves to facilitate domestic listings for high-quality foreign-invested firms
The stock market plays a vital role in mobilizing medium- and long-term capital for the economy, with initial public offerings (IPOs) serving as an essential market component, according to Le Thi Viet Nga, Vice Chairwoman of the State Securities Commission (SSC).