Banking & Finance
Corporate bond issuances total $4.6 bln in 5M
Banking sector accounting for the largest proportion with 67.1%.
Digital Biz
Legal framework key to Da Nang's digital asset hub ambitions
Da Nang has approved a controlled pilot mechanism for a stablecoin payment project. This model allows international tourists visiting the city to make payments using USDT.
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Banking sector’s commitment to green growth
The State Bank of Vietnam has introduced an action plan to ensure sustainability within the country’s financial system.
A mechanism proposed to manage cryptocurrency exchanges
A pilot program for issuing and trading cryptocurrencies and digital assets to be oversighted Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Public Security, and State Bank of Vietnam.
Public investment disbursement to be accelerated
The government has introduced task forces to ensure that public investment disbursement reaches the levels required to boost growth.
Domestic gold prices drop after hitting historic record high
The selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars plummeting to below the VND100 million ($3,885) per tael mark on March 21.
New regulations on foreign investment in financial institutions
The changes specifically addressing purchase methods, ownership limits, and investor obligations.
Banks continue lowering deposit interest rates
Over 23 banks have cut the rates following PM's directions.
Domestic gold ring prices hit record high
The price reaching over VND100 million ($3,889) per tael.