Banking & Finance
Finance ministry proposes halving environmental tax on fuel
The measure expected to help curb inflation by lowering retail fuel prices.
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Vietnam in face of global trade changes
A new HSBC report takes a closer look at the changing global trade picture over recent years and Vietnam's place within it.
Banking & Finance
UK–Vietnam high-level IFC conference 2026 held in Hanoi
The conference reaffirmed the UK’s long-term commitment to supporting Vietnam in developing a modern, transparent, and globally connected International Financial Centre.
Nam A Bank, Proparco ink deal to boost green finance in Vietnam
Nam A Bank and Proparco have signed an MoU in Paris to expand green finance in Vietnam, with a potential $30 million loan under consideration and a focus on attracting international capital through new sustainability initiatives.
USD purchase price adjusted by state-owned commercial banks
The USD/VND exchange rate in the interbank market rose by approximately 0.13% from the previous weekend...
Legal preparatory steps for crypto asset market
Work continues on developing a framework for the regulation of a crypto asset market in Vietnam.
Financial tools expanded to support enterprises in the supply chain
Vietnam has currently 16 credit institutions participating in factoring with outstanding loans of about VND22 trillion (more than $836.7 million).
Positive open-ended fund performance
Many open-ended funds posted double-digit returns in 2025 as their longer-term approach proved fruitful.
Domestic gold prices drop to lowest level since Feb
Selling price for SJC-branded gold bars declining to VND171 million ($6,501) per tael on March 21.