Banking & Finance
Vietnam ranks 5th in Asia in financial services: WB report
The country recording 80.32 points out of 100, according to the WB's Business Ready 2025 report.
Banking & Finance
Vietnam International Financial Center launched in Da Nang
The centre will serve as a controlled testing ground for new financial models and pioneer the deployment and expansion of digital asset products, digital payments, specialised trading platforms and exchanges.
Investment
Vietnam venture capital investment declines for fifth consecutive year
The majority of resources are being funneled into later-stage funding rounds, typically ranging from $5 million to $10 million.
100% State capital ownership proposed for some sectors of securities market
The proposal aims to ensure market stability, protect investor rights, and support the development of the securities market.
Banks to tighten collateral and credit rating criteria
Risk management criteria, particularly the requirements for "collateral" and "minimum credit rating," are expected to be slightly tightened.
Dong Nai among top localities as budget revenue exceeds $3.8 bln
Looking forward to 2026 and the 2026–2030 period, the southern province plans to accelerate its transition from an "extensive" to an "intensive" growth model.
Domestic gold prices keep upward trend in new year
Selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars hitting a record high of VND158 million (around $6,000) per tael.
Remittances to HCM City hit new record high in 2025
Remittance inflows into the southern city are expected to reach a record high of $10.5 billion in 2025.
PM assigns key tasks for banking sector to achieve double-digit growth in 2026
Total outstanding credits reached nearly VND18.41 quadrillion ($700 billion) as of December 24, 2025.