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HSBC arranges $105 million green loan for EVNNPC's energy storage investment

The $105-million international syndicated green loan arranged by HSBC will assist the Vietnam Electricity's Northern Power Corporation (EVNNPC) in deploying energy storage systems at 70 existing substations, aiming to enhance load demand response capabilities and mitigate the risk of grid overload.

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A step up the capital ladder

Banking & Finance

At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates

Banking & Finance

Southeast Region attracts 35% of total bank lending

The region reporting outstanding loans of nearly VND6.8 quadrillion ($258 billion) by the end of September.

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.

Taking convenience a step further

Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.

October 26, 2026

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.

October 25, 2026

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.

October 24, 2026

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.

October 23, 2026

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.

October 23, 2026

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.

October 22, 2026

Digital Biz

HSBC arranges $105 million green loan for EVNNPC's energy storage investment

A step up the capital ladder

At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates

Southeast Region attracts 35% of total bank lending

HCM City targets $19 billion in foreign investment in 2026

Taking convenience a step further

Rising costs not customers

Broader access to purchasing power

VSBF 2026 addresses digital finance and sustainable growth in Vietnam

Vietnam targets November launch of financial transactions at international financial centers

Dialogue targets real-world quantum applications for urban megacities

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