Credit growth reaches 16.69% by September
Total outstanding credit reaching VND20.75 quadrillion ($789 billion) as of September 30, 2026.
Vietnam Central Bank Intervenes to Stabilize Dong Amid Exchange Rate Surge
The State Bank of Vietnam has begun selling US dollars to curb a rapidly appreciating exchange rate, offering relief to banks with negative foreign currency positions.
New legal policies taking effect in September
A number of new socio-economic-related legal policies are set to take effect from September, including new regulations on calculating VAT on real estate transfers, foreign exchange management for bond issuances, and policies on the importation of automobiles for non-commercial purposes.
SBV issues Circular on foreign exchange in games business
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has issued a Circular guiding foreign exchange management in the business of prize-winning electronic games for foreigners. From September 1, players are allowed to transfer foreign currencies as bonuses abroad via authorized banks.