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New financial strategy aims to improve capital access for SMEs

New financial strategy aims to improve capital access for SMEs

Việt Nam has set a goal for at least 300,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to have outstanding loans at credit institutions by 2030 under the new national financial inclusion strategy.
Ministry proposes data, cash flow-driven lending to ease SMEs credit crunch

Ministry proposes data, cash flow-driven lending to ease SMEs’ credit crunch

Draft amendments to the Law on Support for Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises aim to reduce SMEs’ dependence on collateral-backed borrowing and encourage banks to assess borrowers based on business performance, transaction data, cash flow and value chains.
Standard Chartered optimistic about Việt Nams economic growth outlook in 2026

Standard Chartered optimistic about Việt Nam’s economic growth outlook in 2026

Standard Chartered expects Việt Nam’s economic growth to moderate in the first half of the year before rebounding more clearly in the second half. GDP growth is projected at about 6.5 per cent in the first half, accelerating to around...
Nearly 17,000 join Standard Chartereds Fun Fit Fest to support community well-being

Nearly 17,000 join Standard Chartered’s Fun Fit Fest to support community well-being

The campaign, which ran ahead of the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon Heritage Race 2025, inspired thousands to stay active while contributing to social causes.
ESG takes centre stage in Việt Nam business evolution

ESG takes centre stage in Việt Nam business evolution

The ESG Progress Tracker Survey Report 2025 revealed that 89 per cent of 174 respondents say they have made or plan to make an ESG commitment within the next 2-4 years, a significant increase from 80 per cent in 2022.
SP upgrades ratings of three banks, citing resilient economy

S&P upgrades ratings of three banks, citing resilient economy

The agency raised Vietcombank to BB+, Techcombank to BB and Eximbank to BB-, with stable outlooks, while upgrading Việt Nam’s BICRA to group 8 from 9.
Standard Chartered revises Việt Nams growth forecast in 2025

Standard Chartered revises Việt Nam's growth forecast in 2025

The bank expects growth to slow to 4.9 per cent year-on-year in the second half of 2025, from 7.5 per cent in H1.
Emissions regulations present challenges for State agencies and businesses

`Emissions regulations present challenges for State agencies and businesses

According to experts, one of the biggest obstacles lies in the fuel supply chain. The roadmap for Level 5 compliance demands high-quality fuel that is currently scarce in many parts of the country.
Standard Chartered has partnered with REE to promote gender-inclusive leadership in Việt Nam

Standard Chartered has partnered with REE to promote gender-inclusive leadership in Việt Nam

Standard Chartered has been a trusted partner in Việt Nam’s growth journey, combining international experience with strong local insight.
SMEs need solutions in accessing ESG capital

SMEs need solutions in accessing ESG capital

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), accounting for more than 90 per cent of all existing businesses, need solutions to help them access green capital.
Standard Chartered forecasts US dollar trends and highlights Việt Nams positive but cautious outlook in 2025

Standard Chartered forecasts US dollar trends and highlights Việt Nam’s positive but cautious outlook in 2025

Standard Chartered has released its latest macroeconomic s for Việt Nam, forecasting the US dollar will strengthen in 2025 but weaken early in the year.
Standard Chartered arranges a US100 million syndicated loan for Stavian Chemical

Standard Chartered arranges a US$100 million syndicated loan for Stavian Chemical

Standard Chartered acted as the sole mandated lead arranger and bookrunner in a VNĐ2.5 trillion (US$100 million) maiden offshore syndicated loan transaction for Stavian Chemical Joint Stock Company (Stavian Chemical), opening up future opportunities for the company’s business growth.
Standard Chartered Vietnam appoints first Vietnamese CEO

Standard Chartered Vietnam appoints first Vietnamese CEO

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam on Friday announced the appointment of Nguyễn Thúy Hạnh, as CEO & Head, Banking & Coverage, Việt Nam, the first local to hold this senior leadership role.
Standard Chartered partners with the Vinacapital Foundations Brighter Path project to empower ethnic minority female students

Standard Chartered partners with the Vinacapital Foundation’s Brighter Path project to empower ethnic minority female students

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam has partnered with The VinaCapital Foundation to support the Brighter Path programme, aimed at empowering ethnic minority female students in Việt Nam.
Standard Chartered signs MoUs with clients to jointly explore business opportunities in Việt Nam-Hong Kong corridor

Standard Chartered signs MoUs with clients to jointly explore business opportunities in Việt Nam-Hong Kong corridor

Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with three clients to explore business opportunities between Hong Kong and Việt Nam.