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Việt Nam marks entry into FTSE global emerging-market index

Việt Nam marks entry into FTSE global emerging-market index

The milestone followed years of effort and reflected the significant transformation of one of Southeast Asia''s fastest-growing economies, supported by the development of Việt Nam''s capital market.
SBV urges banks to proactively seek SME borrowers

SBV urges banks to proactively seek SME borrowers

SME credit outstanding rose 12.4 per cent from the start of 2026, faster than overall credit growth, but access to finance remains constrained by issues including collateral, financial transparency, management capacity and the ability to demonstrate cash flows.
Meeting pushes sustainable finance initiatives in ASEAN

Meeting pushes sustainable finance initiatives in ASEAN

The meetings included the ASEAN Steering Committee for Capacity Building Initiatives to Support ASEAN Financial Integration (SCCB) and the 11th meeting of the ASEAN Senior Level Committee on Financial Integration Task Force on Sustainable Finance (SLC-TF), jointly organised by the...
SCIC plans full divestment from Vinatex

SCIC plans full divestment from Vinatex

The divestment plan comes after the textile and garment group reported record results in 2025.
Hà Nội seeks to streamline SOEs, cut total to 17 by 2030

Hà Nội seeks to streamline SOEs, cut total to 17 by 2030

To address those issues, the Hanoi Department of Finance has proposed restructuring SOEs during 2026-30, aiming to reduce their number to 17. 
SCIC to divest all stakes in 66 companies

SCIC to divest all stakes in 66 companies

Under the plan, 21 companies have been identified as investments that SCIC will continue to hold for the next five years.
Banks take action to cut lending rates for SMEs as Việt Nam seeks faster growth

Banks take action to cut lending rates for SMEs as Việt Nam seeks faster growth

Official statistics show that by July 31, total outstanding credit in the economy had reached nearly VNĐ20.3 quadrillion, up 8.98 per cent from the end of 2025. Corporate borrowers accounted for more than VNĐ10.7 quadrillion, while loans to SMEs exceeded...
Việt Nam sets new State ownership thresholds, accelerates SOE restructuring

Việt Nam sets new State ownership thresholds, accelerates SOE restructuring

The Prime Minister’s Decision 40/2026/QĐ-TTg, effective August 5, establishes three main State ownership thresholds: 100 per cent, at least 65 per cent and above 50 per cent to below 65 per cent. Applicable thresholds depend on the strategic importance of...
State-owned enterprises set to become a stronger driver of economic growth

State-owned enterprises set to become a stronger driver of economic growth

As Việt Nam strives to achieve double-digit economic growth, enhancing the operational efficiency of SOEs while reinforcing their pioneering and leading role has become an urgent priority.
State, universities and businesses urged to strengthen cooperation on technology talent

State, universities and businesses urged to strengthen cooperation on technology talent

The Government should  the policy framework, universities provide training and research, while businesses connect education with market demand through technology transfer, practical learning opportunities and recruitment.
SBV moves to close dormant bank accounts to curb financial fraud

SBV moves to close dormant bank accounts to curb financial fraud

The SBV said that a large number of legally opened accounts have remained inactive for years, while others have been d using outdated or falsified documents or have been exploited by criminals for fraud, money laundering and other illicit transactions.
Việt Nam draws up criteria needed for strategic SOEs to drive growth

Việt Nam draws up criteria needed for strategic SOEs to drive growth

Việt Nam needs a broader set of performance indicators that would go beyond profit and State budget contributions to include innovation capacity, digital transformation, labour productivity and environmental, social and governance standards.
Household savings hit record as high interest rates attract idle money

Household savings hit record as high interest rates attract idle money

The increase comes as deposit rates have risen steadily since late 2025, encouraging households to move idle funds into bank savings for capital preservation and higher returns amid subdued performance in the stock, property and gold markets.
Việt Nam introduces special policies to strengthen anti-money laundering framework

Việt Nam introduces special policies to strengthen anti-money laundering framework

The revisions focus on key areas, including the definition of beneficial ownership, verification of customer information, transparency of legal arrangements, risk-based customer classification and the frequency of updating customer information.
New approach to State-owned enterprise reform needed to drive growth

New approach to State-owned enterprise reform needed to drive growth

With nearly 700 State-owned enterprises managing assets worth around VNĐ4.5 quadrillion, Việt Nam needs to move beyond administrative restructuring towards a new reform model that strengthens governance, innovation and strategic leadership.