God of Wealth Day sparks gold rush

Friday, Feb 27, 2026

Traditionally regarded as an auspicious occasion for businesspeople, the Day of the God of Wealth has long been associated with the custom of buying gold to pray for prosperity and financial luck. The ritual has evolved into a recurring seasonal...

Gold price hits record VNĐ118 million, Hà Nội shops overwhelmed

Thursday, Apr 17, 2025

Due to the high demand from customers, gold became scarce as many people rushed to buy the commodity.

Record-breaking run continues for Việt Nam’s gold amid tariff fears

Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025

Strong safe-haven demand and escalating global trade tensions pushed gold benchmark rates to VNĐ111 million (US$4,353) per tael on April 16.

Experts warn of FOMO amid soaring gold prices

Tuesday, Mar 18, 2025

Recent surges in gold prices have resulted in a busy trading environment, with many Vietnamese citizens buying gold amid fears of missing out (FOMO).

Gold prices mixed on God of Wealth Day

Friday, Feb 07, 2025

Gold prices exceeded the threshold of VNĐ90 million (US$3,550) per tael on Friday, the God of Wealth Day.

PM Chính asks credit institutions to stabilise gold market

Wednesday, Feb 05, 2025

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính signed Directive No. 03/CT-TTg on February 4, 2025, highlighting key tasks for implementation after the 2025 Lunar New Year holiday. The directive includes a special emphasis on stabilising the gold market in Việt Nam.

Domestic gold prices soar on back of global trend

Thursday, Oct 31, 2024

SJC gold bullion rose by VNĐ1 million per tael (US$39.56 per tael) from the previous session to VNĐ88 million for buyers and VNĐ90 million for sellers. 

State bank to inspect banks, gold trading enterprises

Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024

The inspection is part of the efforts to narrow the gap between international and domestic gold prices.

Gold prices likely won't peak, for a while

Friday, Sep 13, 2024

Gold prices may see some minor increases in the coming months but in the long run, the precious metal will likely lose its appeal, said industry experts and policymakers. 

Stock market remains attractive to retail investors

Friday, Jul 26, 2024

Despite the remarkable surge in gold prices and the gradual increase in deposit interest rates, the stock market continues to stand out as an appealing investment channel.

Domestic gold prices remain stable against global upward trend

Monday, Jul 08, 2024

Throughout the last week, the price of the precious metal steadied, resulting in subdued trading.

Buyers beware, gold prices can still go down further: SJC

Thursday, Jun 06, 2024

Residents in large cities have been lining up to buy SJC gold bars at outlets set up by commercial banks since yesterday, with many saying they have not been able to finalise any purchases. Meanwhile, bank representatives claimed there is...

SJC gold price suddenly falls below VNĐ85 million, breaking historical highs

Monday, Apr 15, 2024

At 3:00 PM, the price of SJC gold unexpectedly reversed its course and experienced a significant decline, losing the morning''s peak level.

Gold prices set new records, deposit interest rates start to rise

Monday, Apr 15, 2024

Although the gold price climbed to its peak in many consecutive sessions and set new records, the gold price continuously plummeted in the last two sessions of the week.

[Videos] Gold rush on the God of Wealth day

Monday, Feb 19, 2024

Every year on the 10th day of the first lunar month is the God of Wealth Day. You will find gold stores packed to the rafters. Vietnamese prefer buying gold on this day as they believe that it will bring...