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Central banks first 2026 directive prioritises inflation control, macro stability

Central bank’s first 2026 directive prioritises inflation control, macro stability

Directive 01/CT-NHNN sets a 4.5 per cent inflation goal and targets around 15 per cent credit growth to safeguard macro stability and sustainable growth.
Government sets 10 per cent growth target for provinces

Government sets 10 per cent growth target for provinces

The Government framed the target as both necessary and achievable despite acknowledging significant headwinds.
Việt Nams economy in 2026: opportunities from new growth drivers

Việt Nam’s economy in 2026: opportunities from new growth drivers

Lê Thị Thuỳ Vân, Deputy Director of the Institute for Economic and Financial Strategy and Policy under the Ministry of Finance spoke with Vietnam News Agency about key solutions to help the economy sustain growth momentum.
AMRO forecasts Việt Nam to lead growth in ASEAN3 in 2026

AMRO forecasts Việt Nam to lead growth in ASEAN+3 in 2026

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) forecasts Việt Nam’s GDP growth in 2026 at 7.6 per cent, the highest among ASEAN+3 economies, in its quarterly of the ASEAN+3 Regional Economic Outlook (AREO) released on January 21.
USABC commits to supporting Việt Nams pursuit of double-digit growth

USABC commits to supporting Việt Nam’s pursuit of double-digit growth

As Việt Nam targets over 10 per cent GDP growth and enters a new development phase following the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), the US–ASEAN Business Council (USABC), pledges long-term support for investment, trade, and...
Việt Nams Đổi Mới 2.0 reforms will drive growth, though below official target: BMI

Việt Nam's 'Đổi Mới 2.0' reforms will drive growth, though below official target: BMI

Việt Nam''s ''Đổi Mới 2.0'' reforms will boost GDP growth to 7.2 per cent annually through 2031, but ambitious productivity targets and trade vulnerabilities pose challenges to the Government''s 10 per cent goal, according to BMI.
Việt Nam to add new free trade zone of up to 5,000 hectares

Việt Nam to add new free trade zone of up to 5,000 hectares

The People’s Committee of Cần Thơ City recently issued a decision approving adjustments to the city’s master plan for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050.
SBV asks to place real estate credit growth under tight control

SBV asks to place real estate credit growth under tight control

Credit flows will be guided towards projects with complete legal status, reputable developers, social housing and genuine housing demand.
Vietnamese spend 45 million a day online shopping

Vietnamese spend $45 million a day online shopping

The four largest e-commerce platforms, namely Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada and Tiki, generated total sales revenues of VNĐ429 trillion in 2025, up nearly 34.8 per cent over 2024. This represents a figure of over VNĐ1.17 trillion (US$44.5 million) per day.
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...
Top leader calls 2026 pivotal year, warns double-digit growth will be challenging

Top leader calls 2026 pivotal year, warns double-digit growth will be challenging

Top leader says 2026 will mark the start of a new development phase under Việt Nam''s latest five-year plan, though acknowledges that sustaining double-digit economic growth will be challenging as traditional drivers lose momentum.
Việt Nam sees strong e-commerce growth in 2025

Việt Nam sees strong e-commerce growth in 2025

Việt Nam’s e-commerce market is projected to reach approximately US$31 billion in 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 25.5 per cent and accounting for 10 per cent of the country’s total retail sales of goods and services.
Hà Nội tops 2025 e-business index

Hà Nội tops 2025 e-business index

The average score of the rankings is 9.3 points. The gap in e-commerce development between the two major economic centres–Hà Nội and HCM City–and the remaining provinces and cities is very large.
Việt Nam eyes faster growth in 2026 on reforms

Việt Nam eyes faster growth in 2026 on reforms

Việt Nam’s economy is on track to close 2025 on a strong footing, having maintained macroeconomic stability, fostered a favourable business environment and sustained market confidence.
PM orders central bank to report on gold exchange plan by this weekend

PM orders central bank to report on gold exchange plan by this weekend

PM Chính has tasked the State Bank of Việt Nam to report on the establishment of a national gold exchange before December 20.