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Vietnam's biometric data deadline sparks last-minute rush

With the biometric data update deadline fast approaching, banks across Vietnam are seeing long lines and extended wait times as customers rush to comply.

Unverified bank accounts face transaction restrictions starting January 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, unverified bank accounts will face restrictions on online and QR-based transactions. Customers are urged to update their biometric and identification information before the December 31, 2024, deadline.

PM calls for reduced interest rates, action against illegal banking practices

The Prime Minister has urged the State Bank of Vietnam to implement proactive monetary policies and penalize credit institutions violating interest rate regulations to safeguard borrowers and promote economic stability.

Why do banks want to relocate their headquarters?

At the extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of LPBank held several days ago, shareholders approved the board of directors’ proposal on the relocation of the bank headquarters. Eximbank will also consider a similar proposal at its shareholders meeting.

SBV seeks to stabilize deposit interest rates, cut lending interest rates

Only two commercial banks have slashed lending interest rates, while the strategies of other banks remain unclear. Currently, the trend of rising interest rates remains dominant.

Banks face difficulties in balancing capital raising and lending

Banks use charter capital to cover shortages as lending exceeds capital raising, but experts warn this gap risks higher interest rates and banking system instability.

Bank capital contribution needs investigation to prevent cross-ownership

Experts emphasised the need to investigate investments and capital contributions linked to banking sector big bosses to curb cross-ownership and manipulation.

Credit growth target of 15% for 2024 within reach: SBV

The banking system's credit growth had risen by 11.12% as of November 22 compared to the end of 2023, hence the 15% growth target for the whole year is reachable, according to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Vietnam to expand cross-border QR payment systems to China by 2025

Vietnam’s QR payment system will soon connect with China, Japan, and South Korea, facilitating cross-border payments and promoting local currency usage in trade.

Eximbank's eventful history before its extraordinary shareholders’ meeting

Eximbank is well known in Vietnam, not because of its impressive business results in the last 10 years, or profits it brings to investors, but because of the struggle among leaders and uncertainties about the leadership.

Central bank increases credit growth limit for banks for second time this year

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on November 28 announced it would increase credit growth target for credit institutions, for the second time this year.

Bank savings among most attractive investment channels

In the current economic context, bank savings are expected to be among the most attractive investment channels in the remaining months of this year.

New security problems arise as banks apply AI

The finance and banking sector is facing new risks amid strong AI (artificial intelligence) development, according to Microsoft Vietnam’s chief technology officer Le Nhan Tam.

Banks await green taxonomy to accelerate green credit

Green taxonomy, a framework for defining what can be considered environmentally sustainable, becomes critical as a base for banks to accelerate the provision of green credit, heard a conference on Tuesday.

Eximbank: time to put an end to ‘decade of chaos’

After 35 years of development, it is time for Eximbank's Board of Directors to reach a consensus on a strategic vision for long-term stability and sustainability.

Eximbank clarifies rumors on alleged State Bank credit inspection

Eximbank has officially denied receiving any inspection orders from the State Bank of Vietnam, refuting recent rumors that sparked widespread concern.

Exchange rate fluctuations bring huge profits to many banks

The total net profit from the foreign exchange trading segment of 29 banks in the first three quarters of 2024 reached more than VNĐ19.62 trillion.

Vietcombank issues 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds for first time

The Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) has successfully issued 2 trillion VND worth of green bonds, the first of its kind, to support eco-friendly projects.

SBV’s USD/VNĐ central exchange rate hits all time high

The move came as the dollar index (DXY) hovered around a four-month high of more than 105, with the market welcoming Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election.

Central bank to strengthen anti-money laundering efforts with new department

The newly established Department of Anti-Money Laundering will operate under the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) from January 5 next year.