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Experts gather to chart course for Vietnam’s 2045 high-income status

The subsequent sessions explore the impact of the external environment, drivers of industrial development, and emerging issues relevant to Vietnam's development goals until 2045.

Abolishing credit rooms under consideration: central bank

Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Pham Quang Dung has recently said that the central bank is studying a plan to gradually abolish the credit growth quota policy following the National Assembly and the Government’s directions.

Poor performances cast shadow over securities firm prospects

While the market eagerly focuses on the third-quarter business results of securities firms, the weak market's liquidity and declining performance of the brokerage sector are undermining the group’s health.

Vietnamese, Middle Eastern businesses promote linkages in B2B meetup

A B2B matching between Vietnamese and Arab enterprises was held in Hanoi on October 24 to seek ways to promote bilateral trade and investment.

Vietnam Report announces top 500 most profitable enterprises

Vietnam Report JSC has freshly announced the top 500 most profitable enterprises in Vietnam (PROFIT500) and the top 10 reputable companies in the food, beverage, retail, finance, and packaging sectors for 2024.

Legislators recommend higher taxes for unused land amid property crisis

The National Assembly’s recent report has recommended tax law reforms, proposing higher taxes for owners of idle land as property prices outpace income growth.

Latest draft decree broadens definition of solar power systems

Self-produced and self-consumed solar power systems not only mean power works installed by organizations and individuals for their own consumption, but also works installed by third parties.

VCCI proposes roadmap to phase out gas motorbikes, promote electric options

Proposals aim to raise environmental standards, reduce pollution, and support green transportation alternatives.

Experts warn of 50% price surge for land following HCMC land price adjustments

Experts predict a significant rise in real estate prices, with land plots expected to see the most impact.

Techcombank ends seven-year partnership with Manulife, pays $73.7 million

Despite the compensation, the bank remains confident in achieving its profit goals for 2024, opening new opportunities in insurance.

Vietnam’s betel nut imports jump by 324% despite strong exports to China

Despite exporting a significant volume of betel nuts to the Chinese market, Vietnam’s imports of this commodity have also surged, with values increasing by 324% in the first eight months of the year.

Temu's super low prices prompt concern as e-commerce giant enters Vietnam

The Ministry of Industry and Trade raises concerns over the potential impact of Temu's low-cost strategy on local businesses.

Ministry of Industry and Trade researches safe nuclear power technologies for VN

During a regular press conference on October 23, the Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade stated that the ministry will conduct research to select nuclear power technology that ensures "zero risk."

Vietnam’s trade exceeds $200 billion in a quarter for the first time

Total trade value reached $578.5 billion by September, marking a significant achievement for the economy.

Once the most expensive fruit, custard apples now affordable in VN markets

Just two years ago, custard apples, known as "na sầu riêng," were the most expensive fruit in Vietnam, priced at nearly 500,000 VND per kilogram. However, these fruits have now become affordable and are widely available in Vietnamese markets.

Green vehicles take center stage at Vietnam Motor Show 2024

The Vietnam Motor Show 2024 (VMS 2024) officially opened on October 23 in Ho Chi Minh City.

HCM City adjusts land price framework to end of 2025

After three months of collecting and analyzing opinions, the HCM City People’s Committee has officially released a new land price framework. The sharpest land price increase is 25 percent.

Gold scarcity sparks long queues at Hanoi’s gold shops

Gold prices continued to surge this morning, October 23, with gold rings reaching over 88 million VND per tael.

Sci-tech ministry backs restarting nuclear projects in Việt Nam

Nuclear energy produces nearly zero CO2 or other greenhouse gas emissions (roughly the same as hydro and wind power) and will be an important component in the power structure of many countries in the future.

Decree developed to tighten management on imported products via e-commerce

VN is currently among the top 10 countries with the highest e-commerce growth rate in the world with revenue reaching nearly VNĐ498.9 trillion (US$20.1 billion) in 2023.