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Hanoi leads nation in apartment price growth

60% of apartments launched in the first half of 2025 were priced above 80 million VND per square metre. Since the third quarter of 2024, no new developments have been recorded with prices below 60 million VND per square metre.

Vietnam’s 7-month budget revenue surges 27.4%, fueled by trade boom

Vietnam’s state budget revenue soared to over 1,572 trillion VND (60.4 billion USD) in the first seven months of 2025, hitting 79.9% of the annual target and jumping 27.4% year-on-year, the Ministry of Finance reported.

Government’s target of having 2 million enterprises by 2030 under big challenge

There must be special solutions on improving the business environment and encouraging business households to transform to enterprises.

Hanoi–HCM City air route among world's busiest

During the first half of 2025, Noi Bai airport handled 16.5 million passenger movements and recorded over 100,000 takeoffs and landings. Notably, international terminal T2 processed over 7 million international passengers in the reviewed period.

PM chairs first meeting of private economy steering committee

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the national steering committee for implementing the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development, chaired the committee’s first meeting on August 4 evening.

Vietnam banks set new record in staff income in early 2025

Seven banks now offer average monthly salaries over 40 million VND, reflecting a new era of employee compensation in the banking sector.

Nung sisters’ viral corn snacks spark new path for Vietnam’s farmers

USDA-certified and e-commerce savvy, their puffed corn is selling out online.

Vietnam’s pepper sector flags VAT imbalance amid massive refunds

The spice industry contributed just $2.2 million in VAT but received $83 million in refunds, prompting calls to restructure export tax policy.

Vietnam updates rules for banks and kicks off domestic carbon market

Major new policies take effect this August, reshaping how state-owned banks and enterprises manage capital and launching Vietnam’s own carbon trading platform.

Big4 bank race: Vietcombank tops profit, VietinBank cuts staff sharply

Vietnam’s top four state-owned banks all saw rising profits, but only Agribank cut bad debt while VietinBank made a bold move with massive staff cuts.

E10 fuel rollout in HCMC sees skepticism from drivers, confidence from fleets

Despite support from fleet operators, Ho Chi Minh City drivers remain cautious about using E10 fuel, citing engine concerns and social media rumors.

Vietnam to have stock exchange dedicated for startups

For the first time, Vietnam will establish a state-funded venture capital fund and a dedicated stock exchange for startups, allowing entrepreneurial businesses to IPO domestically.

Vietnam sets food safety standards for fresh durian exports

For the first time, Vietnam establishes a dedicated food safety protocol for durian, covering every stage from farm to export.

Vingroup launches $15.7 billion logistics mega project in Hai Phong

The Nam Do Son Port and Logistics Center will reshape northern Vietnam’s infrastructure with one of the largest private investments in the sector.

Construction ministry wants to tax unused real estate, prevent speculation

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) says tax policies on unused real estate and housing should be studied with the aim of preventing speculation and price inflation.

Vietnam urged to pass carbon market law for true emissions impact

Experts warn a lack of a unified legal framework could reduce Vietnam’s carbon market to a formality with limited global competitiveness.

Vietnam's stock market surges with $2 billion liquidity: What's driving it?

Vietnam’s stock market is seeing daily liquidity near $2 billion, driven by surging margin lending from securities firms backed by bank loans.

Vietnam may approve $500M high-rise pig farm inspired by China

With guidance from the world's largest pork producer, Vietnam considers multi-story smart pig farms.

Pawnshop chain F88 to list shares at $25 each on UPCoM

F88 will list over 8.26 million shares on UPCoM at 634,900 VND each, targeting $1 billion valuation by 2027.

Vietnam eyes launch of int’l financial centre by year end

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the Steering Committee for Vietnam’s International Financial Centre (IFC), issued an action plan to develop and put the facility into operation in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang by the end of this year.