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Vietnamese consumers turn to 98% gold as SJC supply dries up

As gold prices continue to skyrocket in Vietnam, consumers are shifting from traditional SJC gold bars and gold rings to lower-purity 98% gold, also known as gold 980, due to persistent supply shortages.

Ha Tinh approves 17-trillion-VND Ky Anh offshore wind power project

The Ky Anh wind power plant project has been approved for development across the communes of Ky Xuan, Ky Anh, and Ky Khang in the central province of Ha Tinh, covering both land and offshore areas.

Ministry clarifies cash support for households installing rooftop solar

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has released more details about the VND2-3 million cash support for households installing self-produced, self-consuming rooftop solar and the loan support scheme at 8.3 percent/year interest.

Family-circumstance deduction officially raised to VND15.5 million/month

All National Assembly Standing Committee members have approved the resolution on adjusting the personal income tax family-circumstance deduction.

Coastal properties rise as HCMC prices hit VND1billion/m²

As new supply is scarce and prices of private houses in HCMC remain high, with some ultra‑luxury villas listed at nearly VND1 billion per sqm, investors are flocking to coastal projects.

Vietnam mulls higher betting cap of $4,100 per day for horse racing, football

VCCI proposes raising the legal betting limit to help businesses compete with illegal platforms.

VN-Index bounces back after historic drop, gains 27 points

Vietnam’s stock market rallies with a sharp 27-point rebound after a record loss. Major stocks recover while caution remains in the market.

Ca Mau launches crab festival to boost tourism and seafood branding

From mangrove forest to international plate, the Ca Mau Crab Festival 2025 promises to showcase local pride and economic ambition.

'King of luxury' linked firm hit by rising competition at Tan Son Nhat

The airport services company linked to luxury tycoon Jonathan Hanh Nguyen saw a major quarterly profit decline.

Eco-industrial parks with integrated infrastructure draw rising FDI interest

As foreign direct investment (FDI) continues to flow strongly into Vietnam, industrial parks featuring synchronised infrastructure, green utilities, and comprehensive service ecosystems are emerging as top choices for international investors.

Party General Secretary meets with representatives of leading Finnish firms

Finland regards Vietnam not only as a dynamic and rapidly developing market but also as a partner in fostering smart, green, and sustainable growth, said Finnish Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen.

Vietnamese, Finnish leaders witness signing of cooperation documents

During some of Vietnam’s most challenging times, Finland was a pioneer in providing development aid, supporting critical projects on clean water and water supply systems in Hanoi and Hai Phong.

Vietnam Symposium in Banking and Finance returns for 2025 edition

The Vietnam Symposium in Banking and Finance (VSBF 2025) is set to take place in Hanoi from October 23 to 25, bringing together experts, scholars, and policymakers to share research and discuss key issues in banking, finance, and macroeconomics.

Int’l forum bolsters Vietnam – EU cooperation in digital investment

The international forum “Connecting the Europrean Tech Business Offer with Vietnam’s Digital Future” was held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 21 to promote digital transformation through technologies, investment, and sustainable partnerships.

Vietnamese enterprises in race to build AI market

As AI is rapidly emerging as a key driver of the digital economy, to move beyond experimentation and deliver real value, experts held that Vietnam must establish a domestic AI market where businesses can develop, commercialise, and compete fairly.

Vietnam on track to rank among world’s 30 largest economies

Vietnam’s economy is forecast to exceed 505 billion USD by the end of 2025, placing the country among the world’s 30 largest economies, according to projections by the World Bank.

Vietnam navigates regulatory hurdles in renewable energy push

Vietnam’s renewable energy adoption is gaining momentum as a key pillar of sustainable development, energy security, and its pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Vietnam’s stock market plunges 95 points in record-breaking drop

Investors rattled by bond violations and rising interest rate fears as VN-Index sees sharpest fall on record.

New logistics strategy expected to boost Vietnam’s cross-border e-commerce

As cross-border e-commerce emerges as a key driver of global trade, Vietnam is placing logistics at the heart of its long-term growth agenda, viewing it as a high value-added service sector and an essential engine for economic and social development.

Measures sought to further promote agro-forestry-fishery exports

Solutions to fully tap opportunities and overcome global market challenges to boost agro-forestry-fishery exports in 2025 were discussed at a recent conference organised by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.