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Second-home loan cap risks disrupting Vietnam’s housing market

A recent proposal to limit credit for buyers of second homes may sound bold, but it lacks legal standing and market logic, potentially doing more harm than good to Vietnam’s real estate and financial systems.

‘Safe’ farming still uncommon despite promotion of Vietgap standards

To ensure food safety, the most fundamental factor is a standardized production process in which VietGAP is considered the minimum requirement. However VietGAP-certified vegetables account for less than 1 percent of all vegetables.

Green standards redefine the playing field for Vietnamese enterprises

Businesses must go beyond compliance and adopt green strategies as a competitive edge to survive in the global supply chain.

Ho Chi Minh City powers economic growth with services and trade

The city posts 7.07% growth in the first nine months, fueled by booming services and strong public investment disbursement.

JICA: Building a future for Vietnam through heart-to-heart cooperation

On October 8 in Hanoi, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Vietnam held a mid-term press conference for the 2025 fiscal year.

EVN to trial two-part electricity pricing model in October 2025

Vietnam will begin testing a new electricity pricing system to optimize energy use and support industrial savings.

Vietnam and US advance toward mutual trade tax agreement

Negotiators from both sides are working to finalize a deal grounded in equality and shared economic interests.

Vietnam’s stock market upgraded, may attract $10bil. in foreign capital

Vietnam’s long-anticipated reclassification boosts market optimism and opens doors to billions in international capital.

China sets record with $1.07 billion fruit import from Vietnam in one month

In a historic surge, China spent $1.07 billion on Vietnamese fruits and vegetables in just one month, setting a new record and signaling a potential windfall for exporters in 2025.

Housing prices surge beyond reach, more couples delay having children

Housing is increasingly out of reach for many families, as prices, already high, continue to climb, far outpacing wage growth. This has led couples to delay having children or to have fewer kids.

Running a cafe gets tricky when VIPs bring pets

Despite the signboards “No pets allowed,” hung over the entrance door, numerous customers still casually bring their dogs and cats inside.

Vietnam set to draw billions as stock market earns emerging status

FTSE Russell upgrade is expected to attract global capital and reduce banking system dependency.

Vietnam auto production surges 52%, car prices may fall further by year-end

Domestic car output soars as manufacturers ramp up production, while discounts continue in the competitive Q4 sales race.

Vietnam – Germany forum spotlights sustainable produce, spice trade

A Vietnam – Germany forum on promoting sustainable agricultural and spice trade took place at Anuga 2025, the world’s largest food and beverage trade fair, held in Germany's Cologne city from October 4 to 8.

Resolution 68 drives 18.9% rise in new market entrants

Vietnam recorded 145,000 newly registered enterprises in the first nine months of this year, an increase of 18.9% year on year, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

Vietnam set to lead East Asia-Pacific growth in 2025: World Bank

Vietnam has advanced in specialising its industry and services, particularly in higher value-added segments, but institutional reforms and productivity gains are vital to fully capitalise on the global supply chain shifts.

All 34 Vietnamese localities report hikes in industrial output in Q3

Vietnam's industrial index of production (IIP) jumped 10% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, with gains recorded in all 34 localities, reported the Ministry of Finance's National Statistics Office (NSO).

Vietnamese, French port cities set up cooperative, friendly ties

Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee Tran Nam Hung and Mayor of Le Havre Édouard Philippe have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework of cooperation and friendship between the two port cities.

UK–VN business summit to focus on financial hub, renewable energy development

The UK-Vietnam Business Summit 2025 will be held on November 5 in Ho Chi Minh City, with two strategic priorities — developing an international financial centre in Vietnam and advancing renewable energy, key pillars of future bilateral cooperation.

Foreign media impressed by Vietnam’s robust economic growth

Asian and Western news outlets such as channelnewsasia.com and uz.kursiv.media, have praised Vietnam’s impressive economic growth, noting that the Southeast Asian economy is showing strong resilience despite the effects of recent US tariff policies.