Representatives from localities and FDI firms on June 30 put forward measures to attract high-quality investment and develop Vietnam’s capital market at a national conference in Hanoi.

Over 350 policymakers, representatives of international financial institutions, business leaders and fintech innovators are expected to gather in the central city of Da Nang for the Vietnam Financial Forum 2026 (VFF 2026), scheduled for July 9–10.

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) reported a profitable 2025, with average annual employee income at its parent company reaching VND479.219 million (about USD18,430) per person.

More than a decade after Flappy Bird, Vietnam’s gaming industry still appears to be searching for the formula to create intellectual properties (IPs) capable of enduring long term.

Just over a week after winning the auction for a prime land plot at No18 Cao Ba Quat in Hanoi with a bid of more than VND1.379 trillion, Duyen Ha Co., Ltd requested to withdraw, accepting the loss of a VND135 billion deposit.

One jewelry store recently closed noted: “Once you buy a diamond, you will lose money.” A gemstone expert echoed that observation, saying that diamonds typically depreciate over time. Confidence in the luxury product has been shaken.

Fuel prices have fallen sharply from their peak levels and are now only VND603-4,255 per liter higher than prices before the outbreak of geopolitical conflict in the Middle East.

Dak Lak introduced 257 investment opportunities and pledged faster procedures and stronger support for investors.

New rooftop solar regulations that took effect on June 26 allow higher surplus electricity sales in selected cases while maintaining grid safety requirements.

Ho Chi Minh City has begun construction of more than 6,200 social housing apartments, supporting the government's nationwide goal of building at least one million affordable homes.

The Vietnamese government has issued Resolution 169, setting economic growth targets for localities in 2026 and throughout the 2026-2030 period.

Developing metro systems is not merely a solution to traffic congestion but also opens up the prospect of establishing a domestic metro industry in Vietnam.

Investing nearly VND200 million to renovate an outdoor space, a café owner deeply regrets his decision as the area has few guests outside on scorching hot days.

Vietnam and the US on June 25 signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange customs data electronically in real time in a move to facilitate bilateral trade, strengthen supply chain security and combat customs frauds.

Vietnam's foreign exchange reserves have declined from a record USD111.8 billion in early 2022 to nearly USD87.6 billion, as the central bank proposes new rules to strengthen reserve management.

The running event My Vietnam 2026 is scheduled to take place on August 23 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Dong Anh, Hanoi, expected to attract around 15,000 domestic and international runners.

Multinational corporations are no longer simply relocating factories but are establishing supplier networks, technical capabilities and regional operations centres.

Passengers travelling on flights in Vietnam will be required to keep power banks in their carry-on baggage from July 1, 2026, under new regulations aimed at enhancing aviation safety and preventing onboard fires caused by lithium batteries.

Vietnam needs to accelerate the development of a unified national database for farming areas to comply with the EU's anti-deforestation regulation (EUDR) and support the digital transformation of agriculture, experts said at a conference on June 23.

The maximum ratio of short-term capital used for medium- and long-term lending by credit institutions will be raised from the current 30% to 40% from July 1, according to a newly issued circular from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).