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Gold prices plummet despite escalating Middle East tensions

Though the general trend is upward, gold prices are still experiencing short-term corrections. However, compared to the 2022-2023 period when gold prices repeatedly hit new highs, the current upward trend is no longer as strong.

Vietnam's durian paradox: booming imports, falling exports

Despite high output, Vietnam’s durian exports dip while imports from Thailand and Malaysia surge.

Don’t restrict rice exports with outdated policies disguised as reform

Vietnam’s draft amendment risks alienating small rice exporters and contradicting reform goals.

Green infrastructure becomes key to Vietnam's industrial strategy

Vietnam mandates eco-friendly standards in new industrial zones to attract sustainable investments.

Credit booms, public investment stalls: Can Vietnam sustain high growth?

Vietnam’s aggressive credit expansion is clashing with slow public spending and poses systemic risks without policy alignment.

Post-merger Ho Chi Minh City sets global livability ambitions

With its 2040 master plan, HCMC aims to be among the world’s top 100 most livable cities.

Vietnam targets E10 biofuel launch nationwide from Jan 2026

After years of delay, Vietnam prepares to introduce E10 gasoline starting January 1, 2026.

Over USD 17 million in Van Thinh Phat compensation awaits rightful claimants

Thousands have yet to collect their court-ordered payments as savings accounts hold the unclaimed funds.

Vietnam Airlines invests over USD 3.6 billion in 50 Boeing 737-8 jets

Vietnam Airlines confirms a major fleet expansion with a strategic aircraft purchase to modernize operations and boost competitiveness.

Finance Ministry flags inconsistencies in Binh Phuoc expressway bid

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance urges a review of disqualified contractors after inconsistencies emerge in evaluation reports.

Modern industrial system targeted

The upcoming merger of provinces is to be synchronised with land use planning and simplified admin procedures to quickly form industrial metropolises and enhance high-tech manufacturing supply chains.

Vietnamese tycoon raises $236M for Trump Organization-backed megaproject

Dang Thanh Tam’s KBC launches new stock offering to fund debt restructuring and a $1.5B resort and golf complex in partnership with The Trump Organization.

Vietnam's foreign bank rankings shift as new leaders emerge

Alongside 35 domestic commercial banks, Vietnam hosts nine wholly foreign-owned banks and two joint venture banks.

Amending personal income tax law: no time for further delays

National Assembly deputies have proposed reviewing personal income tax (PIT), suggesting an increase in the family deduction threshold. However, no significant reforms have been initiated by the authorities so far.

American cars: zero tariff may lower prices, but won't boost demand

Imported American cars sell slowly in Vietnam due to high prices and difficulty in competing with locally assembled vehicles or those imported from ASEAN which enjoy preferential tariffs.

Tariff negotiations show positive signs, stock market climbs to 3-year peak

Expectations of US-Vietnam trade negotiations and economic stimulus policies have paved the way for sustainable growth prospects.

Gold Association: cosmetics, alcohol imports cost more dollars than gold

The Vietnam Gold Business Association, which has been lobbying for enterprises’ right to import gold, says there is no need to worry that gold imports will lead to ‘foreign currency bleeding’.

Vietnam taps Halal market to boost agricultural exports

Vietnamese seafood processing and export enterprises are in the process of completing procedures and adopting necessary technologies to bring their products into the Halal market.

Work starts on 1.7 billion USD tourism complex in Da Nang

The complex, covering a total area of 512 ha, is designed after a multi-functional model, prioritising the preservation of natural landscapes, honouring local beauty, and creating an ideal living area.

Australian investors eye Can Tho as it prepares for major expansion

An AusCham delegation has visited Can Tho as part of AusCham’s strategy to link its members with Vietnam’s high-growth hotspots.