VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam plans to list 10 banks on the stock market this year, but only four have implemented the listing so far. Others are still consulting with shareholders.

 Moody’s Investors Service on Friday affirmed major ratings for two Vietnamese banks, BIDV and Martitime Bank.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Marriages between banks and financial firms are forecast to be vibrant this year, but industry experts assume such deals could bring banks both advantages and disadvantages.

 VietNamNet Bridge – The State Bank of Viet Nam has agreed to transfer some of the debt owed to Vietinbank by the Viet Nam National Shipping Lines (Vinalines) into shares of member ports.

Intel Vietnam on the verge of opening CPU production line; FDI investment certificate to be licensed online; Hanoi - Hai Phong expressway toll rights sold to Indian company; Economy car manufacturers seek entry to Vietnamese market

Thailand’s leading retailer opens first store in Vietnam; Rice exports to China continue to rise; Newly merged banking giant on the cards; Japan invests in high-tech steel making; Major airlines to expand operations in foreign markets