Citi Vietnam receives 2025 AmCham CSR recognition
Citi Vietnam has been recognised for its commitment to responsible business practices at the 2025 American Chamber of Commerce Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) awards.
As global green supply chain reshapes, will Vietnam be left behind?
Green finance is reshaping how capital flows into construction worldwide, but it is also reshaping who gets to participate. As emissions standards tighten across leading markets, Vietnam's traditional cost-based advantages are giving way to a new competition defined by technology and low carbon performance.
Banks gear up for massive capital increases
Banks are entering an aggressive phase of capital expansion as lenders move to bolster financial strength, meet regulatory requirements, and fuel future growth.
Kido Group divests from ice cream and frozen foods
Kido Group has approved a plan to divest its 49 per cent stake in KIDO Foods, with the expectation of making VND2.5 trillion ($100 million) from the deal.
Securing capital and efficiency for Vietnam’s 2026-2030 growth ambitions
One of the decisive challenges in achieving high growth is ensuring that the economy has a sufficiently large pool of capital, while using it efficiently to promote a new growth model.
Insurtech startup Saladin wraps up Series A funding round
Vietnamese insurtech startup Saladin has raised an undisclosed amount in Series A funding led by SBI Ven Capital through its joint fund with Kyobo Securities from South Korea and NTUitive from Singapore.
Vietnam still has room to mobilise capital for sustainable growth
As Vietnam pursues increasingly ambitious growth targets, resources for sustainable development should be understood within the broader context of the economy's financing needs, rather than confined solely to green projects.
Vietnam bucking trend in the global M&A landscape
Despite a sharp global downturn in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, Vietnam has emerged as a relatively stable and increasingly attractive destination.
HDS Summit spotlights Vietnam’s rising role in regional supply chains
Vietnam’s growing importance in regional logistics was highlighted at the inaugural Supply Chain & Logistics Summit, bringing together senior industry leaders from Asia and Europe.
Kolon signs $48 million airbag supply deal with Autoliv
Kolon Industries strengthens ties with Autoliv through a long-term supply agreement, boosting airbag material production for global markets.
Gold prices swing amid tax debate and import uncertainty
The gold market remains unsettled, with price swings persisting amid debate over the proposed bullion transfer tax and a prolonged raw-material shortage caused by the absence of a transparent gold-import mechanism.
Daikin expands Vietnam presence with Anh Nguyen deal
Daikin Industries is expanding its footprint in Vietnam with a strategic acquisition of a major building systems integrator.
National Assembly approves Vinh–Thanh Thuy expressway project
The National Assembly has approved the Vinh–Thanh Thuy expressway project, set to open in 2029, boosting connectivity between Hanoi and Laos.
Agribank frames bank credit as catalyst for green growth
Agribank is turning bank credit into a long-term driver of Vietnam’s green growth, aligning finance with sustainable development goals.
Quang Tri green-lights $1.59 billion LNG-fired power project
Quang Tri province has approved a $1.59 billion liquid natural gas (LNG)-fired power scheme by Vietnam Electricity to boost local energy capacity.

