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In 2024, the transition from El Niño to La Niña brought increased rainfall, allowing hydropower plants to contribute substantially to the national grid. 

Việt Nam’s small businesses are becoming more internationally focused, according to an annual small business survey released by CPA Australia, one of the largest professional accounting bodies in the world.

The VN-Index climbed back above the 1,330-point threshold with improved liquidity, although foreign investors extended their net-selling streak for the fifth consecutive session.

This move comes less than a year after VNDirect's initial investment in the company.​

Standard Chartered Bank forecasts GDP growth of 6.7 per cent for 2025. However, the bank predicts that the first half of the year will experience a stronger growth rate of 7.5 per cent.

The Handbook on ESG Implementation Framework and ESG Reporting is designed to guide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards.

This collaboration is a key step in strengthening Việt Nam’s EV infrastructure ahead of Omoda & Jaecoo Vietnam’s planned vehicle production and assembly operations in northern Thái Bình province. The initiative aims to support green mobility and environmental sustainability.

The lender will contribute VNĐ1.04 trillion, securing an 80 per cent stake and the position of controlling shareholder.

In his directive, the PM emphasised the need for SOEs to stay ahead of the curve by adapting quickly and flexibly to the rapidly changing, complex global environment.

A key goal of the plan is to establish the Long Thành Concentrated Information Park by 2030, which will be a core element sustaining the industry.

According to AM Best, PVI Insurance's financial strength is underpinned by its very strong balance sheet, robust operating performance, neutral business profile and effective enterprise risk management.

The daily reference exchange rate for the US dollar is currently VNĐ24,831 per dollar.

The ability to connect with consumers across diverse MT and GT channels will ultimately define the leaders in the rapidly changing domestic market.

Historical trends have frequently shown that lower interest rates stimulate retail investors into transfering some of their savings from bank deposits to equity markets, driven by the expectation for higher returns as stock markets gain momentum.

Many cooperatives in Việt Nam have prioritised green and clean products to enhance their brand image and creating a competitive edge in the global market.

The country’s proactive approach to economic diversification, green transition, and digital transformation ensures that it remains a competitive destination for global investors.

This strategic move aims to reinforce financial capacity, while complying with international safety standards, said economists and industry experts.

The Ministry of Finance proposes to collaborate with the Ministry of Public Security and the State Bank to regulate the digital asset market.

As tech retailers acknowledge, no one truly benefited from the price war. The entire sector had to rethink its strategy and the solution became diversification.

After an impressive eight-week rally, the market showed signs of fatigue, with the VN-Index edging lower, prompting investors to adopt a more cautious stance.