Business

Vinh Long makes economic breakthrough, exploiting the potential of the Mekong Delta

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Vinh Long - Focus on developing high-tech agriculture, clean energy, logistics, trade... creating a sustainable foundation for the regional economy to break through.

China spends 1.1 billion USD to import Vietnamese seafood in 6 months

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According to the Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers, China has surpassed the US to become the largest importer of Vietnamese seafood in the first 6 months of 2025.

Vietnam completes the final steps in the roadmap to upgrade the stock market

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Vietnam is finalizing the final criteria such as foreign ownership ratio, central clearing partner mechanism to upgrade the stock market.

Update interest rates of Agribank, BIDV, Vietcombank, VietinBank 17.7.2025

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According to a survey by Lao Dong Newspaper reporters, the interest rates of Agribank, BIDV, VietinBank and Vietcombank on July 17, 2025 were listed around 1.6-4.9%/year.

Director of Son La Department of Construction explains the increase in construction material prices

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Son La - Currently, the supply of construction materials in Son La province is scarce, causing prices to increase, affecting the construction progress of the projects.

Khanh Hoa destroys 850,000 smuggled lobster seeds, worth 34 billion VND

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Khanh Hoa - Nearly 850,000 smuggled lobster seeds, worth about 34 billion VND, were destroyed.

Applying AI in ESG report: Opportunities to access green capital for Vietnamese banks

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Experts say that AI application helps the banking industry standardize data, improve ESG monitoring capacity and expand access to international green capital.

Coffee prices today, May 21: Unexpected developments

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Coffee prices today, May 21, fell sharply in both domestic and international markets. Compared to the peak 1 month ago, the decrease was up to more than 3,000 VND/kg.

Yen will continue to increase sharply

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The Yen increased sharply thanks to expectations that the BoJ will continue to raise interest rates and safe-haven demand amid global economic tensions.

Interest rate 21.5: Unexpected interest rates above 7.5%/year at many banks

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Savings interest rate 21.5: The market recorded many banks currently listing special savings interest rates above 7.5%/year. Refer to immediately.

CEO Nguyen Duc Thach Diem resigns, Sacombank shares suddenly increase the ceiling

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STB shares increased the ceiling to 42,250 VND at the beginning of the session on May 21, after Ms. Nguyen Duc Thach Diem sent a letter of resignation from the position of General Director of Sacombank.

The State Bank announces risk management handbook for green credit

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The State Bank of Vietnam announced the ESMS Handbook in credit granting activities to affirm its commitment to sustainability.

Pepper prices today, May 21: Intermittent increases and decreases

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Pepper prices today, May 21: Domestic prices appear red, while the world market fluctuates in different directions in some regions.

2 banks appear with interest rates over 7.5% when saving for 12 months

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According to a survey by Lao Dong Newspaper reporters on May 21, the 12-month savings interest rate in the banking system fluctuates around 4.9 - 9%.

Silver price fluctuations 21.5: Rising, highest in many days

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Silver price fluctuations 21.5: Silver increased thanks to support from a weak USD and the increase of gold.

Ho Chi Minh City residents can easily buy and sell gold bars legally thanks to new instructions

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HCMC - People can easily recognize where to buy gold bars legally, avoiding risks when transacting after the new direction of the State Bank of Vietnam, Region 2 Branch.

Chairman of Can Tho City becomes Head of the Working Group to prevent smuggling and trade fraud

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Can Tho - The working group will direct the inspection and handling of collectives and individuals with signs of cover-up, protection, and assistance in smuggling, trade fraud and counterfeit goods.

GELEX Group cooperates with Hanoi University of Science and Technology to develop high-quality human resources

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This is the first activity within the framework of the GELEX CONNECT Project to reach future talent sources, promote a culture of innovation in enterprises.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade recommends that Google have a voice with the US Government on reducing tariffs

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Minister Nguyen Hong Dien suggested that Google have a voice with the US Government on the issue of reducing tariffs to facilitate trade for US partners.

The Minister of Industry and Trade works with the US leading corporation to develop LNG

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On May 20 in the United States, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien met and worked with Excelerate Energy Group to discuss cooperation opportunities for the development of LNG projects in Vietnam.