The policy not only influences capital flow within the economy but also represents a critical test for the stock market after a year of substantial growth.

Achieving double-digit expansion in the coming decade will depend on a profound transformation of the workforce.

The forum, organised by the Vietnam E-commerce and Digital Economy Agency and held within the framework of the First Glorious Spring Fair, discussed solutions to enhance regulatory enforcement, facilitate market participation and promote the green and sustainable development of e-commerce. 

By the close of trading, the VN-Index had dropped 22.54 points, or 1.23 per cent, settling at 1,806.5 points. During the session, the index even dipped below the pivotal 1,780-point mark.

SHB recorded net interest income of more than VNĐ20.2 trillion for the year.

The fair is expected to attract millions of visitors during the peak Lunar New Year shopping season.

Since hitting a historic high of VNĐ191.3 million on January 29, SJC gold has dropped VNĐ25.3 million.

From natural cosmetics and coconut products to dried seafood, each booth reflects the determination of Vietnamese enterprises and household businesses to seek markets, build brands and connect directly with consumers.

Designed as a space for localities nationwide to showcase their flagship products, the Spring Homeland – Specialties from All Regions zone features trade and investment promotion information, cultural destinations and socio-economic achievements, creating connections between agricultural produce, regional specialties, OCOP products and the market.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proposed urgent adjustments and guidance after new food safety rules caused major delays to imported farm produce at border gates.

Market analysts said that although global demand remains relatively stable, the sector continues to struggle with higher input costs, including wages and logistics, while selling prices remain under pressure due to weak bargaining power.

Under the National Assembly’s Resolution 244/2025/QH15, Việt Nam has set a target to keep the consumer price index (CPI) at below 4.5 per cent this year to maintain macroeconomic stability while creating room for economic growth.

As gold prices soared then plunged, many retail buyers shifted interest to silver, seen as a more accessible store of value amid tightening gold supplies and elevated prices.

Following this period of adjustment, the VN-Index is likely to continue its recovery to test the 1,860-point resistance.

By Sunday afternoon, preparations for the fair had been basically completed. Goods have been brought into the exhibition booths, and some booths have been over 90 per cent completed, ready for the opening ceremony on Monday morning.s

Several of Việt Nam’s leading real estate developers, including Nam Long, Him Lam, ResCo, Vinaconex, HUD and Geleximco, have been named in the Government Inspectorate’s inspection plan for 2026, according to an official announcement released this week.

The new policies must focus on optimising State resources, improving governance, promoting digitalisation and green development, and balancing State and private sector resources, while reducing unnecessary administrative intervention.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) jointly launched a $2 million initiative on green banking capacity development, aiming at helping Việt Nam scale up green and climate finance, the ADB said on Friday.

Proactive compliance with legal timber sourcing and sustainability standards is essential not only for business survival, but also for repositioning Việt Nam’s wood industry towards greater transparency, responsibility and higher value creation in global supply chains, speakers said at a seminar in HCM City on January 29.

On January 29, Minister of Agriculture and Environment Trần Đức Thắng called for strengthened measures to ensure food safety, stabilise prices, prevent disasters and disease outbreaks, and protect the environment during the Lunar New Year (Tết) holiday.