Food prices in HCM City have risen earlier and faster than usual ahead of Tết (Lunar New Year), adding pressure on household budgets and testing government efforts to stabilise the market during the country’s most important holiday season.

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.

Vietnam Airlines on Monday announced nearly 140 tourism promotion and marketing programmes for 2026 under the theme “Fly High with Việt Nam’s Aspirations”, aiming to strengthen the country’s image, culture and destinations in both domestic and international markets while boosting two-way tourist flows in the coming years.

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

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.

The outlook for seafood stocks in 2026 does not promise uniform growth. Rather, it hinges on the ability to identify companies with proactive farming practices and diverse market reach.

The first Việt Nam Glorious Spring Fair 2026 officially kicked off at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC) in Hà Nội on Monday morning.

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.

2026 would mark the start of a new development phase for the country, making exports a critical driver of growth while also requiring a shift toward a more efficient and sustainable growth model.

Quảng Ninh is considering a pilot plan to develop a large-scale offshore aquaculture industrial cluster covering up to 1,000 ha in Vân Đồn and Cô Tô, as part of efforts to modernise marine farming and promote marine economy.

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.