With increasingly significant role in the economy, the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector is becoming a key segment in the credit growth strategies of many banks and the banks have been taking diverse solutions to support the enterprises.

As more Vietnamese agricultural and food products secure Halal certification, businesses are gaining access to Muslim market, one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer market.

During the Davos programme, the city organised a series of side events aimed at strengthening international cooperation in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.

In an interview with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), Vũ Bá Phú, director of the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), has described the first Glorious Spring Fair 2026 as a success, saying the event not only created a vibrant Tết atmosphere but also delivered tangible trade promotion results.

Việt Nam and Canada are deepening economic ties through stronger trade and legal cooperation. The Việt Nam Initiative for Strengthening Trade (VIST) is set to support business certainty and long-term investment between the two countries.

Tour prices for the upcoming Tết holiday are generally 5 per cent to 15 per cent higher than a year earlier, depending on destination and departure date, according to several travel agencies.

As the Lunar New Year approaches, online shopping demand in HCM City is surging, bringing with it heightened risks of trade fraud, counterfeit goods and substandard products circulating on digital platforms.

The expected offering price is VNĐ10,000 per share, which is approximately 90 per cent lower than the closing price of VNĐ102,000 per share on February 12.

Looking back, from a poor, war-torn and underdeveloped country, Việt Nam has travelled a long and challenging path yet proud with far-reaching achievements that have strengthened the country’s economic capacity, social resilience and international standing.

The ministry is drafting tougher criteria for the Việt Nam National Brand Programme, aiming to lift national competitiveness and target 1,000 products by 2030, nationwide.

According to the department, pork has a significant impact on the food market and the consumer price index (CPI).

After 12 days of vibrant activities at the Vietnam Exposition Centre, the fair drew more than 500,000 visitors from across the country as well as international delegations.

Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà has approved Hải Phòng’s specialised economic zone to boost hi-tech industry and services while strengthening regional links and growth.

Economic ties between the two countries are gaining strong momentum, driven by expanding trade flows and growing cooperation across strategic sectors.

Trade fairs with diverse international participation create positive competitive pressures for Vietnamese goods. 

Foreign transactions remained a positive force, with net purchases of over VNĐ196.17 billion on the HoSE and nearly VNĐ29 billion on HNX.

The Spring Fair in Hà Nội closed on Friday after drawing large crowds, international business interest and a sharp rise in sales for many vendors.

Philippine businesses have shown strong interest in exploring cooperation opportunities in Vietnamese agricultural products such as cashew nuts, cacao and coffee.

Investors are advised to be prudent and focus on stocks with clear profit growth and solid financial foundations.

With economic difficulties discouraging car purchases this year, many people still want a vehicle for holiday travel, pushing demand higher than usual.