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The merging would create a stronger firm capable of rivaling regional players such as Lazada and Shopee in Vietnam’s retail market.

The new coronavirus should be considered as a “black swan” event, which has major impacts on short-term but is unlikely to change a full economic cycle.

Disbursement of foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in Vietnam totaled US$1.6 billion in January, representing an increase of 3.2% year-on-year.

Vietnam emerged as top beneficiary from manufacturing diversifying production away from China, as the latter has lost its competitive edge five years ago.

The move would allow MB Bank to transfer 21.43 million in treasury shares to foreign investors.

The move is intended for Iranian businessmen and traders to become acquainted with the business potential of Vietnam and having more vigorous presence in this market.

Taipei-listed Pegatron joins Apple’s two other iPhone assemblers -- Wistron Corp. and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. -- in developing manufacturing facilities or building extra capacity in Vietnam.

After the transactions, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and IFC Capitalization Fund now hold 185.8 million shares, or a 4.99% stake.

The Vietnamese government would continue to promote and ensure the long-term development of the foreign-invested sector, allowing it to compete fair and square with other economic sectors.

Rising foreign investment flow in Vietnam has prompted overseas banks to expand operation in the country.

Promoting a fair, transparent, predictable, and streamlined regulatory ecosystem that values innovation will help Vietnam continue to attract high-quality investment.

Vietnam's potential as a growing market, large supply of skilled and low-cost labor are key factors attractive to Japanese firms.

US Development Finance Corporation is committed to investing in Vietnam, particularly in energy, healthcare and infrastructure development.

Kite Air targets to be a budget airline with a focus on domestic routes, aiming to serve passengers in provinces/cities with underdeveloped aviation infrastructure.

Vietnam has so far also outlined primary strategies to lure high quality foreign investment until 2030 under a Politburo resolution.

Once completed listing on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange, Vietnam Rubber Group would be the second largest firm in terms of registered capital, behind BIDV.

Vingroup and Masan have agreed to merge some of their businesses to create “the country’s largest retail group”.

After concluding the deal, GP Batteries becomes Hanoi Battery’s largest shareholder with over 3.55 million shares, or 49% stake at.

Foreign investors are heading to Vietnam to take advantage of both domestic and export markets thanks to the country’s signed free trade agreements.

Vietnamese customs authorities are keeping close watch on investment shift from foreign countries, especially China, into Vietnam to prevent product origin fraud and illegal transshipment.