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Banking sector growth to moderate in 2026

After a year of strong growth in 2025 the banking industry is expected to deliver a “moderately positive” performance this year, with profits...

Deposit rate hikes expected to continue as banks compete for liquidity

Deposit rates are expected to trend higher in early 2026 as banks compete for liquidity, raising funding costs and creating upward pressure on...

Bank deposits expected to rise amid increasing interest rate hike

Idle money from the people is expected to flow more into banks amid rising deposit interest rates.

Banking sector set for shake-up with personnel changes, M&A transactions this year

The expanded foreign ownership limit will grant banks space to choose and absorb international capital, aiding credit growth and enhancing retail...

Small consumer loan threshold proposed to increase to VNĐ400 million

A draft circular proposes increasing the threshold to VNĐ400 million for loans issued by credit institutions and VNĐ200 million for those provided by...

Việt Nam’s banking brand value surges to $14.7 billion in 2026

According to Brand Finance’s Banking 500 2026, Việt Nam is represented by 13 banking brands in the global rankings, seven of which demonstrate...

Banks ramp up capital plans ahead of AGM season

Many banks are planning significant charter capital increases during the 2026 AGM season through share issuances, stock dividends and private...

Deposit, lending rates forecast to remain stable despite interbank rate volatility

Interbank interest rates in Việt Nam are not sufficient to become a benchmark for deposit and lending rates.

Higher rates and stricter credit caps reshape lending landscape

Interest rates are forecast to remain elevated in 2025, with credit flows expected to steer towards productive industries and priority economic...

Large private banks aim to maintain high credit growth in 2026

VCBS believes that dynamic private banks are expected to continue leading credit growth with a projected loan portfolio expansion exceeding 20 per...





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