On the afternoon of March 25, many Bao Tin Minh Chau stores unexpectedly closed, stirring social media chatter. The company’s communications department told reporters to clarify the reasons behind the closures. A company representative said the temporary halt in activity at several stores was to facilitate administrative checks, with specifics to be announced in an official press release after the checks are completed. The day’s closures led to concern and surprise among customers, with some arriving as scheduled to collect
gold they had ordered previously but were turned away as stores closed. A store employee said the pause in trading was to coordinate with authorities to inspect goods and conduct on-site work. The business is expected to resume normal operations on the morning of March 26. Earlier that day, numerous Bao Tin Minh Chau gold stores in Hanoi unexpectedly closed and paused trading, drawing public attention, especially when images of authorities at some stores circulated, according to Pháp Luật Life. Bao Tin Minh Chau is a well-known gold and jewelry retailer in Vietnam, particularly in Hanoi and the northern region. The brand was founded by entrepreneur Vũ Minh Châu (born 1953) in 1989 and later became Bao Tin Minh Chau Gold and Precious Stones Co., Ltd., headquartered on Tran Nhan Tong Street, Hanoi. After more than 30 years, the company operates several stores in Hanoi and a nationwide network of over 200 agents, with flagship products such as Long Dragon gold, bullion, gold jewelry, diamonds and gemstones. By Phuong Anh. Source: Doisongphapluat.nguoiduatin.vn; 03/25/2026 23:51 (GMT+7).
