In March 2026, 5-year and 10-year government bond futures saw no trades.

Premium gym chains are entering a “golden era” that is ending or already in decline, as rising operating costs collide with shifting consumer preferences toward more flexible, community-based ways to exercise. Long-term memberships are shrinking, margins are pressured by higher rents and facility expenses, and competition from smaller, more personalized…

Although Hoa Sen Group chairman Le Phuoc Vu has made remarks that have drawn mixed reactions in the market, the group’s long-standing sponsorship of the “Vietnamese Family Housing” program and the charitable activities funded by Hoa Sen cannot be overlooked. In videos related to the program, Mr. Vu is shown…

On 3 April 2026, following its launch in Ho Chi Minh City, Nagakawa Group (ticker: NAG - HNX) continued its “Call me Naga” journey to Hanoi, accelerating the brand’s transformation toward a younger image and introducing a series of new products for summer 2026. The “Naga” name was selected as…

The State Securities Commission (SSC) has revoked the public company status of Hanoi Joint Stock Company for Electrical and Water Installation. The decision was issued through Official Dispatch No. 2607/UBCK-GSĐC on April 3, according to information published on the SSC portal. SSC’s decision On April 3, the SSC issued Official…

Gold prices rise over 1% as dollar weakens; investors weigh US-Iran ceasefire and upcoming US CPI data.

Gold prices rose more than 1% on April 9 as the US dollar weakened, while investors assessed the durability of the US-Iran ceasefire and looked ahead to US inflation data due on April 10. Gold gains as the dollar weakens Spot gold rose 1.7% to $4,796.50 per ounce at 11:37…

Top stocks to watch at market open on April 10, 2026

Top stocks to watch at market open on April 10, 2026. The page lists the stocks that rose and fell most significantly in recent sessions according to Vietstock's statistics.

VHC to repurchase 15 million treasury shares

Vinh Hoan Joint Stock Company (VHC-HOSE) has announced a plan to repurchase treasury shares. The company will buy back 15 million shares via open-market trading, with the expected trading window running from April 20 to May 19. Purpose and funding The repurchase is intended to reduce charter capital and/or increase…

Gold rises as the US dollar continues to weaken

Gold prices rose in world markets on Thursday (April 9) as the U.S. dollar weakened and investors tracked a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Gains were limited, however, after data showed U.S. inflation remained above the Federal Reserve’s target and the SPDR Gold Trust sold for a…

Series of large cash dividend plans unveiled for the 2026 AGM season

Amid the peak of the AGM season, many companies surprised investors by announcing large cash dividend plans. Several firms highlighted high payout ratios and, in some cases, a return to dividends after extended gaps, drawing attention to how cash distributions may shape investor preferences. Key dividend proposals and expected cash…

FTSE Russell upgrade of Vietnam's stock market to secondary emerging status could attract up to $6 billion in foreign flows, VNDirect says

FTSE Russell has confirmed its plan to upgrade Vietnam’s stock market from frontier to a secondary emerging market, effective Monday, September 21, 2026. FTSE Russell’s phased implementation FTSE Russell will use a multi-stage weight allocation mechanism designed to reduce market volatility. Starting with the September 2026 review, Vietnam will be…

SGI Capital: Domestic liquidity increasingly sensitive to interest rates, with a defensive stance awaiting opportunities

SGI Capital said domestic liquidity remains the main engine for markets, but it is increasingly sensitive to interest-rate movements—particularly as margin debt stays near the 2025 peak. The firm added that defensive money is moving out of risk assets. Supply disruptions and rates raise inflation and growth risks SGI Capital…