SHS advises on SHB private placement, connects leading investment funds

On April 9, 2026, in Hanoi, the signing ceremony for the private placement of SHB shares took place with the participation of numerous financial institutions and reputable investment funds.

A large-scale deal attracted high-quality institutional capital

In the context of Vietnam aiming for high growth and deeper integration, improving capital capacity, standardizing governance, and expanding connections with institutional funds has become essential for financial institutions. SHB's private placement reflects this trend, drawing domestic and foreign institutional investors including Dragon Capital, Korea Investment Management (KIM), VinaCapital, FPT Capital, PVI Asset Management, and Hanwha Life.

Saigon Hanoi Securities Joint Stock Company (SHS) participated as the exclusive corporate finance advisor. SHS accompanied the process throughout, acting not only at individual stages but also as the overall coordinator—from building the transaction structure and finalizing the legal framework to organizing access to and connecting with institutional investors domestically and internationally.

In the early stages, SHS, together with SHB, developed an issuing plan aligned with capital-raising objectives and market conditions, and designed the transaction structure to balance shareholder interests, legal requirements, and market absorption capacity. The implementation process was refined through standardized dossiers, coordination with regulatory authorities, and systematic investor outreach activities. The transaction was approved by the State Securities Commission under Document No. 2735/UBCK-QLCB dated 08/04/2026.

The deal is positioned as a reinforcement of investor confidence in financial institutions with solid and transparent financial foundations.

SHS CEO highlights long-term value and market trust

Commenting at the signing ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Duy Linh, CEO of SHS, said: “The success of a deal lies not only in completing the transaction, but in the long-term value it brings to the enterprise, the investors, and the market. Strategic deals do not merely create financial value, but also contribute to building trust—in cooperation, in development prospects, and in the sustainable foundation of Vietnam's market.”

He added that the transaction strengthens investor confidence in the Vietnamese banking system, particularly institutions with solid financial foundations, transparency, and clear development orientation. The deal also underscores the growing role of the capital market in providing long-term resources for the financial-banking sector, reflecting deeper and more sustainable development.

SHS’s investment banking track record across ECM and DCM

The SHS Investment Banking team highlighted its capabilities as a key growth pillar. In 2025, SHS advised on multiple large transactions, including equity transfers for VNPT, TKV, and Hanoitourist; capital-structure advisory for MWG; fundraising for Taseco Land; and an IPO for KienlongBank. In the debt capital market (DCM) segment, SHS served as the issuer’s advisor on bond issuances for banks including Agribank, HDBank, VPBank, SHB, and KienlongBank, with total volume of around 66 trillion VND.

This sequence reflects SHS’s development across both ECM and DCM, supporting its ability to execute large-scale and complex financial transactions in the market.

One-Stop Shop positioning and 2026 business targets

The development of SHS’s Investment Banking arm is part of its transformation strategy to build a modern investment institution based on five core foundations: technology, people, products–services, customer experience, and capital capacity. SHS identifies 2026 as the starting year for a strategic transition focused on developing a comprehensive financial solution model (One-Stop Shop), building a Wealth Management platform, and enhancing core business areas while improving customer experience through technology.

According to the plan presented to the 2026 General Meeting of Shareholders (expected April 17, 2026), SHS targets revenue of 3,739 billion VND and pre-tax profit of 1,718 billion VND. The plan is built on the basis of 2025’s positive growth, with revenue and profit exceeding the plan by around 60% and more than 20%, respectively. The indicators are described as reflecting a cautious and proactive approach amid expected market volatility in 2026.

During the restructuring and upgrade phase, maintaining a high revenue and profit scale is viewed as a strategic step to strengthen the financial foundation, optimize operational efficiency, and create room for growth in the next cycle. With its current scale and efficiency, SHS’s 2026 plan is positioned among industry leaders, emphasizing sustainable development rather than short-term growth.

In the context of a new cycle in the financial market, aligned steps to raise capital, restructure, and invest in platforms are described as laying the groundwork for SHS’s next growth phase—aimed not only at expanding scale, but also at improving operating efficiency, enhancing competitiveness, and delivering long-term value for shareholders and customers.