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Vietnam’s VN-Index rose to 1,837 points, moving close to a 1.5-month high as shares linked to Vingroup rallied strongly. The Ho Chi Minh City stock index extended its gains despite intraday pressure, closing up more than 1% versus the reference level.
Market breadth showed 154 stocks ending the session above the reference price, while around 150 finished lower. Large-cap groups were mixed, with 19 gainers and 7 decliners.
Vingroup components led the rally. VHM reached the ceiling and finished with no sellers, reinforcing the strength in the group.
MB Securities analysts said liquidity and breadth did not widen as the index approached prior highs. They suggested this pattern points to potential consolidation and a near-term trading range of 1,770–1,780 points, which could create opportunities for deploying capital or adjusting portfolios.
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