A PROSPEROUS YEAR FOR VIỆT NAM’S BANKING INDUSTRY
Profits of many commercial banks this year will hit the highest levels since 2012 thanks to rising capital demand, experts have forecast. Financial reports from banks showed that although two months still remain until the end of the year, many banks have already met profit targets set for the whole of 2017.
CITY EYES LARGE TAX ON SECOND HOMES
The HCM City People’s Committee has proposed that the Ministry of Construction apply a high tax on second and subsequent homes, as well as when there are a high number of real estate transactions within a year.
HCMC MULLS HIGHER TAX ON SPECULATIVE PROPERTY TRADING
The HCMC Government has proposed the Ministry of Construction increase the property tax on owners of the second home and land lot that change hands within a year, an apparent move which is aimed at warding off real estate speculation.
REALTY M&A PICKS UP FOREIGN INTEREST
Vietnam’s economic growth in the first nine months of this year accelerated from a year earlier, supported by robust foreign direct investment inflows and a strong growth in exports.
ARUP: PPP - FROM INSIGHT TO IMPLEMENTATION
Like many emerging Southeast Asian markets, Vietnam has seen unprecedented levels of economic growth in recent years. The resulting urbanisation trend has led to a need to accelerate infrastructure investment to keep pace with the country's overarching economic success story.
VIETNAM HR BEST PRACTICE FORUM 2017
Vietnam HR Best Practice Forum 2017 is firstly launched as the most suitable place for Business Leaders and HR Professionals to discuss the key issues of ‘Best Practices’ around the world and how to apply them into organizations in Vietnam. At this conference forum, you will have chance to share your own stories and learn the best practices of different HR Leaders.
BANKS, REAL ESTATE FIRMS RETURN TO LIFT VN INDEX
Shares rose further on the HCM Stock Exchange on Friday morning, led by banks and property firms. The benchmark VN Index added 0.35 per cent to close at 831.86 points. It gained 0.15 per cent on Thursday.
LOGISTICS FDI RISES IN THE FACE OF RETAIL EXPANSION
Vietnam’s appeal as a destination for foreign logistics providers is rising on the back of its expanding retail market. Several foreign players are entering the market this year, mostly in co-operation with major retailers they already work with in other markets, according to Julien Brun, managing partner of CEL Consulting.
