Vietnam’s housing market is facing pressure with soaring prices, making Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, the country’s two business and financial hubs, among Asia’s least affordable cities for homebuyers, according to a report by property consultant CBRE.

Vietnam will send six golfers with the goal of securing podium finishes at the 7th Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship (WAAP) golf tournament to be held in March in Quang Nam province.

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has recently proposed imposing property taxes on real estate transfers based on the length of time properties have been owned, but the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) said the idea is not feasible.

Vietnam has set an ambitious target of earning US$48 billion in export revenue for the textile and garment industry this year, according to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS) - and industry insiders hope that sustainable fashion will help the sector achieve its goal.

The State Securities Commission of Vietnam (SSC) is currently exploring solutions to support foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises seeking to go public amid growing demand for new commodities on the market, said Vice Chairman of SSC Bui Hoang Hai.

The stock market has experienced a significant transformation, marked by an increase in the number of listed companies, market capitalisation and trading value.

The market for used cars in 2025 is expected to experience headwinds amid rising sales of new cars and electric vehicles (EVs), according to experts.

Commercial banks have stimulated credit demand right from the start of the year to support economic growth.

Vietnam ranked fifth globally in the 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index, according to the US blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis.

Various tourist attractions are opening their doors for free this Tet (Lunar New Year) festival, making it easier for visitors to immerse themselves in Vietnamese traditions.