Credit growth across Vietnam's banking system is projected to reach about 16% in 2025, according to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Vietnam's total state budget revenue for 2024 is projected to surpass VND2.02 quadrillion (approximately US$79.24 billion), marking an increase of 19.1% compared to the estimate, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Thailand’s fintech giant SCB X has announced a plan to complete its acquisition of Home Credit Vietnam Finance Co, the consumer finance arm of Home Credit NV (Home Credit Group), in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approval.

The Ministry of Finance announced on December 24 that it had coordinated with relevant ministries and agencies to issue certificates of eligibility for providing credit rating services to five enterprises as of December.

The corporate bond market continued its robust recovery with an average transaction value of VND11.54 trillion (US$453.5 million) per session, up 77% compared to the previous year.

The construction industry is estimated to expand at around 7.8- 8.2% this year, the highest rate since 2020, according to a Ministry of Construction report.

The banking system's credit growth had risen by 11.12% as of November 22 compared to the end of 2023, hence the 15% growth target for the whole year is reachable, according to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

The carbon market not only alleviates environmental pressure but also offers significant financial advantages, supporting businesses in adopting green technologies without bearing the full burden of costs, experts said at a discussion on Vietnam’s carbon credit exchange mechanism.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 26 ordered the continuation of developing the domestic market and boosting consumption in the remainder of the year.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 27 ordered the Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to outline solutions aimed at improving credit management for 2024 in the face of evolving global economic challenges.