Masan Group reported Q1/2026 net profit of VND 1,974 billion, doubling year-on-year, driven by its retail and consumer platform. The company's 'three-legged stool' model integrating retail, brands, and technology is fueling growth.
The State Bank of Vietnam is guiding deposit rate cuts of 0.1-1% per year in early April 2026, with further reductions expected in Q2/2026 to support economic growth and stabilize macro conditions.
The Ministry of Construction proposes exempting building permits for private houses under 7 floors and under 500 sqm total floor area, aiming to streamline administrative procedures and promote digital transformation in construction.
The State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular 08/2026/TT-NHNN, revising the LDR calculation to allow banks to include 20% of State Treasury term deposits, effective May 15, 2026. This benefits major state-owned banks like Vietcombank, BIDV, and VietinBank, potentially freeing up tens of trillions of VND for lending.
The State Bank of Vietnam approved SeABank (SSB) to increase its charter capital by up to VND 6,238 billion through a 20.5% stock dividend and an ESOP issuance.
The Drug Administration of Vietnam ordered a nationwide recall of a Pharmedic eye drop batch due to quality failure. PMC stock fell nearly 1% on the day.
Vietcombank's board approved a plan to issue up to VND 10,000 billion in Tier 2 bonds in 2026 to increase capital. The bank also set 2026 targets of 10% credit growth and 5% pre-tax profit growth.
The Ministry of Finance proposes easing bond issuance conditions for PPP enterprises, shifting focus from profitability to project contract legality, credit ratings, and payment guarantees to facilitate infrastructure capital raising.
The State Bank of Vietnam issued Circular 08 amending Circular 22, easing the LDR calculation for banks by allowing 20% of State Treasury deposits to be included, which improves liquidity and credit growth capacity, especially for state-owned banks.
Pharmedic (PMC) has been ordered to recall a batch of eye drops nationwide due to quality violations, and was previously fined VND 70 million for another drug quality issue. The company generates about VND 500 billion in annual revenue.
Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment proposes amendments to the Land Law to restrict land transactions during pending expropriation, aiming to curb speculation and ensure fair compensation.
PAN Group announced a 20% stock bonus and a 30% cash dividend, totaling a 50% shareholder benefit, approved by the State Securities Commission. The company's Q1 2026 profit surged 5.5 times year-on-year, supporting the payout.
Highlands Coffee reported record EBITDA of nearly 297 billion VND in Q1/2026, up 9% YoY, despite closing 31 stores. The chain is preparing for an IPO in Q1/2027.
CCV announced a record cash dividend of 63.16% for 2025, with the record date on May 25 and payment on June 9. The company also reported a 41% revenue increase and 26% net profit growth for 2025.
TCBS (TCX) announced a 20% stock dividend with a record date of May 26, issuing 462.3 million shares at a 5:1 ratio, and also paid a 5% cash dividend. The company reported Q1 2026 pre-tax profit of VND 1,458 billion, up 11% YoY.
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