Foreign Investors Net Buy Bluechips, VN-Index Holds 1,832

Overview

On August 28, 2026, foreign investors continued net buying blue-chip stocks on both HOSE and HNX, with net purchases of over 320.76 billion VND on HOSE and 4.26 billion VND on HNX. The VN-Index edged up slightly by 0.56 points (+0.03%) to 1,832.12 points, while HNX-Index rose 2.13 points (+0.75%) to 284.77 points. The foreign flow concentrated in large-cap names, supporting market sentiment amid balanced breadth.

Key Facts

• Foreign investors net bought 320.76 billion VND on HOSE and 4.26 billion VND on HNX on August 28.
• Top net-buying stocks on HOSE: FPT (240.79 billion VND), TCB (213.05 billion VND), VPB (112.66 billion VND), and STB (78.6 billion VND).
• On HNX, foreign net buying focused on PVS (23.37 billion VND), IDC (6.62 billion VND), SHS (1.22 billion VND), and VTZ (30 million VND).
• VN-Index closed at 1,832.12 points, up 0.56 points (+0.03%); HNX-Index closed at 284.77 points, up 2.13 points (+0.75%).
• Trading volume on HOSE reached over 562 million shares, worth over 15.4 trillion VND; HNX volume exceeded 54 million shares, worth over 898.7 billion VND.
• The information technology sector rose 1.3%, led by FPT (+1.39%), ELC (+0.34%), and SBD (+5.63%).
• Negative index contributors included VHM, TCB, GVR, and MWG, which together removed over 3.12 points from VN-Index.

What Happened

The market opened the afternoon session on a positive note, with buyers holding an edge, but selling pressure emerged late in the session, trimming earlier gains. SSB, STB, VPB, and FPT were among the gainers that added 2.68 points to the VN-Index, while VHM, TCB, GVR, and MWG weighed on the index, subtracting over 3.12 points. On HNX, positive contributions came from THD (+3.09%), NVB (+2.46%), PVS (+1.28%), and BVS (+9.26%).

Foreign investors sustained their net-buying streak, with notable purchases in FPT, TCB, VPB, and STB on HOSE, and PVS, IDC, SHS, and VTZ on HNX. The data is based on exchange trading figures reported in the market summary for the session.

Market Context

FPT closed at 73,200 VND on August 28, up 1.39% on the day, and remains a key beneficiary of foreign net buying. TCB closed at 33,400 VND, VPB at 27,800 VND, and STB at 75,500 VND, all of which saw significant foreign inflows. The VN-Index’s modest gain came amid balanced market breadth, with 347 gainers and 345 decliners. The technology sector outperformed, while consumer discretionary lagged. Foreign net buying of bluechips has been a recurring theme, supporting large-cap liquidity and index stability.

Strategic Significance

The sustained foreign net buying in blue-chip names like FPT, TCB, VPB, and STB signals continued international interest in Vietnam’s largest and most liquid stocks. For FPT, the strong foreign demand reflects its position as a leading technology company with growth potential in digital transformation and AI. For banks like TCB, VPB, and STB, foreign inflows may indicate confidence in the sector’s earnings outlook. This trend could support valuations and provide a floor for these stocks, though investors should monitor whether foreign buying persists amid global rate and currency dynamics.

What to Watch

• Continued foreign net buying in subsequent sessions, especially in FPT, TCB, VPB, and STB.
• Q3 earnings reports from FPT and major banks, due in October, for confirmation of growth trends.
• Any changes in foreign ownership limits or regulatory policies affecting foreign flows.
• VN-Index’s ability to hold above the 1,830-point level, with resistance near 1,850.
• Global market movements, particularly US Fed policy signals, which could influence foreign capital flows into Vietnam.