Vietnam Dividend Calendar Aug 10-14: HGM, BFC, MBB, FOC Record Dates
This Aveluro analysis covers HGM on HNX in the Basic Resources sector. The classified event type is dividend announcement, with positive sentiment and a deterministic market-impact score of 5.6/10. Aveluro classifies this story as a positive catalyst in the stock's news coverage. Source coverage came from CafeF - Thị trường chứng khoán, classified as a primary/top-tier source.
Key Facts
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Overview
Around 20 Vietnamese listed companies set dividend record dates for the week of August 10-14, 2026, with cash payouts ranging from 3% to 100%. Notable names include HGM (HNX), BFC (HOSE), MBB (HOSE), and FOC (UPCOM), each with distinct corporate action terms. The week also features a major bank, MB, finalizing both a stock dividend and a rights issue.
Key Facts
- HGM (HNX) sets Aug 14, 2026 as record date for interim dividend of 50% in cash (VND 5,000/share), payment on Aug 28, 2026; total payout ~VND 63 billion.
- BFC (HOSE) sets Aug 12, 2026 as record date for 2025 cash dividend of 35% (VND 3,500/share), payment on Aug 28, 2026; total payout ~VND 200.09 billion.
- MBB (HOSE) sets Aug 12, 2026 as record date for 15% stock dividend (1.2 billion shares, ~VND 12,082.5 billion) and a 10:1 rights issue at VND 10,000/share (805.5 million shares).
- FOC (UPCOM) sets Aug 10, 2026 as ex-dividend date for 100% cash dividend (VND 10,000/share), payment on Sep 11, 2026; total payout ~VND 184 billion.
- SCIC, holding 46.64% of HGM, is set to receive ~VND 29.4 billion from HGM’s dividend.
- FPT Online Services (FOC) parent FOX holds 56.51% and will receive ~VND 104 billion from FOC’s dividend.
What Happened
According to a weekly dividend calendar compiled by Vietnamese financial media, nearly 16 companies will pay cash dividends this week, with the highest rate at 100% and the lowest at 3%. Among them, Hà Giang Mechanics and Minerals (HGM) announced that August 14, 2026 is the record date for its first interim cash dividend of 2026 at 50%, or VND 5,000 per share. With 12.6 million shares outstanding, HGM will disburse about VND 63 billion. Major shareholders include SCIC (46.64%) and DP International LLC (7.95%), which will receive roughly VND 29.4 billion and VND 5 billion, respectively.
Bình Điền Fertilizer (BFC) set August 12 as the record date for its 2025 cash dividend of 35% (VND 3,500/share), with payment on August 28. The company, known for its “Đầu Trâu” brand, has over 57.16 million shares outstanding and will pay about VND 200.09 billion. Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB, ticker MBB) also set August 12 as the record date for a 15% stock dividend and a rights issue. MB will issue over 1.2 billion shares for the stock dividend, valued at nearly VND 12,082.5 billion from retained earnings, and will offer nearly 805.5 million shares to existing shareholders at a 10:1 ratio, priced at VND 10,000 per share.
FPT Online Services (FOC) announced a 100% cash dividend, or VND 10,000 per share, with an ex-dividend date of August 10 and payment on September 11. With over 18.4 million shares outstanding, the company will spend about VND 184 billion; parent FPT Telecom (FOX), holding 56.51%, is expected to receive over VND 104 billion.
Market Context
As of August 8, 2026, HGM closed at VND 129,500 on HNX, implying a dividend yield of about 3.9% for this interim payout. BFC closed at VND 52,900 on HOSE, with the 35% cash dividend translating to a yield of roughly 6.6%. MBB closed at VND 24,150 on HOSE; the combined stock dividend and rights issue will dilute shares but also raise capital. FOC closed at VND 73,700 on UPCOM, with the 100% cash dividend representing a yield of about 13.6%, one of the highest in the market this week. These actions come amid a generally active dividend season on Vietnamese exchanges.
Strategic Significance
For long-term investors, these corporate actions signal strong cash generation and shareholder return policies. HGM’s high payout reflects its stable cash flows from mining operations, while BFC’s consistent dividends underscore its resilient fertilizer business. MBB’s stock dividend and rights issue indicate a strategy to bolster capital base for growth, though it will dilute existing shareholders. FOC’s exceptional 100% cash dividend highlights its robust profitability and commitment to returning value, but also raises questions about future reinvestment. Investors should weigh the immediate yield against potential dilution and growth prospects.
What to Watch
- Payment dates for HGM and BFC on August 28, 2026, and FOC on September 11, 2026.
- MBB’s rights issue subscription period and use of proceeds; monitor for oversubscription or underwriting support.
- Q3 2026 earnings reports from HGM, BFC, MBB, and FOC to assess sustainability of dividend policies.
- Any regulatory approvals or changes to MBB’s capital increase plan.
- Market reaction to FOC’s high payout: whether it signals a special dividend or a shift in capital allocation.