Vietjet injects VND 250B into Galaxy Pay for Starlink investment
This Aveluro analysis covers VJC (Vietjet Air) on HOSE in the Travel & Leisure sector. The classified event type is capital raise, with neutral sentiment and a deterministic market-impact score of 4.8/10. Source coverage came from CafeF - Thị trường chứng khoán, classified as a primary/top-tier source.
Key Facts
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Overview
Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company (VJC) has approved an additional VND 250 billion capital contribution to its wholly-owned subsidiary Galaxy Pay, raising its total investment to VND 300 billion. The funds are designated for investment in Starlink satellite internet infrastructure to support the airline’s operations. The announcement coincides with Vietjet’s release of strong H1 2026 financial results, with consolidated revenue up 44% year-on-year.
Key Facts
- Vietjet (VJC) approved an additional VND 250 billion capital injection into Galaxy Pay, increasing total capital to VND 300 billion.
- Galaxy Pay was established in July 2020 with initial charter capital of VND 50 billion and is 100% owned by Vietjet.
- The capital increase is intended for investment in Starlink satellite internet infrastructure.
- Galaxy Pay operates as a fintech platform offering payment solutions, including payment gateways, e-wallets, POS, SoftPOS, and SmartPOS.
- Galaxy Pay’s e-wallet was rebranded to SkyPay in early 2026 and is integrated into Vietjet’s ecosystem.
- Vietjet’s Q2 2026 consolidated revenue reached VND 30.499 trillion, up 71% year-on-year; H1 2026 revenue was VND 51.536 trillion, up 44%, achieving 59.4% of the annual plan.
- H1 2026 after-tax profit was VND 1.372 trillion, achieving 64.5% of the annual plan.
- As of June 30, 2026, Vietjet’s total assets were VND 149.093 trillion; net debt-to-equity ratio was 2.37x; current ratio was 1.36x.
What Happened
Vietjet’s board has passed a resolution to increase its capital contribution to Galaxy Pay by VND 250 billion, bringing the total to VND 300 billion. The company stated that the additional funds will be used to invest in Starlink satellite internet infrastructure to support its operations. Galaxy Pay, founded in July 2020, is a fintech subsidiary providing payment solutions for individuals and businesses, including payment gateways, e-wallets, POS, SoftPOS, and SmartPOS. Its e-wallet was rebranded to SkyPay in early 2026 and is now integrated into Vietjet’s ecosystem.
In parallel, Vietjet announced its Q2 2026 results: consolidated revenue of VND 30.499 trillion, up 71% year-on-year, and after-tax profit of VND 349 billion. For the first half of 2026, revenue reached VND 51.536 trillion, up 44%, and after-tax profit was VND 1.372 trillion, achieving 59.4% and 64.5% of the annual targets, respectively. The airline transported over 6.2 million passengers on nearly 33,000 flights in Q2 and over 13.4 million passengers on 72,000 flights in H1, with cargo volume of nearly 41,000 tons. Vietjet currently operates 213 routes, including 46 domestic and 167 international, and has expanded to new destinations in China, Sri Lanka, Kazakhstan, and the Czech Republic.
Market Context
Vietjet (VJC) trades on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE) and closed at VND 123,200 on August 15, 2026. The airline sector in Vietnam has been recovering strongly as travel demand rebounds, and Vietjet’s H1 results reflect this trend. The capital injection into Galaxy Pay signals Vietjet’s strategic push into fintech and satellite connectivity, which could differentiate its services and create new revenue streams. The move also aligns with broader industry trends of airlines investing in ancillary services and digital infrastructure.
Strategic Significance
For long-term investors, the additional investment in Galaxy Pay underscores Vietjet’s commitment to building a diversified ecosystem beyond core airline operations. The Starlink investment could enhance in-flight connectivity, improving passenger experience and potentially opening new ancillary revenue opportunities. Galaxy Pay’s fintech platform, rebranded as SkyPay, is already integrated into Vietjet’s ecosystem, suggesting a focus on digital payments and customer loyalty. This strategic direction may strengthen Vietjet’s competitive position in the Vietnamese aviation market and support its long-term growth narrative.
What to Watch
- Progress on Starlink deployment and any operational benefits or cost savings reported in subsequent quarters.
- Adoption rates of SkyPay and other Galaxy Pay services among Vietjet passengers and partners.
- Vietjet’s Q3 2026 earnings release, expected in October, to assess whether revenue and profit momentum continues.
- Any regulatory approvals or partnerships related to Galaxy Pay’s fintech operations.
- Vietjet’s leverage metrics, given the net debt-to-equity ratio of 2.37x, and any plans to reduce debt.