Foreign Net Sell VND 1,300B on April 29; VIC Hit Hardest at VND 402B

Overview

On April 29, foreign investors net sold VND 1,278 billion on the Vietnamese stock market, with Vingroup (VIC) bearing the brunt at VND 402 billion. The sell-off occurred during the quarterly rebalancing of ETFs tracking the VNDiamond, VN30, and VNFinlead indices. VRE was the top buy at VND 139 billion, while other large-caps like PC1, VHM, VCB, and FPT also saw significant net selling.

Key Facts

• Foreign net sell on HoSE: VND 1,328 billion; on UPCOM: VND 25 billion; net buy on HNX: VND 75 billion.
• VIC was the most sold stock, with net selling of VND 402 billion.
• PC1 followed with net selling of VND 233 billion; VHM: VND 146 billion; VCB: VND 143 billion; FPT: VND 119 billion.
• VRE was the top buy at VND 139 billion, followed by DCM (VND 49 billion), GEX (VND 37 billion), DIG (VND 34 billion), and GMD (VND 28 billion).
• On HNX, PVS led buys with VND 53 billion; on UPCOM, ACV was the most sold at VND 26 billion.
• VN-Index fell 22 points (1.16%) to 1,854 points, with matching value on HoSE at VND 18,200 billion.

What Happened

On April 29, the last trading session before the 30/4-1/5 holiday, the Vietnamese stock market saw a broad decline. The VN-Index dropped 22 points to 1,854, with trading volume on HoSE reaching VND 18,200 billion. Foreign investors intensified selling, net selling VND 1,278 billion across all exchanges, according to exchange data.

The selling was concentrated in large-cap stocks, with VIC leading at VND 402 billion. Other heavily sold stocks included PC1 (VND 233 billion), VHM (VND 146 billion), VCB (VND 143 billion), and FPT (VND 119 billion). On the buying side, VRE attracted the most foreign capital at VND 139 billion, followed by DCM, GEX, DIG, and GMD. The session also marked the completion of the quarterly rebalancing for ETFs tracking the VNDiamond, VN30, and VNFinlead indices, which likely contributed to the flow patterns.

Market Context

VIC closed at VND 177 on April 15, up 6.95% from the prior session, with high volume of 6.3 million shares. The stock had been on an uptrend, making it a candidate for profit-taking by foreign investors. VIC is listed on HOSE and is the largest component of the VN30 index. The broader market has been volatile, with foreign selling pressure persisting in recent weeks. The VN-Index’s 1.16% drop on April 29 reflects the overall cautious sentiment ahead of the holiday.

Strategic Significance

The heavy foreign selling in VIC, despite its strong recent price performance, suggests that foreign funds may be reducing exposure to the real estate sector or rebalancing portfolios after the stock’s rally. VIC’s status as a VN30 heavyweight means ETF rebalancing can amplify flows. The buying in VRE, a retail real estate subsidiary of Vingroup, indicates selective interest in the sector. The divergence between VIC and VRE highlights that foreign investors are differentiating among Vingroup entities based on fundamentals and liquidity.

What to Watch

• Upcoming foreign ownership limit changes or ETF rebalancing announcements for VN30 and VNDiamond.
• VIC’s Q1 2026 earnings release and any updates on its capital-raising plans.
• Continued foreign flow trends in the first week of May, especially in VIC and VRE.
• SBV policy moves on interest rates or credit growth that could affect real estate stocks.
• Any regulatory changes regarding foreign investment in Vietnamese listed companies.