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Vietnam's banks stick to bullish trend

There are still more bulls than bears in Vietnam's banking sector, despite the government pouring cold water over its economy in a bid to damp down inflation. The Banker talks to representatives from nine domestic and foreign-owned banks in the country to find out what's really happening

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All eyes on Vietnam as the bear bites

The Vietnamese government's campaign against inflation promises to rivet international attention on the country’s economic stability and development path in the run-up to the Asian Development Bank annual meeting in Hanoi in early May. 

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Is Vietnam cultivating another asset bubble?

Bank lending is being used as a direct and often blunt lever by which to manage Vietnam's economy, proving a critical first defence against the global economic slump. But the medium-term consequences of over-interference may be another bubble, warn analysts. Writer Michelle Price

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Vietnam braced for retail ramp-up

Vietnam's large unbanked population and its growing middle class present a major opportunity for local and foreign banks alike, who see vast potential in the country's underdeveloped retail banking and consumer finance sectors. Writer Michelle Price

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The conversion process

In recent months, the State Bank of Vietnam has allowed five international banks to convert into wholly owned local entities in the country, opening its banking sector up to competition and bringing broader products and services to the market. Writer Nick Freeman .

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Foreign banks to the rescue

Domestic issues have caused Vietnam’s underdeveloped banking sector to struggle in recent years. Will these difficulties be eased when foreign banks enter the market? Writer Nick Freeman .

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Vietnam leads the way in tackling poverty

The declining poverty rate in Vietnam is due to the country’s policy of inclusive development, writes Ajay Chhibber .

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Herd instinct warnings as foreign banks rush in

Vietnam’s booming economy is proving an irresistible lure for banks despite reform hold=ups and expensive valuations. Karina Robinson reports from Hanoi.

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The silk glove that needs an iron fist

Vietnam’s central bank governor will have to toughen up as the country’s banking sector continues to develop at a rapid pace. By Karina Robinson .

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Finance Minister of the Year/Asia

Vu Van Ninh
Minister of Finance Vietnam

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