BUSINESS AIG starts work on $24 mln coconut processing plant in southern Vietnam (TheInvestor) Masterise Group has launched One Central Saigon, a $500M+ landmark mixed-use project in central Ho Chi Minh City, combining luxury residences, Grade A+ offices, retail, and hospitality, including the debut of Ritz-Carlton branded residences and hotel in Vietnam. Strategically located opposite Ben Thanh Market, the project integrates into the city’s core financial and transport hub,

BANKING AND FINANCE More than 800 listed companies report 38.2% profit growth in Q1 2026 (VnEconomy) Q1 2026 earnings rose sharply by +38.2% YoY, mainly driven by the non-financial sector (+69.8%), while financials grew at a slower pace. Growth was led by cyclical industries (oil & gas, real estate, retail…), while banks saw weaker expansion due to NIM pressure and sluggish credit growth. The profit structure is shifting as banks lose dominance, with market performance and s

Vietnam’s consumer market is undergoing a notable transformation, driven by changing lifestyles, heightened health awareness, and evolving purchasing behaviors. In the food and beverage sector in particular, quality has emerged as the dominant factor influencing consumer decision-making, especially within the non-alcoholic beverages, food, and confectionery sub-categories.