As the Lunar New Year approaches, online shopping demand in HCM City is surging, bringing with it heightened risks of trade fraud, counterfeit goods and substandard products circulating on digital platforms.

The expected offering price is VNĐ10,000 per share, which is approximately 90 per cent lower than the closing price of VNĐ102,000 per share on February 12.

Looking back, from a poor, war-torn and underdeveloped country, Việt Nam has travelled a long and challenging path yet proud with far-reaching achievements that have strengthened the country’s economic capacity, social resilience and international standing.

The ministry is drafting tougher criteria for the Việt Nam National Brand Programme, aiming to lift national competitiveness and target 1,000 products by 2030, nationwide.

According to the department, pork has a significant impact on the food market and the consumer price index (CPI).

After 12 days of vibrant activities at the Vietnam Exposition Centre, the fair drew more than 500,000 visitors from across the country as well as international delegations.

Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà has approved Hải Phòng’s specialised economic zone to boost hi-tech industry and services while strengthening regional links and growth.

Economic ties between the two countries are gaining strong momentum, driven by expanding trade flows and growing cooperation across strategic sectors.

Trade fairs with diverse international participation create positive competitive pressures for Vietnamese goods. 

Foreign transactions remained a positive force, with net purchases of over VNĐ196.17 billion on the HoSE and nearly VNĐ29 billion on HNX.

The Spring Fair in Hà Nội closed on Friday after drawing large crowds, international business interest and a sharp rise in sales for many vendors.

Philippine businesses have shown strong interest in exploring cooperation opportunities in Vietnamese agricultural products such as cashew nuts, cacao and coffee.

Investors are advised to be prudent and focus on stocks with clear profit growth and solid financial foundations.

With economic difficulties discouraging car purchases this year, many people still want a vehicle for holiday travel, pushing demand higher than usual.

Seafood exports to the US were estimated at US$96 million in January, falling by nearly 10 per cent over the same period last year, according to statistics of the Việt Nam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP). 

Clear border gates and efficient clearance procedures are helping Đồng Tháp Province maintain steady cross-border trade with Cambodia, ensuring agricultural produce and other goods move smoothly without congestion, even during the peak Tết (Lunar New Year) period.

Also supporting the market, foreign investors maintained a net buying position of VNĐ341 billion on the HoSE and VNĐ10.48 billion on HNX.

Passenger cars accounted for the largest share with 26,102 units sold. Commercial vehicles reached 10,312 units, while special-purpose vehicles totalled 461 units.

Việt Nam’s automobile market is entering a remarkable transition marked by tightened environmental policies and a rapid shift towards electrification, according to a report by auto research platform oto.com.vn released early this week.

The RoK remains the largest foreign investor in the locality, with more than 1,140 valid projects and total registered capital of approximately US$18.5 billion, accounting for the biggest share among 42 countries and territories investing in the province.