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Deposit interest rates keep rising
For the 6-month term, the interest rate difference between banks becomes more pronounced, ranging from approximately 4.5 per cent to over 7 per cent per annum.
Việt Nam’s banking brand value surges to $14.7 billion in 2026
According to Brand Finance’s Banking 500 2026, Việt Nam is represented by 13 banking brands in the global rankings, seven of which demonstrate notable double digit-growth over the past year, reflecting a progressive financial ecosystem.
Banks accelerate deposit mobilization, interest rates rise to new levels
Entering March 2026, the deposit market continues to witness a wave of interest rate adjustments at many commercial banks.
Large private banks aim to maintain high credit growth in 2026
VCBS believes that dynamic private banks are expected to continue leading credit growth with a projected loan portfolio expansion exceeding 20 per cent.
Reduction in mandatory reserve ratio helps banks’ liquidity, lending
Việt Nam’s largest banks prepare for a 50% reserve cut, freeing liquidity, boosting lending capacity, and supporting business, payments, and investment amid tight interbank conditions.
Mastercard, Shopee Vietnam announce strategic collaboration with the launch of VPBank S Rewards Mastercard Card
Mastercard and Shopee Vietnam, on February 4, announced a five-year strategic collaboration, marked by the launch of the VPBank S Rewards Mastercard card, Mastercard’s first card linked to Shopee in Việt Nam.
Banks target stronger profits, credit growth in 2026
Banks are setting ambitious 2026 targets, aiming for strong profit growth and faster credit expansion while preparing for stricter capital requirements.
Consumer finance sector posts sharp profit growth
After a period of restructuring, many consumer finance companies are staging a strong comeback after restructuring, posting robust profit growth amid improving credit demand, expanding balance sheets, and supportive regulatory policies.
Deposit interest rates exceed 7%, pushing up lending rates
Deposit interest rates at mid-sized banks have continued to rise and surpass the 7 per cent per year mark, causing lending rates to increase.
Higher 2026 growth target puts pressure on credit framework
Vietnam’s credit growth framework is set to face mounting pressure as policymakers pursue a significantly higher economic growth target in 2026.
Deposit interest rate cap forecast to rise by 50 basis points in 2026
Given that forecasts for credit growth in 2026 are similar to this year's rate of 18-20 per cent, the adjustment to the deposit interest rate cap in 2026 will likely be modest compared to previous adjustment cycles.
Implementing the credit program for investment in electricity, transportation, and strategic technology infrastructure
On December 08, 2025, the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) issued Official Letter No. 10825/NHNN-TD to 21 Commercial Banks (CBs) providing guidelines for the implementation of the Credit Program for Strategic Infrastructure Investment (Electricity, Transport, and Technology).
Visa partners with banks to launch Visa Accept
Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has partnered with Sacombank, Vietcombank and VPBank to launch Visa Accept in Việt Nam, allowing micro and small businesses to accept contactless Visa payments directly on NFC-enabled smartphones, without requiring any additional hardware.
Banks raise deposit rates as year-end lending heats up
Banks are lifting deposit rates to secure year-end funding as credit demand accelerates and liquidity pressures rise, signalling a renewed upward cycle in savings costs.
