Vietnam
Why it will be hard to reform Vietnam's banking sector
Find out what the barriers are.
Vietnam confirms plans to set-up asset management company
AMC will buy bad loans from banks.
2 possible scenarios in the Eximbank-Sacombank merger
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Vietnam to reform banking system with Canada’s help
Focus will be on modernizing the banking system and financial regulations.
Vietnam to restructure banking sector by 2015
Will do this to boost a slowing economy that grew at its slowest in 13 years.
Eximbank-Sacombank merger to be Vietnam's largest M&A deal to date
The combined entity would have a market cap of about USD2b.
Eximbank net earnings to grow 20% in 2013 despite poor FY12 results
It will be driven by 15% loan growth.
Vietnam to allow foreign investors to expand ownership in local banks
Move is meant to entice foreign investors into its troubled banking sector.
BIDV signs cooperation agreement with IIB
Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam will receive US$65 million credit.
Vietnam bank profits shrink in 2012 due to loan loss provisions.
Many Vietnamese banks failed to achieve their profit targets in 2012 due to bad loans.
Vietnamese oppose plan to pay using bank cheques
Government wants payment via banks to create a non-cash economy.
Vietnam will not meet 2015 deadline for Basel II
Banking sector’s huge non-performing loans and inadequate credit risk framework are major stumbling blocks.
Vietnam's banks see rising assets
Vietnam's domestic banks are recovering thanks to an increase in assets.
Vietnam's central bank calls for healthier banking system in 2013
Vietnamese banks were firected to implement policies in ensuring healthy operations of the banking system in 2013.
Top Vietnam banks eye merger in 5 years
Vietnam's Eximbank and Sacombank will sign a cooperation agreement to merge in the next 3-5 years.
Vietnamese banks ordered to beef up funds
State Bank of Vietnam sets June 1 deadline to protect against more NPLs.
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