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Asia Week Ahead: Inflation Prints; GDP Reports; Producer Price Figures

The week ahead in Asia has a number of key figures scheduled for release.The week starts with inflation numbers from Thailand and Taiwan, along with China's trade figures and Q2 GDP growth for Japan and South Korea.Mid-week, the calendar shows China's inflation and producer price numbers set to be published. Japan's Reuters Tankan index and machine tool orders are expected among other data.The week will close with Japan's producer price index numbers, while India's inflation data is expected to come out on Sept. 12.The 18th BRICS summit will take place in New Delhi, India, from Sept. 12 to 13, with members from a number of countries in attendance.MONDAY, Sept. 7Singapore's retail sales rose 1.5% year-over-year to SG$4.4 billion in July, slower than a 4% increase in the prior month.Elsewhere, Thailand's headline consumer price index rose 2.53% in August from a year earlier, accelerating from a 1.95% increase in July.TUESDAY, Sept. 8China is expected to see a trade surplus of $119.1 billion for August, with exports increasing 27.5% according to Citi forecasts, the Wall Street Journal reported.ING experts project the country's trade surplus at $107 billion, with export and import growth coming in at a respective 24.1% and 32.4%.Japan's revised annualized GDP growth for the second quarter is expected to come in at 1.8%, according to a market consensus forecast reported by ING.South Korea will also release Q2 GDP data, with growth projected at 3.7% year over year, according to ING.Taiwan's annual inflation for the month of August is expected to fall between 2.3% and 2.5% based on economists' expectations, according to the WSJ.WEDNESDAY, Sept. 9China will post inflation and producer price data for August.Inflation is expected to rise 0.9% year over year, according to ING economists. The producer price index is projected to rise slightly to 3.6%, Trading Economics said.Japan's Reuters Tankan manufacturing index will likely fall to +15 points in September from +18 points a month prior, according to Trading Economics. The country will also post machine tool order data for the month.South Korea's unemployment rate for August is expected to fall slightly to 2.7%.Elsewhere, Taiwan expects to see a trade surplus of $21.9 billion for August, with export and import growth coming in at 32.7% and 33.5%, respectively, according to forecasts by ING experts. Economists project exports to climb about 30%, the WSJ said.Malaysia is set to release industrial output figures for July.THURSDAY, Sept. 10A speech by Bank of Japan's policy board member Kazuyuki Masu is anticipated to give investors clues about a potential rate hike in September.Indonesia will post retail sales for July, while consumer confidence numbers are expected from Thailand.FRIDAY, Sept. 11Japan's producer price index (PPI) is expected to rise 7.4% year over year in August, up from 7.2% in July, according to market consensus forecast data by ING.Malaysia will publish retail sales and unemployment numbers.SATURDAY, Sept. 12India will post inflation data, with CPI expected to jump 4.7% year over year in August, an ING forecast showed.

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Market Chatter: Vietnam's GSM Mulls US Expansion Before Hong Kong IPO

Vietnam's Green & Smart Mobility (GSM) is considering entering the U.S. market by the end of 2026 as it prepares for a potential Hong Kong IPO, Bloomberg News reported Thursday.The electric ride-hailing firm is also weighing expansion into Sweden and the Netherlands, adding to its operations in Laos, Indonesia, India, the Philippines, Denmark and Kazakhstan, the report said.GSM is targeting a Hong Kong listing in 2028, subject to market conditions. The company has previously said the IPO could value it at about $20 billion, according to the report.GSM did not immediately respond to' request for comment.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Asia Week Ahead - PMI Reports; Inflation Prints; Malaysia's Interest Rate Decision

For the week ahead in Asia, the economic calendar is packed with key releases, including PMI data, inflation figures, and an interest rate decision.PMI reports from a number of countries will provide insight into the region's business activity.Retail sales, industrial production, and inflation numbers will also be in focus, with an interest rate decision also scheduled from Malaysia.MONDAY, Aug. 31South Korea published industrial production and retail sales data on Monday.All industry production index remained steady in July from a month earlier, while retail sales fell 0.8% year over year in the month.Elsewhere, Japan's industrial production rose 4.1% year over year in July, with retail sales also expanding 4% to 13.88 trillion yen.On the PMI front, business production and operational activities in China contracted in August, with the official Composite PMI Output Index coming in at 49.5.Factory activity also contracted, with a manufacturing PMI of 49.8. Business activity in the non-manufacturing sector stalled with a PMI of 49.Elsewhere, Hong Kong logged a 4.5% annual growth in total retail sales value in July to HK$31 billion, according to provisional data, while Thailand's retail sales fell 18.3% year over year in June.India will publish its Q2 GDP growth rate later today, with ING expecting a slight decrease to 7.5% from 7.8% previously. ANZ Research also believes the reading will be above 7%, according to the Wall Street Journal.TUESDAY, Sept. 1Tuesday will see the first major influx of PMI reports for the week.The S&P global manufacturing PMI for Japan (final) and South Korea for August is forecast at a respective 55.1 and 53.2, according to Trading Economics.India and Taiwan will also see S&P manufacturing PMI for the month, while Thailand's PMI numbers are also expected.China's RatingGod manufacturing PMI for August is projected at 51.2, while India's HSBC manufacturing PMI will likely come in at 52.9, Trading Economics said.Elsewhere, Indonesia will report inflation for August on Tuesday, with CPI and core CPI expected to come in at 3.1% and 2.8%, respectively, year over year, according to ING.The country is also projected to continue to see a monthly trade deficit in July, the WSJ reported citing Wong Xian Yong, an economist at RHB.Japan will report consumer confidence data.WEDNESDAY, Sept. 2Investors will closely follow a speech by Bank of Japan's policy board member Hajime Takata, whose proposed rate hike to 1.25% in the bank's July meeting was rejected by a majority vote, the WSJ said.South Korea's August inflation rate is expected to expand to 3.1% year over year, according to Trading Economics.Singapore's Manufacturing PMI print is scheduled for release.THURSDAY, Sept. 3An interest rate decision by Malaysia's central bank will take center stage on Thursday.Bank Negara Malaysia is projected to keep its policy rate steady at 2.75%, the Wall Street Journal reported citing CGS International economist Mas Aida Che Mansor.A wave of PMI data is also set to be released during the day.Japan's final S&P, China's RatingDog, and India's HSBC composite and services PMI numbers are expected to complete the picture for August.Japan's composite and services are projected at 53.4 and 52.3, respectively, according to Trading Economics.China's numbers will likely come in at a respective 51 and 50.8, while India's PMI figures are forecast at 54.6 and 54.5, Trading Economics projections showed.Singapore and Hong Kong's S&P global PMI, and India's global services PMI numbers are also anticipated, according to ING.FRIDAY, Sept. 4The Philippines' August headline inflation figure is projected to ease to 6% from 6.2% in July, the WSJ said citing ANZ Research's Kausani Basak.Singapore will release retail sales data for July.

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Qualcomm Eyes AI R&D Center in Vietnam

Nasdaq-listed chipmaker, Qualcomm, has plans to transform Vietnam into the third-largest AI research and development center, Chief Executive Cristiano Amon said, during a meeting with General Secretary and President To Lam, according to the Vietnam Government Portal on Friday.The chipmaker seeks to enhance cooperation across AI, semiconductors, 5G and 6G, along with connected computing and next-generation technology infrastructure.The company is also aiming to deep its market presence by further consolidating relationships with local agencies, business, research institutes and universities.

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Asia Week Ahead: Jackson Hole Symposium; Interest Rate Decisions; Industrial Output

For the week ahead in Asia, a number of key releases are scheduled to be published.The highlight of the week will be the Jackson Hole Symposium, beginning Thursday and concluding Saturday.Investors will look for clues in the U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's speech regarding potential interest rate changes.Interest rate decisions from several other countries will also be in focus this week.Investors will closely watch industrial output, trade data, and business and consumer sentiment reports for insights into the region's economic momentum.MONDAY, Aug. 24Singapore's core consumer price index (CPI) rose 2% year over year in July, with headline inflation accelerating to 2.2%.Taiwan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged month over month at 3.33% in July.Thailand will post trade data today.TUESDAY, Aug. 25An interest rate decision by the Bank of Thailand will take center stage, with expectations of the bank holding rates steady at 1%, the Wall Street Journal reported citing ANZ's Kausani Basak.Separately, Taiwan's industrial output for July is forecast to rise 23.3% year over year, compared with a 23% growth previously, according to economists at ING.South Korea's consumer sentiment is anticipated to improve slightly, with the Composite Consumer Sentiment Index rising to 107 for August, according to a Trading Economics forecast.Hong Kong's export and import data for July will land.WEDNESDAY, Aug. 26Singapore's year-over-year industrial production growth will slow to 6.9% in July, Trading Economics said.South Korea will publish business confidence data.THURSDAY, Aug. 27An anticipated speech by Deputy Governor of Bank of Japan, Ryozo Himino, may provide insight on potential policy rate hikes in September or October, according to the WSJ.Elsewhere, analysts are on the fence regarding The Bank of Korea hiking rates or holding them steady, the WSJ reported citing Barclays economist Bum Ki Son. The bank is, however, expected to raise its growth projection.The Philippines will likely increase its policy rate to 5% from 4.75%, according to ING and the WSJ.China's industrial profit from the January to July period is forecast to grow 16%, compared with 18.7% previously, according to Trading Economics.FRIDAY, Aug. 28Japan will release a slew of data on Friday.Tokyo CPI and core CPI for August are expected to come in at 1.9% and 1.7%, respectively, according to market consensus forecast data by ING.Unemployment rate is projected to remain unchanged at 2.5% in July, according to an investing.com forecast.Japan is also scheduled to release consumer confidence data for August.Elsewhere, India's industrial production is forecast to rise 6.2% year over year in July, according to Investing.com. Manufacturing output data will also arrive the same day.Singapore will publish producer price index numbers for July.

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Asia Week Ahead: Interest Rate Decisions; Inflation Print; GDP Growth

Investors will monitor a number of key data releases this week, including rate decisions, inflation data, and GDP figures.The week starts with a slew of economics reports from China, as well as GDP data from Japan and Thailand.Indonesia's central bank will make a decision about its benchmark rate on Wednesday, with China publishing a decision on loan prime rate figures on Thursday.Investors will also closely watch the U.S. Fed's July meeting minutes scheduled to land on Wednesday for hints on a potential rate hike in September.Friday will see flash PMIs for India and Japan, with South Korea releasing producer inflation data.MONDAY, AUG. 17Japan's economy expanded at an annualized rate of 1.1% in the second quarter. The country's industrial production rose 4.9% year over year in June, compared with a 2.1% decline in May.Thailand also released GDP data, with growth expanding 1.9% year over year in the second quarter, slowing from the 2.8% expansion in the preceding quarter.Separately, Singapore's non-seasonally adjusted merchandise trade surplus shrank to SG$12.6 billion in July from SG$12.9 billion in June. Total merchandise exports and imports jumped by 40.6% and 36.3% year over year, respectively.The country's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) rose 24.2% year over year in July, following a 20.8% expansion in the prior month.Elsewhere, Malaysia's headline consumer price index (CPI) rose 1.8% year over year in July.China released an array of economic data on Monday.China's industrial production grew 4.5% year over year in July, narrower than the 5.3% expansion in June and missing the consensus forecast of 5% growth tracked by Investing.com.Retail sales of consumer goods climbed 0.6% year over year to 3.902 trillion yuan in July, slower than the 1% expansion in the prior month, while the country's surveyed urban unemployment rate rose to 5.2% in July.Finally, new home prices in China's 70 major cities decreased 3.2% year over year in July.India is scheduled to release its unemployment rate later on Monday.WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19Bank Indonesia is anticipated to keep its benchmark rate steady at 5.75%, according to experts at ING.The central bank is expected to keep its focus on maintaining rupiah stability and controlling inflation while supporting growth, the Wall Street Journal said, citing CIMB analysts.Japan's machinery orders are projected to rise 9.5% in June on a month-over-month basis, according to a Trading Economics forecast, and 7.9% based on consensus.THURSDAY, AUG. 20China is expected to keep its one- and five-year loan prime rates unchanged at a respective 3% and 3.5%, according to ING and the WSJ.Taiwan's export order growth is forecast to accelerate to 67.5% year over year in July, ING further said.Elsewhere, Hong Kong is expected to release inflation numbers, while Japan is set to release trade data.Japan's trade deficit for July is expected to widen to 680 billion yen, according to a Trading Economics consensus, with exports and imports anticipated to grow 19.9% and 26.5%, respectively.FRIDAY, AUG. 21In Japan, July inflation data arrives on Friday. Headline and core CPI are projected to rise to a respective 2% and 1.8% according to a market consensus, ING said.Japan's flash S&P composite PMI for August is projected at 52.8 by Trading Economics, while India's flash HSBC composite PMI is expected to come in at 55.5.Separately, South Korea's producer price index will likely slow to 8.5% year-over-year in July from 8.6% the previous month, based on a Trading Economics forecast.

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Asian Emerging Markets Resilient Amid Geopolitical Risks, S&P Says

Asia's emerging markets (EMs) have shown strength despite facing geopolitical volatility, S&P Global Ratings said in a Tuesday release.Growth in these markets should gain support from strong demographics, more active financing, and increased productivity, S&P said.Access to diversified and cost-effective financing markets will be essential for EMs, given that the scale of investments requires funding beyond public balance sheets, S&P's global head of emerging market development Guy Deslondes said.EMs will make up nearly 65% of global growth until 2035, with Vietnam, India, and Indonesia posting the most notable growth rates, the rating agency said.However, EMs also need to take steps to bridge the per capita income gap with advanced economies, including a faster pace of productivity gains and leveraging their demographic advantages, S&P said.

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Market Chatter: Sun PhuQuoc Airways Plans to Expand Operations in Thailand, Increase Fleet

Vietnamese airline Sun PhuQuoc Airways aims to expand its operations in Thailand as it plans to begin daily flights between Bangkok and Phu Quoc next month, according to a Bangkok Post report on Tuesday, quoting La Vinh Nam, the company's deputy director of sales.He said the opportunity is not restricted to Thai travellers visiting Phu Quoc, but also international passengers connecting through Bangkok from markets such as India, the Middle East, Europe and Southeast Asia.This would be the airline's sixth international destination since its launch last year, after Taipei, Seoul, Hong Kong, Singapore and Chengdu.Sun PhuQuoc Airways also plans to expand its fleet and operate 28 narrow-body aircraft and four Airbus A330 widebody jets by the end of this year, which will be deployed on long-haul routes including Russia and Kazakhstan, the report said.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Hyosung Chemical Provides KRW89.3 Billion Debt Guarantee for Hyosung Vina Chemicals

Hyosung Chemical (KRX:298000) decided to provide a debt guarantee of 89.3 billion won for its 51%-owned Hyosung Vina Chemicals, according to a bourse filing on Monday.The creditor is Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank and the decision was approved by the Management Committee on July 16.The one-year guarantee started July 17 and applies to the subsidiary's borrowing.

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Fitch Says Asia Investors Eye AI, Private Credit, Sovereign Risks

Fitch Ratings said institutional investors across Asia are increasingly focused on risks related to artificial intelligence, private credit and sovereign credit, according to a Tuesday press release.The ratings agency said investors are closely monitoring rising spending on AI infrastructure, execution risks and pricing pressure.It warned that rapid adoption of artificial intelligence could displace workers and erode tax bases, particularly in developed markets.Fitch said investors also remain concerned about intensifying competition and limited transparency in private credit, particularly in the U.S. middle-market lending sector.However, it does not expect the asset class to pose a systemic risk on its own.On sovereigns, Fitch said investors are assessing Indonesia's policy credibility, fiscal transparency and the role of its new sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, while continuing to view Japan and South Korea as relatively resilient despite longer-term fiscal and structural challenges.The agency added that geopolitical tensions in the Gulf continue to pose downside risks, although the direct credit impact has so far been modest.

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Asia-Pacific Capital Market Confidence Hits Record High in 2026: ASIFMA Survey

Confidence in Asia-Pacific (APAC) capital markets reached a record high, with 66% of financial firms planning regional expansion over the next three years, according to the 2026 edition released Tuesday by the Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (ASIFMA) in collaboration with KPMG.However, there was intense competition among APAC jurisdictions in terms of capital and investment.Companies are becoming more stringent in allocating their resources, with expansion plans shifting across markets as they prioritize more attractive individual APAC economies, the release said.Singapore remained the top-ranked Asia-Pacific market for ease of doing business, while Hong Kong remained at second place. India and mainland China improved their rankings, rebounding from last year's declines.The most attractive markets were those with open capital accounts, internationalized talent pools, predictable regulatory frameworks, and active two-way industry dialogue, it said.

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Asia Week Ahead: Inflation; Manufacturing Activity; and Trade

Asia's macro calendar will be busy in the week ahead, with investors set to track a broad mix of PMI readings, inflation prints, trade data and industrial activity across the region.The week starts with retail sales figures from Japan, alongside producer inflation figures from Singapore and Malaysia.Attention turns Tuesday to China's official PMI data and the Reserve Bank of Australia's meeting minutes.Activity indicators will remain in focus Wednesday as S&P Global releases manufacturing PMI reports for major Asian economies, while Thursday will bring inflation data from South Korea and trade balance from Australia.Friday rounds out the week with a heavy Vietnam data slate, alongside services and composite PMI reports from several major economies.Here's what to watch in the week ahead.MONDAY, June 29The week kicked off with the release of Japan's retail sales data for May, as well as producer inflation data from Malaysia and Singapore.Japan's retail sales expanded 5.3% year over year to 13.45 trillion yen during May, beating the consensus forecast of 3.1% growth tracked by Investing.com, and compared with a 2.8% increase recorded in the previous month.Meanwhile, Singapore's Manufactured Products Price Index jumped 30.8% year on year in May 2026, accelerating from the 27.5% annual growth recorded in April.The Domestic Supply Price Index climbed 34.2% from a year earlier, quickening from the 32.1% year-over-year expansion seen the previous month.Singapore also reported import and export prices for the month.Export prices increased 14.7% year over year in May, accelerating from a 13.3% growth in April, while import prices jumped 19.1% year over year, quickening from the 18.9% increase in the previous month.The Producer Price Index for local production in Malaysia rose 7.8% year over year in May, driven by a rise in all sectors, particularly by the mining industry.Elsewhere, consumer confidence in Taiwan rose to 65.05 in June from 62.08 in May, beating the 62.5 consensus forecast tracked by Trading Economics and marking the highest level since February.In contrast, consumer sentiment in the Philippines deteriorated sharply to -42 during the second quarter from -15.8 in the first three months of the year.Later Monday, India reports its monthly industrial and manufacturing production stats.TUESDAY, June 30Tuesday will be among the busiest days of macro releases with China's official manufacturing, non-manufacturing, and general purchasing managers' index (PMI) data taking the lead.Economists at ING expect China's manufacturing activity to edge up 0.1 point to 50.1, while non-manufacturing PMI is expected to slide back into contraction territory at 49.9. Importantly, the data readout will give economists the first look at whether a June rebound could be in the cards, ING said in a preview.In Japan, monthly industrial production and unemployment data would capture headlines. ING expects May's industrial output to slow to 1.4% year on year from the 2% growth recorded in the prior month, with unemployment to remain steady at 2.5%.Macao will also report unemployment data the same day, with Trading Economics expecting a slight tick upwards to 1.9% from 1.8% in April.Industrial production data from Thailand and South Korea will also feature Tuesday, alongside their retail sales stats.Markets will also follow the release of the Reserve Bank of Australia's meeting minutes for clues on whether the central bank will raise interest rates. In its most recent meeting, the RBA unanimously decided to leave the cash rate steady at 4.35% but opened the possibility of a rate hike to balance the risk between high inflation and slowing growth.Neighboring New Zealand will see the release of a report capturing business confidence for June.Elsewhere, the Philippines will release monthly trade and producer inflation figures.WEDNESDAY, July 1S&P Global's monthly PMI reports on manufacturing activity will be closely watched Wednesday.The reports will cover activity across India, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, China, Australia, and the Philippines.Markets will also await the Bank of Japan's sentiment index for the second quarter, with ING expecting the Tankan survey to show an increase amid strong chip demand and an improved situation in the Middle East.A monthly report covering consumer confidence in Japan will also be due.Indonesia's monthly inflation print will also be among the highlights Wednesday. Economists at ING expect June's consumer price index to edge up to 3.2% year on year from 3.1% in the month prior, reflecting the knock-on effect of elevated oil prices and depreciation of the local currency.Still, inflation is likely to remain within Bank Indonesia's target range, ING said.Indonesia will also report its trade balance the same day, with Trading Economists expecting a trade surplus of $4 billion, up from $90 million in April.South Korea will similarly report trade figures for June. ING said it expects strong chip demand to support exports, resulting in a trade surplus of $33 billion, up from $27 billion in May.THURSDAY, July 2South Korea's monthly inflation print will lead headlines Thursday.As with Indonesia, ING said it expects the knock-on effect of elevated oil prices to reflect more visibly in the June printout which could show inflation accelerating to 3.3% year on year from 3.1% in the prior month."The recent decline of global oil prices won't be reflected in domestic gasoline prices for another couple of months, while petrochemicals and related product prices are likely to remain sticky," ING said.Markets will be on the lookout for Australia's trade balance for May. Canberra is expected to report a trade surplus of A$2.2 billion for the month, up from A$1.79 billion in April, according to a Trading Economics consensus.Thailand will release a business confidence report for June, while Hong Kong will release its monthly retail sales stats.The Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management's manufacturing PMI report is also expected Thursday.FRIDAY, July 3Vietnam will feature prominently on Friday with a slew of macro data readouts, including inflation and GDP growth rate.The country's June consumer price index is expected to clock in at 6.5% year on year, accelerating from 5.6% in May, Trading Economics forecasted.Meanwhile, the economy is forecasted to have grown by 7.6% year on year during the second quarter, slowing from the 7.8% increase witnessed during the first three months of the year, according to Trading Economics.Other Vietnamese release include monthly retail sales, industrial production, and balance of trade figures.Singapore will similarly report its retail sales data on Friday, while New Zealand will see the release of a consumer confidence report.On the activity front, S&P Global will release composite and services PMI reports for India, China, Singapore, Japan, and Australia.

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US, Iran Sign Ceasefire Deal, Agreeing to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan PM Says

The United States and Iran formally signed a landmark ceasefire agreement on Wednesday, with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirming on X that the accord had been electronically signed by the presidents of both nations.Sharif, who served as mediator, said the deal carries immediate effect, with Iran pledging to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and Washington committing to lift its naval blockade as the first steps under the agreement.Trump confirmed the signing of the agreement, telling reporters outside the Palace of Versailles in France, "I signed it in Versailles... Just signed it," according to multiple reports, including from the AFP.

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Fitch Affirms Vietnam's Sovereign Credit Rating at BB+

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Vietnam's sovereign credit rating at BB+ with a stable outlook, citing strong medium-term growth prospects and relatively low government debt compared with peers.The agency expects Vietnam's economy to expand 6.8% in 2026, supported by foreign investment into export manufacturing, solid electronics shipments and continued infrastructure spending, according to a Tuesday press release.However, it warned that heavy reliance on credit-led expansion, tightening liquidity and external trade risks could weigh on stability.Public debt is projected to rise to 33.7% of GDP by 2027 but remain below peer levels, while strong external inflows and current account surpluses provide support. Fitch said vulnerabilities persist from state-owned enterprise debt, limited policy transparency and potential shocks to export demand.

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IMF Sees Global Economy Holding Up Amid Middle East Conflict

The global economy has remained resilient despite the Middle East conflict, supported by strong growth in the U.S. and China, though energy importers remain vulnerable, according to a Monday blog by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.Oil prices remain about 30% above pre-war levels, contributing to higher inflation in many economies.However, inflation expectations have generally remained anchored, while financial markets have held up and global financial conditions remain accommodative, Georgieva said.She said investment in artificial intelligence and data centers continues to support growth, particularly in the U.S. and parts of Asia, helping offset the impact of higher energy costs.The IMF warned that countries heavily reliant on energy imports, especially in Africa and parts of Asia, face mounting pressure from higher fuel, food, and financing costs.The fund said policymakers should maintain price stability and fiscal discipline while remaining prepared to respond to prolonged disruptions.

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US, Iran Reach Peace Agreement, Formal Signing Due Friday

U.S. and Iranian officials have confirmed a peace agreement to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with a formal pact expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.U.S. President Donald Trump said in a post on Truth Social that the agreement with Iran was "complete" and authorized the immediate lifting of the U.S. naval blockade.Separately, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that an agreement had been reached to end the conflict, according to multiple media reports.Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who mediated the negotiations, said in a post on X that the peace accord would be signed on Friday, June 19.Sharif added that both sides had agreed to an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations across all fronts, including in Lebanon.

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Thailand, Vietnam Eye $50 Billion in Bilateral Trade, Deeper Ties

Thailand and Vietnam are aiming to boost bilateral trade to $25 billion initially, with a later target of $50 billion, Vietnam News Agency reported Wednesday citing Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.Thailand and Vietnam have agreed to boost ties through increased economic, political, and defense collaboration, according to a statement by the Thai Government's office Wednesday.The announcement came after Anutin met Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam in Hanoi on Tuesday during a visit to Vietnam to attend the third Asean Future Forum.Anutin ordered commerce, transportation, resources, energy, industry, social development, and BOI and related agencies to expedite cooperation in numerous fields, according to the statement.

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Market Chatter: Vietnam Pushes Airlines to Fast-Track Boeing Deals Amid US Trade Scrutiny

Vietnam has directed its leading airlines to assess the status of multibillion-dollar agreements with Boeing and Pratt & Whitney, while also considering additional import deals with US firms, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a directive issued by the Ministry of Construction, which it reviewed.The directive shows Vietnam wants to prove it is following through on existing deals while building stronger trade ties and improving its position in talks with the United States, the news outlet reported.The document was addressed to Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air and ​Sun Phu Quoc Airways, according to the report.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Market Chatter: Vietnam Rejects US Allegations on Forced Labor

Vietnam's foreign ministry rejected the findings of a US Trade Representative investigation that linked the country to forced labor concerns and proposed tariffs of up to 12.5%, Reuters reported Thursday, citing ​foreign ministry spokesperson Pham Thu.She said the conclusions do not reflect Vietnam's efforts to prevent and address forced labor, adding that Vietnam strictly bans forced labor, follows international labor standards, according to the report.Vietnam said it will continue cooperation with the US while protecting workers' and businesses' interests, according to the news outlet.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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Vietnam Extends Anti-Dumping Duties on Thai Sugar Products For Five More Years

Vietnam has extended anti-dumping and countervailing duties on selected sugar products from Thailand for another five years, the Ministry of Industry and Trade reported Wednesday.The decision to extend duties until June 15, 2031, came after a final review that found continued risk of dumping and harm to domestic producers.The ministry said its investigation, conducted under WTO rules and Vietnam's foreign trade law, showed earlier measures had helped restore domestic sugar production, improve farmer incomes, and stabilize supply chains, while sharply reducing imports from Thailand.However, it warned that lifting the duties could lead to renewed dumping pressures as price gaps persist.

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Analyze HNX Index options with the wheel strategy
StockInsider
StockInsider
See market sentiment on HNX Index