Vietnam

2 possible scenarios in the Eximbank-Sacombank merger

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2 possible scenarios in the Eximbank-Sacombank merger

Check out which scenario is more favorable.

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.

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.

Vietnam's VietinBank aims to lend $25.4-B in 2013

VietinBank has set a lending growth target of 20 percent this year.

Vietnam’s banks hesitant to charge new ATM fees

Some Vietnamese banks will not charge fees for every ATM transaction.

Foreign stakes to rise in ‘weak' Vietnamese banks

The State Bank of Viet Nam may increase the limit on foreign ownership in ‘weak' banks.