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In the wake of a record-breaking first half of the year, bulk homebuyers are anticipated to continue to be a significant influence in Hong Kong’s primary residential market throughout the second half of the year. The strong rental demand, particularly from…
In the first half of 2026, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) received over $4 billion in remittances, marking a considerable decrease of almost 23% compared to the same period in the previous year. Factors contributing to this downward trend include a sluggish global…
The U.S. dollar saw an incremental increase against the Vietnamese dong in the unofficial market on Thursday morning. Independent exchange centers traded the U.S. dollar 0.19% higher, at VND26,380, while Vietcombank maintained its rate at VND26,500. Global…
Gold prices in Vietnam experienced a notable decline on Thursday, marking their lowest level since the 11th of June. The downturn continued from the morning into the afternoon session, reflecting a trending decrease in gold prices throughout the year. Trends…
JD.com, the powerful e-commerce platform based in China, has been officially notified of regulatory apprehensions related to their proposed $2.5 billion acquisition of the German electronic retailer, Ceconomy. This development could potentially necessitate…
ThaiBev, owned by Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, is reportedly contemplating the sale of its KFC franchise business in Thailand – the largest of its kind in the country. The fast-food chain’s operations are overseen by The QSR of Asia. This takeover was initiated…
In the unofficial trading market on Saturday morning, the U.S. dollar experienced a decline against the Vietnamese dong. The greenback was sold 0.04% lower at VND26,410 at these non-official trading spots. Meanwhile, Vietcombank, a significant financial…
Next month, the renowned American burger establishment, Five Guys, is all set to launch in Beijing. This event signifies the continued expansion of U.S. restaurant brands in China, undeterred by the escalating competition in the market. Five Guys plans to…
The performance of the United States dollar presented a mixed picture on Tuesday, as it dipped slightly against the Vietnamese dong while maintaining its position against other key currencies. The state-owned Vietcombank recorded a 0.04% reduction in the…
On Thursday afternoon, fluctuations in global rates resulted in a decrease in gasoline prices and an increase in diesel prices. The popular gasoline variant, E10 RON95, saw a 2.01% drop pricing it at VND20,000 (US$0.76) per liter. Diesel Prices Rise as…
Gold prices in Vietnam experienced a downward trend on Wednesday, continuing a 0.3% dip from earlier in the trading day. The Saigon Jewelry Company suffered a 0.67% price drop of their gold bars from the morning, bringing the total loss for the day to 1.1%.…
Over the weekend, the U.S. dollar experienced a dip against the Vietnamese dong on the informal currency exchange market. The dollar was traded 0.34% lower at VND26,560 at unofficial exchange points, while Vietcombank maintained its rate at VND26,463. Global…
The retail sector in Hong Kong experienced a healthy growth in May, a trend that is anticipated to sustain, given the positive economic climate. Data from the Census and Statistics Department reveals a 7.9% year-on-year increase in retail sales, reaching…
Nadiem Makarim, a co-founder of tech giant Gojek and former education minister, has been found guilty of some charges in a corruption case by an Indonesian court and sentenced to ten years in prison. Makarim, aged 41, has contested the charges, declaring that…
Retail giant Miniso has unveiled a HK$2 billion (approximately US$255 million) share buyback initiative. This strategic move comes several months after Guofu Ye, Miniso’s founder, chairman and CEO, vowed to augment his personal stake in the company. The…
Emirates SkyCargo, the air cargo carrier, has unveiled a strategic expansion plan for its freight services throughout East and Southeast Asia. The move is aimed at enhancing the cargo flight frequencies and destinations to meet the increasing demand.…
