Proactive measures

Increased trading volume and value of banking stocks was attributed to banks’ good financial foundation and sustainable income. According to a FiinGroup report, net interest income of listed banks in the second quarter of the year dropped by 7.5 percent compared to the previous quarter as they implemented many financial support measures for customers as well as financial aid packages for those affected by the pandemic. In particular, many banks promoted non-interest activities including fees and services and other activities. As a result, net profit from service activities of listed banks increased by 9.6 percent compared to the same period last year, creating an important growth engine for banks. … [Read more...] about Banking stocks spearhead market rebound

As of 19 January, 237 candidate vaccines are under development globally. Of these, 64 candidate vaccines are either under clinical trial, and some of them have been in phase 3 or being authorized for emergency use in some countries. Some vaccines are under review of WHO emergency use listing.   … [Read more...] about WHO Representative praises Việt Nam’s COVID-19 fight