Low wage costs attract investors to Vietnam

For years, the sound and sight of thousands of motorbikes weaving through the narrow streets of Hanoi's old quarter has been an everyday occurrence.

Local market catches global cold

 Instability on global markets continued to impact domestic shares last week, which saw volatile indices and sluggish trading.

Investors queuing to buy brokerage firms

 A lot of investors, including foreigners, want to buy securities companies, even firms that are obscure and do little business, just as long as they have an operating license.

23 tons of fish found dead in southern Vietnam river

A large number of fish were found dead in farmer Vu Thi Lieu's raft in Dong Nai River on Tuesday. At least 23 tons of assorted fish were found dead in Dong Nai River in the province of the same name from Sunday to Tuesday, and industrial...

US firms eye opportunities in Vietnam’s infrastructure

The US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) has discussed with Vietnamese government ministers potential partnerships between Vietnam and major US companies to improve and expand the Southeast Asia’s infrastructure.

Vietnam's high end hotels hit hardest in 2009: survey

For hotel and resort operators in Vietnam, the global downturn had a sustained and considerable impact last year, with reductions in room rates, occupancy and profits, especially in the upscale sector, a survey finds.

Hanoians hit supermarkets at night

Hanoians these days have the habit of flocking to supermarkets in the evenings not only to do shopping, but also for entertainment.