Vietnam bucking trend in the global M&A landscape

Vietnam bucking trend in the global M&A landscape

Despite a sharp global downturn in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, Vietnam has emerged as a relatively stable and increasingly attractive destination.
Pivotal stage of growth paves way for rise in M&As

Pivotal stage of growth paves way for rise in M&As

VIR’s Bich Ngoc talked with Dr. Sven David, general director and CEO at VIET Transformation Advisors, on the current context of mergers and acquisitions in Vietnam.
Industrial real estate M&As active amid expansion wave

Industrial real estate M&As active amid expansion wave

Vietnam is entering a breakout phase in industrial real estate. From a starting point of just 335 hectares of industrial land nationwide in 1986, the total stock had reached 60,000ha by Q3 2025, a 179-fold increase in less than four decades.
Freshfields appoints new counsel in Ho Chi Minh City

Freshfields appoints new counsel in Ho Chi Minh City

Global law firm Freshfields has announced the appointment of Nguyen Ngoc as counsel, based in Ho Chi Minh City.
Assertive entry strategies from investors into Vietnam

Assertive entry strategies from investors into Vietnam

Oanh Tran, senior manager of Market Research & Consulting Services at FiinGroup, shared with VIR’s Thanh Van her insight into dealmaking in Vietnam.
M&As in crucial sectors poised for rapid expansion

M&As in crucial sectors poised for rapid expansion

Following the downturn, Vietnam’s merger and acquisition landscape is set to gain momentum in 2025, driven by spearhead industries from technology to manufacturing.
Energy and tech lead new M&A thrust

Energy and tech lead new M&A thrust

Vietnam is beginning to witness a recovery in its dealmaking landscape in light of investors’ growing appetite for opportunities in the market.
Big real estate deals forging ahead

Big real estate deals forging ahead

The real estate sector has played a significant role in this year’s investment landscape, with over $5.6 billion registered for capital contributions and share purchases, capturing 18 per cent of the total and 89 per cent higher than the same period last year.
Additional cross-border deals depend on stronger reforms

Additional cross-border deals depend on stronger reforms

With the restructuring of the credit institution system associated with bad debt handling, the country is expected to witness a rise in mergers of weak banks and an open door for more strategic foreign investment.
The board’s role within merger and acquisition goals

The board’s role within merger and acquisition goals

The Vietnamese market recorded declines in value, volume, and deal size in the first nine months of 2024.
More vigorous 2025 in sight for M&A deals

More vigorous 2025 in sight for M&A deals

Although the total value of deals in Asia is the lowest in a decade, the first nine months of 2024 recorded improvement in merger and acquisition (M&A) transaction value in Vietnam – a situation which will be built upon next year.
Wide M&A prospects for ASEAN players

Wide M&A prospects for ASEAN players

Supported by an influx of capital from developed economies, Southeast Asia now stands as a strategic hub for international investors exploring growth opportunities.
Dynamic M&A landscape felt in food and beverages

Dynamic M&A landscape felt in food and beverages

Vietnam’s food and beverage market remains a fertile land for investors to step up merger and acquisition activities, with a focus on expanding product portfolios and developing markets.
Adapting through strategic deals

Adapting through strategic deals

Vietnam in 2024 has witnessed cautious investor sentiment when it comes to big deals, but key traditional sectors continued to demonstrate resilience and engage interest.
M&A prospects bright in many sectors

M&A prospects bright in many sectors

Dealmaking activities are arising in emerging fields ranging from semiconductors and data centres to liquefied natural gas, indicating ample room for buyers.
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