Sector report

14
July
Banking – In-depth – [NEUTRAL] – 2H25 Outlook: Pragmatic progressive enhancement
In 2H25, the banking industry could grow robust, driven by 1) accelerated credit expansion (16% in 2025 vs 15% in 2024), 2) disciplined operating expense management, and 3) controlled non-performing...

07
July
Textile & Garment – In-depth – [NEUTRAL] – 2H25 Outlook: “Tariffs” pose major headwinds
The prospects of T&G sector become more uncertain in 2H25F onwards. As we observe the US market (the largest markets of Vietnamese T&G exports) which will likely face to notable...

07
July
Seafood – In-depth – [NEUTRAL] – 2H25 Outlook: Turning cautious amid reciprocal tariffs
Pangasius export - 2H25F outlook: In the US market, the demand for pangasius could be dampened by (1) More competitive environment, (2) Potential facing to weaker consumption as macroeconomic headwinds....

04
July
Power – In-depth – [NEUTRAL] – 2H25 Outlook: The dawn of green energy
Based on the growth rates in 1Q25 and 2024, we estimate national power consumption in 2H25F under two scenarios: Scenario 1 (+3.9% yoy) & Scenario 2 (+8% yoy). Hydropower: 2H25F:...

04
July
Oil & Gas – In-depth – [NEUTRAL] – 2H25 Outlook: Tailwinds at home, headwinds abroad
Natural gas: Natural gas (include LNG) is expected to grow by 11% in 2H25F mainly thanks to the commercial operations of Nhon Trach 3 (from Sept) and Nhon Trach 4...

04
July
Retail – In-depth – [NONRATED] – 2H25F Outlook: Better or worsen depends on macro conditions
In 2H25F, we think that the business results of retailers would depend on macro-economic conditions. In which, ICT-CE and Jewelry retail might grow slow compared to 1H25 due to the...

04
July
Aviation – In-depth – [NONRATED] – 2H25 Outlook: Hold Altitude
In 1Q25, domestic passenger volume continues to recover and a significant surge in Chinese visitors. Even though airfares could decline due to increased supply, we anticipate a positive impact on...

02
June
Aviation – Note – [NONRATED] – Sweet spot
Vietnam's air travel sector saw a 6%YoY increase in both passengers and traffic in 1Q25, driven by a strong rebound in domestic travel and continued international growth, especially from China....

16
May
Retail – Note – [NONRATED] – Better or worsen depends on macro conditions
In 1Q25, consumer demand showed signs of recovery supported by strong macroeconomic growth, benefiting ICT-CE retailers like MWG and FRT; however, outlook for the rest of 2025 remains cautious amid...