Vietnam’s fast-food industry expands 13% as chains pivot beyond major cities, KFC leads growth

Vietnam’s fast-food industry expands 13% as chains pivot beyond major cities, KFC leads growth

Vietnam’s fast-food sector is experiencing a robust post-pandemic revival, with the total number of outlets nationwide projected to grow to 1,156 in 2026, up from 1,022 last year, or 13%, according to a recent market report by research firm Q&Me.

Former Vietnamese health minister sentenced to 6 years in prison over hospital project losses

Former Vietnamese health minister sentenced to 6 years in prison over hospital project losses

F88 named among Vietnam’s top 3 workplaces in 2026: A people-first strategy in focus

F88 named among Vietnam’s top 3 workplaces in 2026: A people-first strategy in focus

F88 has been named among the Top 3 Best Workplaces in Vietnam 2026 in the large enterprise category, an accolade that reflects the company’s long-term focus on employee development and workplace culture built on trust, support and career growth.

89% of Vietnam survey respondents consider life insurance 'highly important'

89% of Vietnam survey respondents consider life insurance 'highly important'

The stock market: Bottom-up

The stock market: Bottom-up

Foreign investors sold $9 billion worth of Vietnamese stocks over the last two years but will likely deploy some money back into the market given the imminent FTSE upgrade to EM status, write VinaCapital's chief economist Michael Kokalari and senior economist Thai Viet Trinh.

Thailand revises up 2026 growth outlook

Thailand revises up 2026 growth outlook

Thailand's GDP grew by 2.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025, with a full-year growth of 2.4%, beating expectations, according to the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).

Thailand revises up 2026 growth outlook

Thailand revises up 2026 growth outlook

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