Vietnam investment environment favorable for strategic M&A opportunities: KPMG

Vietnam investment environment favorable for strategic M&A opportunities: KPMG

With inflation under control, projected growth of 5.8% and public debt kept manageable this year, Vietnam’s investment environment offers strategic opportunities, especially in M&A, says audit and consulting firm KPMG.

Economy - Thu, May 2, 2024 | 4:59 pm

Vietnam’s M&A market faced rough seas in 2023: KPMG exec

Vietnam’s M&A market faced rough seas in 2023: KPMG exec

Vietnam's M&A market in 2023 followed the global downward trend even though the national economy remained relatively stable, writes Nguyen Cong Ai, KPMG Vietnam's deputy general director.

A year in review and 2024 forecasts - Tue, February 13, 2024 | 10:25 am

Navigating new horizons: Vietnam's M&A market gears for strategic growth

Navigating new horizons: Vietnam's M&A market gears for strategic growth

Vietnam's M&A market has evolved significantly overall with domestic firms becoming more assertive and sophisticated, while foreign investors increasingly view Vietnam as a key strategic market in Southeast Asia, write KPMG analysts.

Consulting - Mon, February 12, 2024 | 8:00 am

Vietnam M&A market may reach $20 bln in next 3 years: exec

Vietnam M&A market may reach $20 bln in next 3 years: exec

The value of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Vietnam is expected to reach $20 billion annually in the next three years as the country opens its economy up further, said Binh Le Vandekerckove, founder and CEO of ASART Deal Advisory Co.

Finance - Wed, November 29, 2023 | 11:34 am

China poised to become an even bigger investor in Vietnam: KPMG exec

China poised to become an even bigger investor in Vietnam: KPMG exec

China’s efforts to strengthen economic ties with the U.S. through third countries will see it become a bigger investor in Vietnam, Nguyen Cong Ai, KPMG Vietnam's deputy general director, tells The Investor.

Executive Talk - Thu, November 23, 2023 | 7:59 am

Clearer legal framework needed to stimulate eco-industrial park development in Vietnam

Clearer legal framework needed to stimulate eco-industrial park development in Vietnam

The development of green industrial parks and economic zones proved an inevitable path in Vietnam following international success stories, but developers are asking for clearer regulations and guidance for long-term investments.

Industrial real estate - Sat, November 18, 2023 | 6:09 am

China likely to become No.1 investor in Vietnam's certain industries: KPMG exec

China likely to become No.1 investor in Vietnam's certain industries: KPMG exec

China is likely to become the largest investor in a number of industries in Vietnam in the coming years given U.S.-Sino trade tensions and a slowdown of the world’s second-largest economy, an executive of consultant KPMG has said.

Industrial real estate - Thu, November 16, 2023 | 11:31 am

What you can and can’t do: KPMG answers tax queries

What you can and can’t do: KPMG answers tax queries

“Importation” of uniforms from a domestic supplier for use in an export processing zone will incur import duties and VAT, say KPMG consultants.

KPMG - Wed, September 13, 2023 | 8:23 am

Deglobalization among new FDI challenges, opportunities for Vietnam

Deglobalization among new FDI challenges, opportunities for Vietnam

Vietnam faces new FDI challenges amidst recent global and regional developments including a deglobalization trend that requires it raise its competitiveness, says KPMG Vietnam partner Nguyen Cong Ai.

Economy - Sun, September 3, 2023 | 7:00 am

UK joins CPTPP trade pact as new data shows major economic benefits

UK joins CPTPP trade pact as new data shows major economic benefits

Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch signed documents in New Zealand Sunday for the UK to become the 12th signatory to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

Economy - Sun, July 16, 2023 | 7:02 am

Vietnam cuts VAT by 2% to stir up demand

Vietnam cuts VAT by 2% to stir up demand

The government on June 30 issued Decree 44 on VAT reduction in an effort to reduce the price of goods and services, promote production and business, and subsequently stimulate consumer demand.

KPMG - Tue, July 11, 2023 | 2:55 pm

KPMG navigates Vietnam VAT regulations

KPMG navigates Vietnam VAT regulations

Current VAT and tax regulations do not allow input VAT to be offset against VAT payable at the import stage.

KPMG - Tue, June 20, 2023 | 7:00 am

KPMG experts answer customer VAT queries

KPMG experts answer customer VAT queries

VAT regulations in Vietnam can be a difficult road to navigate, so let the accountants do their jobs to allow peace of mind for you and your company.

KPMG - Mon, June 12, 2023 | 12:07 pm

Targeted financial inspections and audits for 2023

Targeted financial inspections and audits for 2023

The Ministry of Finance has set out directives regarding the inspection of state budget obligations in Official Letter No. 10039/BTC-TTr dated October 3, 2022.

KPMG - Thu, March 9, 2023 | 9:24 am