Vietnam's VN-Index nears 1,800 points as foreign inflows boost market

On June 15 the Ho Chi Minh City stock market rallied, with the VN‑Index gaining 7.66 points to finish at 1,799.31, just shy of the 1,800‑point psychological level. Market breadth was positive, as 398 stocks rose versus 254 that fell, and total trading turnover exceeded VND 27.2 trillion (about US$1 billion).

Foreign investors were a key driver, net‑buying roughly VND 4.1 trillion across all exchanges, with the largest purchases in VIC, HPG and MWG. The securities sector led the upside, many stocks hitting daily limits, notably TCX, VPX and CTS. VPX surged to its ceiling after being added to the margin‑trading eligible list. Banking shares also performed well, while energy stocks such as BSR, PLX and PVS declined and dragged the index down. Real‑estate shares VIC and VHM contributed the most negative impact. HPG contributed the largest positive point‑load to the index, followed by TCX, HVN, MWG, BID, VPX and TCB.