Vietnam economic development: stock market and low-altitude economy

Experts are outlining strategic pathways for Vietnam's economic growth, focusing on the stock market and the emerging low-altitude economy.

In the financial sector, analysts emphasize the need to transform Vietnam's 13.7 million individual trading accounts into long-term institutional capital. To support high economic growth targets for 2026–2030, the market requires improved IPO frameworks, higher quality listed enterprises, and more diverse investment products. This transition is seen as essential for maintaining international attractiveness as Vietnam moves toward potential emerging market upgrades by FTSE Russell.

Simultaneously, the low-altitude economy is projected to become a significant sector, with market value estimated at $2–3 billion in the short term and potentially reaching $10 billion by 2035. This industry encompasses drones and low-altitude aircraft for applications in precision agriculture, medical logistics, disaster relief, and urban monitoring. However, experts note that development faces hurdles, including the lack of unified low-altitude airspace laws, battery technology limitations, and flight safety concerns in populated areas.