Vietnam stock market upgraded to FTSE Russell emerging market status

FTSE Russell upgrade Vietnam stock market emerging markets foreign capital inflow VPBank

Vietnam's stock market has officially transitioned from a frontier market to a secondary emerging market status according to the FTSE Russell classification, effective September 21, 2026. This milestone is expected to significantly increase international capital access, with FiinGroup estimating a potential inflow of approximately $6 billion.

In the initial trading sessions following the upgrade, market reactions were mixed. While the VN-Index saw gains, foreign investors recorded net selling on several major exchanges, including HoSE. Specifically, on September 21, foreign investors net sold over 676 billion VND across three exchanges, focusing on large-cap stocks like VHM, VIC, and FPT. However, individual stocks like VPBank (VPB) showed resilience, with shares rising 3.64% amid strong liquidity and net buying from foreign investors.

Experts note that while the upgrade places Vietnam on the radar of larger global investors, converting this recognition into sustained, long-term capital will require improved market quality, transparency, and investment performance. Passive funds are expected to begin allocations based on the FTSE Global Equity Index Series, with initial net purchases estimated by SSI Securities to be around $240.49 million.

Entities

An Binh Securities · FTSE Russell · FiinGroup · HoSE · Ngô Văn Tuấn · VPBank · Vietnam · Vietnam Stock Exchange · VinaCapital Group

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[○ 1 SOURCE] An estimated $6 billion in foreign capital could flow into Vietnam following the market upgrade. doanhnghiephoinhap.vn
[● 6 SOURCES] Vietnam's stock market has officially been upgraded to the FTSE Russell secondary emerging market classification, effective September 21, 2026. baoxaydung.vn · congnghevadoisong.vn · doanhnghiephoinhap.vn · cn.dailyeconomic.com · cafef.vn · +1 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] Foreign investors net sold 93,052 billion VND on the HoSE during the first eight months of 2026. baoxaydung.vn
[● 2 SOURCES] VPBank (VPB) shares rose 3.64% to 28,450 VND per share in the first trading session following the upgrade. congnghevadoisong.vn · kienthuc.net.vn
[DISPUTED] Global index-tracking funds were expected to make an initial net purchase of approximately $240.49 million on September 18, 2026. cafef.vn