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Durian prices jump 32% as Thai supply dries up

Monthong durian prices have risen by 32% in southern Vietnam in the last two months to VND103,000 (US$4.05) per kilogram amid growing demand from China and other foreign markets. Traders are competing to buy from provinces such as Dak Lak, Binh Phuoc and Tien Giang. Hoa An, a trader, said …

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Vietnam Railways reports record half-year revenue

Vietnam Railways, the monopoly state-owned railroad operator, has reported record half-yearly revenues of VND4.5 trillion (US$177.13 million), surpassing its full-year earnings for the years 2019-2021. At a recent conference, it announced that revenues had increased by more than 10% compared to the same period last year. It targets revenues of …

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Only 25% of Vietnamese firms have website

Only 25% of businesses in Vietnam have a website with national domain as against over 70% in Europe, according to the Vietnam Internet Network Information Center. Amid a growing trend of omnichannel commerce, many retailers invest only in social media and e-commerce platforms, and do not build websites, causing many …

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ADF 15th Anniversary Conference successfully concludes

ADF 15th Anniversary Conference successfully concludes Keynote Themed “Navigating Tomorrow: Strategic Pathways for Hong Kong’s Future Evolution” Four Unique Advantages Leading to Artificial Intelligence Development Opportunities in Hong Kong HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 July 2024 – Accounting Development Foundation 15th Anniversary Conference was successfully held …

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Which asset classes returned the most money in H1?

Bitcoin was the most profitable asset in the first six months with a gain of 48%, followed by gold and stocks. The world’s largest cryptocurrency closed at US$62,678 on June 30. It gained at twice the rate of gold rings — in Vietnam, there is a marginal difference between the …

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