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Deposit interest rates reach 11.45%

Deposit interest rates reach 11.45%

Over 20 banks are listing deposit interest rates of 9-10% a year, and smaller lenders are offering negotiable interest rates of up to 11.45% for deposits over a hundred million dong (VND100 million=$4,264). Among 35 banks surveyed by VnExpress at the end of January, the highest interest rates at private …

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Vietnamese battle unprecedented cold in Japan, South Korea

Vietnamese families in South Korea and Japan are struggling as water pipes freeze and heating costs skyrocket amid some of the worst cold spells to ever hit Northeastern Asia. “Blizzards caused several flights to be canceled, and vehicles have to constantly keep their lights on and move at very slow …

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Vietnamese athletes to get $1M bonus for Olympic gold medal

Vietnamese athletes to get $1M bonus for Olympic gold medal

Any Vietnamese athlete winning a gold medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in France will get a bonus of $1 million. Silver and bronze medalists will get $500,000 and $200,000. The bonuses result from a deal signed by the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) and a strategic partner of the International …

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