Vietnam's banking sector is operating in a complicated environment, supported by solid GDP growth and increased foreign direct investment but hampered by low domestic demand and a volatile real estate market. Despite solid economic performance, credit growth will probably fall short of goals, leading the State Bank of Vietnam to push for more lending. Inflation remains within target, allowing the central bank to maintain rates at 4.5%. The sector faces challenges from a slowing real estate recovery and probable currency devaluation, but expanding exports and remittances maintain a good outlook. Cautious optimism remains despite continuing reforms and obstacles. Insurance sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising middle class incomes, increasing awareness of financial protection and supportive government policies, though it remains under-penetrated compared to regional peers. Providing expert analysis, independent forecasts and competitive intelligence on the banking and financial services industry. Report includes: BMI’s Industry View, Industry SWOT Analysis, Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, Stock Exchanges and a Macroeconomic Overview. Why you should buy this report Benefit from the latest market opportunities Understand the threats to your operations and investments and protect your company against future risks Gain insight on emerging trends that could support, strengthen or disrupt your activities in the market Get a full view of the competitive landscape to assess your market position The Vietnam Banking & Financial Services Report has been researched at source and features BMI’s independent assessment and forecasts for the banking and financial services sector. It examines key drivers of growth and future prospects, including the macroeconomic situation, the level of development and potential for growth of the sector, the commercial initiatives of major players, government policy and the regulatory environment. Proprietary BMI forecasts cover the finance sector’s contribution to the economy, banking assets and liabilities, and the life and non-life insurance sectors, while our macroeconomic forecasts for the country are also included. Leading companies are analysed, with key performance indicators for major banks covering asset quality, earnings and profitability, capital and leverage, and funding and liquidity, as well as premiums written for insurance companies. BMI’s Vietnam Banking & Financial Services Report provides industry professionals and strategists, sector analysts, business investors, trade associations and regulatory bodies with independent forecasts and competitive intelligence on the banking and financial services industry. Key Benefits Benchmark BMI’s independent banking and financial services industry forecasts to test other views - a key input for successful budgeting and strategic business planning in the financial services market. Target business opportunities and risks through our reviews of latest industry trends, regulatory changes, and major deals, investments and macroeconomic developments. Exploit latest competitive intelligence on your competitors, partners and clients via our Competitive Landscape Analysis.