As authorities step up oversight of the diamond market, experts say restoring consumer confidence will require greater transparency and stronger regulation, not just inspections.

The diamond market has recently come under pressure as a wave of customers seeks to sell back their holdings, weighing on industry players. According to experts, diamonds are luxury assets with limited liquidity and should not be viewed in the same way as conventional wealth-preservation instruments such as gold.

According to estimates, Circular 25 is expected to raise the ceiling on the use of short-term funds for medium- and long-term lending by 10 percentage points, potentially unlocking up to VND 1 quadrillion in additional medium- and long-term credit for the economy.

Gone are the days of brisk trading in the silver market. Investors have become increasingly frustrated by the way they are being treated. When purchasing silver, some have had to wait months to receive their holdings, with delivery notes indicating waiting periods of up to five months. Yet when selling, they often face additional delays, having to wait several days before receiving payment.

According to a representative of the World Gold Council, Vietnam is not alone in seeking ways to mobilize gold held by households and individuals to support economic development. Many countries have explored similar approaches to unlock dormant gold resources within the economy and channel them into productive activities.

In today’s edition of ChatToday by Dan Tri, financial expert Tran Trong Duc, Founder & CEO of Virtus Prosperity, will discuss the topic “Gold in a Volatile Cycle: What Strategy Should Individual Investors Adopt?”

Escalating tensions in the Middle East are causing significant volatility in global energy markets, increasing risks to oil and gas supply chains, particularly in Southeast Asia, a region that remains heavily dependent on imported energy.

Global silver prices have just experienced an extremely volatile period, soaring to USD 117 per ounce during the trading session on January 27 before sharply retreating. In just two weeks, this precious metal has gained more than 40%, triggering widespread FOMO and sending strong warning signals of a high risk of a sharp short-term correction.

Rising by nearly 170% in 2025 and at one point reaching its highest level since 1980, silver emerged as the “star” of the global precious metals market. Nevertheless, the sharp correction toward the end of the year served as a clear warning of the metal’s high volatility as it enters 2026.

The study of establishing a gold exchange has once again been brought to the table for discussion, as the market has undergone significant changes after more than a decade. Experts caution that Viet Nam must clearly identify the appropriate operating model, particularly by drawing a clear distinction between physical gold and price-difference–based trading instruments to avoid repeating past risks and to lay the foundation for a transparent and stable market.

Although the number of stock trading accounts in Vietnam has surpassed 11 million - far exceeding the target initially set for 2030,  the market capitalization still falls short of this year’s goal of reaching 100% of GDP, currently standing at around USD 340 billion.

Global gold prices have entered a sharp correction phase after an extended rally, recording the steepest decline in 12 years, raising concerns that the long-running uptrend may have come to an end.

Global gold prices are undergoing the sharpest correction in over a decade following an extended surge. From a record high of USD 4,380 per ounce, the precious metal has plunged to around USD 3,915 per ounce, marking the largest drop in 12 years.
This dramatic movement has left investors questioning: Has gold’s remarkable bull run finally reached its end?

Investors who stocked up on copper bullion in anticipation of higher prices are now cutting their losses, with over-the-counter bullion prices dropping to levels equivalent to high-grade copper scrap.

Effective from July 1, 2026, Circular No. 25/2026/TT-NHNN is expected to unlock nearly VND 1 quadrillion in additional medium- and long-term credit for Vietnam’s economy. Yet the impact will vary significantly across the banking sector, as some institutions continue to enjoy ample lending capacity while many private banks have already approached the regulatory ceiling.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has just issued Circular No. 25/2026/TT-NHNN, amending and supplementing a number of regulations on limits and prudential ratios in the operations of banks and foreign bank branches, effective from July 1, 2026. Vietcombank, BIDV, and VietinBank are the group expected to benefit the most from Circular No. 25/2026/TT-NHNN.

Many investors who bought silver at peak prices of VND 100–120 million per kilogram in January are now facing a dilemma, as they both want to continue holding their positions and want to sell and accept losses in order to recover their capital.

Vietnam’s gold market has experienced significant volatility in recent months. Many investors who entered the market at elevated price levels are now facing losses as gold prices have entered a period of consolidation and correction.

Vietnam’s gold market has recently experienced unusually sharp fluctuations, with prices surging rapidly to record highs before reversing course and falling significantly.

As stock markets move sideways, part of the investment capital has begun shifting into other asset classes, including the precious metals market. However, amid the ongoing silver “fever,” experts are issuing multiple warnings about potential risks.

In 2025, silver prices broke the historic 1980 peak, surging by more than 166% and at one point reaching USD 83.62 per ounce. However, a sharp correction of over 9% toward the end of December served as a clear reminder to investors of silver’s famously volatile, “untamed horse” nature.

Allowing enterprises to change the use of proceeds from a bond offering with the approval of holders representing more than 65% of outstanding bonds not only enables proactive handling of difficulties and reduces the risk of defaults, but also helps “unshackle” and revitalize the bond market.

Speaking at the seminar “Vietnam’s Gold Market: Opportunities and Challenges in the New Phase,” co-organized by Kinh tế & Đô thị Newspaper and the Hanoi Gold and Silver Fine Arts Association on the afternoon of November 24, Mr. Trần Trọng Đức, CEO of Virtus Prosperity, said that he had studied materials from COMEX (under CME Group), which compile operational experience from the world’s two largest gold markets: COMEX and the Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE).

The Vietnam Association of Financial Investors (VAFI) has recently proposed imposing a 10% value-added tax (VAT) on gold bullion and jewelry sales, aiming to help stabilize the domestic gold market.

After a prolonged period of stagnation, the southern property market is showing clear signs of recovery, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City and nearby provinces such as Binh Duong, Dong Nai, and Long An.