<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2026/3/6/488560_5420493055329815_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>A customer buys a smartphone at a store of&nbsp;Mobile World Investment Corporation in HCM City. Shares of the company tumbled nearly 3 per cent on Friday, weighing on the market's bearish sentiment. — Photo bnews.vn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Market tumbled on Friday, a stark contrast to the positive trends observed in various Asian markets, due to a rapid increase in selling pressure.The VN-Index, presenting the Hochiminh Stock Exchange (HoSE) closed down by 40.67 points, or 2.25 per cent, to 1,767.84 points. Selling pressure intensified right from the start of the trading session among large-cap stocks, placing immediate pressure on the overall index.A similar situation unfolded in another main exchange, with the HNX-Index on the Hanoi Stock Exchange (HNX) dropping by 3.95 points or 1.53 per cent, to 253.64 points.&nbsp;The breadth on HoSE fell into the negative zone, with the number of decliners surpassing that of gainers by 237 to 88.&nbsp;Despite the decline, market liquidity remained high, as investors moved to take advantage of lower prices amidst the significant downturn. Total trading value on the HoSE surpassed&nbsp;VNĐ33.6 trillion (US$1.28 billion), with the VN30 basket contributing more than VNĐ17.4 trillion.The primary driver behind this steep correction was the plunge of large-cap stocks in the market.&nbsp;The 30 biggest stocks tracker, VN30-Index, closed the session down by 38.57 points, or 1.99 per cent, finishing at 1,904.19 points.&nbsp;Key players such as FPT Corporation (FPT) fell by 3.3 per cent, Mobile World Investment Corporation (MWG) by 2.9 per cent, and Masan Group (MSN) by 2.7 per cent.&nbsp;The banking sector also faced challenges, with notable declines seen in Techcombank (TCB) down 2.3 per cent, BIDV (BID) falling 1.9 per cent, and Vietinbank (CTG) dropping 1.5 per cent, all contributing to the overall downturn of the index.Moreover, the securities sector recorded sharp declines, with many stocks experiencing significant losses.&nbsp;Saigon-Hanoi Securities (SHS) saw a fall of 6.6 per cent, Vietcap Securities (VCI) decreased by 6.2 per cent, SSI Securities (SSI) fell by 6 per cent, MB Securities (MBS) declined by 5.3 per cent, and Ho Chi Minh City Securities (HCM) shed 4.7 per cent.&nbsp;The energy and oil sectors were not spared either, as profit-taking led to declines of 1.6-6.3 per cent in big players like PV Gas (GAS), PV Oil (OIL), PV Drilling (PVD), and PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation (PVS).Foreign trading also contributed negatively, with foreign investors recording a net sell of over VNĐ1.3 trillion on HoSE and VNĐ81.75 billion on HNX.&nbsp;— BIZHUB/VNS

Foreign trading contributed negatively, with foreign investors recording a net sell of over VNĐ1.3 trillion on HoSE and VNĐ81.75 billion on HNX.&nbsp;

VN-Index dips, breaking below 1,800 points

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2026/3/6/488499_5420408103707463_VPB.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Delegates launch&nbsp;the first credit card linked to Điện Máy Xanh, Việt Nam’s largest multi-category electronics and consumer retail ecosystem.&nbsp;— Photo courtesy of&nbsp;Mastercard</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HCM CITY — A new credit card, launched by Mastercard in partnership with Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) and Dien May Xanh Investment Joint Stock Company, aims to tap into Việt Nam’s fast-growing retail market while encouraging wider use of digital payments.The companies announced the launch of the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card, described as the first credit card linked to the country’s largest multi-category electronics and consumer retail ecosystem.The collaboration is intended to deliver everyday value to consumers while enhancing their digital lifestyles and supporting Việt Nam’s transition towards a more cashless, digitally enabled economy.Anchored within Điện Máy Xanh’s network of more than 3,000 outlets and online channels nationwide, the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card is designed to fit both frequent purchases such as groceries and pharmacy items and higher-value electronics spending.The card offers up to 10 per cent cashback across Điện Máy Xanh brands, 4 per cent cashback on fashion and dining, and 0.1 per cent on other eligible spending. Additional benefits include first-year fee waivers under certain conditions, a VNĐ400,000 welcome cashback, and 100,000 Quà Tặng VIP points.Built on Mastercard’s globally accepted payments network, the card supports both domestic and international transactions while meeting international standards for security and risk management.Consumers can complete digital onboarding through VPBank and Điện Máy Xanh’s Quà Tặng VIP mobile app. The launch builds on an existing VPBank–Điện Máy Xanh payments partnership that has enabled about 3,000 retail locations to operate as financial service touchpoints.This omnichannel distribution model is expected to broaden access to consumer credit through retail channels and extend financial services beyond traditional banking hours.The launch of the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card highlights the partners’ shared focus on expanding secure and practical digital payment solutions in Việt Nam.The card is now available nationwide, giving millions of Vietnamese consumers access to rewards at familiar retail outlets, digital access to credit and the global acceptance and security standards of Mastercard.By integrating digital payments into everyday retail activity, the partners say the initiative could help accelerate the adoption of cashless payments, strengthen confidence in digital financial services, and support the development of a more inclusive digital economy in Việt Nam. — VNS &nbsp;

The launch of the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card underscores the shared commitment to advancing secure, relevant and everyday digital payment experiences in Việt Nam.

Mastercard, VPBank and Điện Máy Xanh launch the VPBank MWG Mastercard credit card

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2026/3/6/488579_mong-cai-dong-hung-5149.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Móng Cái International Border Gate in Quảng Ninh province.&nbsp;— VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>QUẢNG NINH — The northern province of Quảng Ninh is set to pilot normal customs clearance on weekends at the Bắc Luân II Bridge area of the Móng Cái International Border Gate starting March 7.The Office of the provincial People’s Committee recently issued Document No. 1883/VP.UBND-TC on implementing the pilot programme. The decision followed a meeting on March 5 between provincial leaders and relevant agencies to consider a proposal from the Chinese side to maintain customs clearance activities throughout the week.Under the plan, the cargo control lane at the Bắc Luân II Bridge area, part of the border gate pair of Móng Cái (Việt Nam) and Dongxing (China), will operate normally on Saturdays and Sundays. The move is expected to help ease congestion at the border, improve operational efficiency of relevant forces, and further promote cross-border trade.The Quảng Ninh Border Gate Management Board has been assigned to send an official response to the Dongxing municipal bureau of commerce and border gate management to finalise the pilot plan and inform businesses in both countries about the new schedule.To ensure smooth operations, the provincial administration have requested the Quảng Ninh Economic Zone Authority and relevant forces, including border guard, customs, and quarantine units, to arrange sufficient personnel and equipment to handle procedures swiftly. They were also asked to continue streamlining administrative procedures to better assist enterprises during customs clearance.Besides, logistics service providers are required to prepare manpower and ensure uninterrupted operations.The province is also reviewing relevant fees and charges during the pilot period, with possible adjustments to infrastructure service fees at the border gate to help reduce financial pressure on businesses.The weekend customs clearance pilot is expected to further facilitate trade flows between Việt Nam and China while improving the overall business environment. — VNA/VNS

The move is expected to help ease congestion at the border, improve operational efficiency of relevant forces, and further promote cross-border trade.

Quảng Ninh pilots weekend customs clearance at Móng Cái Int'l Border Gate

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2026/2/27/487093_5414417318960864_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The Vietnamese delegation and representatives of Switzerland discuss key issues during the 19th round of negotiations for the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Việt Nam and the European Free Trade Association. —&nbsp;VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>GENEVA —&nbsp;The 19th round of negotiations for the free trade agreement (FTA) between Việt Nam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, is taking place in Geneva with highly positive signals, reflecting strong political determination on both sides to conclude the deal at an early date.At a bilateral meeting with Switzerland on Wednesday, the two sides discussed key outstanding issues. They acknowledged significant progress across core areas, including trade in goods, services and investment, intellectual property, sustainable development, and government procurement. To accelerate the process, both sides agreed not to introduce new issues into the negotiations and to focus on flexibly resolving remaining differences.The EFTA side highly appreciated Việt Nam’s efforts and its market access proposals, while reaffirming the bloc’s traditional strengths in promoting private investment and technology transfer.Technical teams from both sides are now intensifying legal reviews and finalising remaining procedures, with the aim of concluding negotiations and potentially signing the agreement at the upcoming EFTA Ministerial Conference in Iceland this June.Once signed, the Việt Nam-EFTA free trade agreement is expected to provide a major boost to trade and investment ties, expanding cooperation with some of Europe’s most advanced economies and contributing positively to supply chains and sustainable growth.&nbsp;—&nbsp;VNS

The EFTA side highly appreciated Việt Nam’s efforts and its market access proposals, while reaffirming the bloc’s traditional strengths in promoting private investment and technology transfer.

Việt Nam, EFTA step up free trade agreement negotiations

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