Hanoi, Sept. 22 -- The reclassification reflects years of reforms to improve market accessibility for foreign investors and bring Viet Nam's stock market closer to international practices.
A milestone for Viet Nam's stock market
Reuters described the reclassification as a "milestone" for Viet Nam's stock market following years of reforms aimed at attracting foreign investment. FTSE Russell estimates that the move could channel up to US$6 billion into Vietnamese equities as global funds adjust their portfolios.
Viet Nam was placed on FTSE Russell's watchlist for potential reclassification in 2018. The upgrade from frontier-market status to secondary emerging-market status became effective on September 21, 2026.
The move has already gener...