India, Sept. 11 -- The HNX Index in Vietnam's Hanoi opened 0.16% higher at 278.81 points this morning, marking a modestly positive start to the trading session for September 11. The modest opening gains indicate a slightly optimistic beginning as investors monitor market mood and the current geopolitical tensions in the US.

Why is the Index Moving Higher?

The HNX-Index's rise has been supported by domestic buying interest, even as the global market environment remains cautious. Continued interest in Vietnamese equities is boosting investor sentiment after renewed foreign buying across Asian markets, with Vietnam drawing roughly $11 million in foreign equity inflows in August following a long stretch of regional outflows.

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