VietNamNet Bridge - The total value of M&A deals made in 2017 was 8.4 billion, according to IMMA (Institute of Mergers, Acquisitions, and Alliances). The sharp 45 percent increase in M&A value in comparison with 2016 shows strong interest from investors. Investors see positive signs in Vietnam's economy Big deals dominant With 126 deals, industry was the sector with the highest number of deals, followed by raw and input material production, essential goods, and energy. The real estate market saw 35 M&A deals worth $614 million in total, equal to the value of the finance M&A market. With 126 deals, industry was the sector with the highest number of deals, followed by raw and input material production, essential goods, and energy. The real estate market saw 35 M&A deals worth $614 million in total, equal to the value of the finance M&A market.High expectations RELATED NEWS Drug market bounces back with M&A deals Real estate M&As 2018: … [Read more...] about Vietnam needs big deals to reach M&A value exceeding $8 billion
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PM wants bigger trade value with Belarus
Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc (r) receives Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Semashko in Hà Nội yesterday.— VNA/VNS Photo Thống Nhất HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc wants Việt Nam and Belarus to employ measures to raise their trade value from the current US$100 million as there is huge untapped co-operation potential. He made the remarks in Hà Nội yesterday at a reception for visiting Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Semashko. … [Read more...] about PM wants bigger trade value with Belarus
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc wants bigger trade value with Belarus
He made the remarks in Hanoi on March 29 at a reception for visiting Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Semashko. The PM described the visit by the Belarusian guest as marking a milestone, ushering in new prospects for cooperation between Vietnam and its important partner Belarus, stressing that “Vietnam always respects and wishes to continue maintaining and fostering the sustainable friendship and cooperation with Belarus.” Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc welcoming Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Semashko. Photo: baochinhphu.vn High-level visits in recent years created an impetus for the two countries to broaden their cooperation across politics, economy, and people-to-people exchange. The free trade agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union that took effect in late 2016 in particular opened up many new opportunities and prospects for the two sides’ economic-trade partnership, he said. The Belarusian Deputy PM … [Read more...] about PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc wants bigger trade value with Belarus
High capital values no guarantee for high returns in world cities
London ranks as the fourth most expensive in mainstream rents, at an average of £350 per week, some £90 per week cheaper than San Francisco, according to Savills. Hong Kong, alongside London, is known for having one of the world’s highest capital values, ranks 9th in mainstream rents, at an average of £320 per week, though with the rental growth of 13.2 per cent last year, it could join the top five this year. Paris continues to represent relative value on the world stage, with average rents a third cheaper than San Francisco. In the European context, it is 14 per cent cheaper than London and 12 per cent cheaper than Dublin. Savills says high capital values do not guarantee high returns for world city investors The top ten ranking by prime rental values looks very different. New York ranks most expensive, with an average of £2,300 per week, around five times the mainstream average, and almost £400 per week more expensive than the second place … [Read more...] about High capital values no guarantee for high returns in world cities
Mechanical engineering sector to join global value chain
The Vietnamese engineering sector aims to engage deeper in global value chain by 2025 with vision toward 2035. (Photo: VNA) The sector should work thrifty and efficiently as well as build a professional and disciplined workforce, per the strategy. Exports are expected to account for 35 percent of total production by 2020 and the proportion will increase to 40 percent by 2030 and 45 percent by 2035. Under the strategy, focus will be given to developing automobile engineering, agricultural machines, industrial products and electronic appliances, while engineering support companies will be established to provide supplies for production units and to join the global value chain. Relevant authorities must complete mechanisms to support the mechanical engineering sector like giving preferential taxes and simplifying investment procedures. The policies must aid the support industry and production value chain participation as well as increase domestic production. The PM ordered the development … [Read more...] about Mechanical engineering sector to join global value chain