Stock Market Outlook for the Week of August 26: Which Stocks to Pick During a Market Correction?

The VN-Index is inching closer to the 1,300-point mark, and as it does, the pressure to secure profits will intensify. Investors would be wise to consider locking in gains on stocks that have seen substantial rallies, safeguarding their profits, and ensuring they don't get caught on the back foot if the market takes a turn.

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Vietnam’s stock market witnessed a vibrant trading week as the VN-Index sustained its robust growth trajectory following the explosive session last week (August 16).

At the week’s close, the VN-Index climbed 2.6% to 1,285.3 points, while the HNX-Index and Upcom Index rose 2.1% and 1% to 240.1 and 94.4 points, respectively. VCB, BID, and CTG were the key stocks driving the market’s upward momentum.

Weekly liquidity surged 19%, averaging VND 17,756 billion per session. Foreign investors net sold VND 963.9 billion across all three exchanges, but this did not dampen the overall market sentiment. Domestic funds are pouring in, despite the selling pressure from foreign investors.

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