According to recent statistics, 18 companies announced dividend payout schedules for the week of October 13–17, 2025. Among these, 13 companies will distribute cash dividends, with the highest rate at 150% and the lowest at 1.5%. Additionally, one company will issue stock dividends, one will conduct a share issuance, one will grant bonus shares, and two will combine dividend payments during this week.
On October 17, 2025, Vinamilk will finalize its shareholder list for a 28.5% cash dividend payout (equivalent to VND 2,850 per share). This includes a 3.5% remaining dividend from 2024 and a 25% advance dividend for 2025.
With approximately 2.09 billion outstanding shares, Vinamilk is expected to allocate nearly VND 5,960 billion for this payment. The disbursement is scheduled to begin on October 24, 2025.
Thus, Vinamilk’s total cash dividend for 2024 reaches 43.5%, amounting to over VND 9,091 billion, fulfilling the plan approved at the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
Que Phong Hydropower JSC (QPH – UPCoM) announced that October 16, 2025, will be the record date for a 100% cash dividend payout, equivalent to VND 10,000 per share.
With nearly 18.6 million outstanding shares, the company plans to distribute approximately VND 186 billion to existing shareholders. The ex-dividend date is October 15, and payment is scheduled for October 30, 2025.
In terms of ownership, the largest shareholder, Trung Son Power Corporation, holds 85.5% (15.9 million shares) and will receive around VND 159 billion. CEO Le Thai Hung, with 7.2% (1.33 million shares), will receive approximately VND 13.3 billion.
Several banks are also finalizing dividend plans this week. For instance, VietinBank (CTG) will pay a 4.5% cash dividend for 2024, equivalent to VND 450 per share. With over 5.36 billion shares, VietinBank will allocate VND 2,416.5 billion. The record date is October 15, 2025, and payment is set for November 17, 2025.
BIDV (BID) will finalize its shareholder list on October 15, 2025, for a 4.5% cash dividend, or VND 450 per share. Payment is scheduled for November 14, 2025. With over 7.021 billion shares, BIDV will distribute more than VND 3,159 billion.
VietinBank Secures “Best Retail Bank in Vietnam” Title for 10 Consecutive Years
VietinBank (Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade) has been honored with the prestigious “Best Retail Bank of Vietnam 2025” award by Global Banking & Finance Review. This marks the 10th consecutive year VietinBank has received this recognition, solidifying its position as Vietnam’s leading retail bank.
Green Bonds Struggle to Gain Traction Amid High Issuance Costs, Experts Warn
Vietnam’s sustainable bond market remains nascent, accounting for a mere 1.6% of total corporate bond debt—significantly lagging behind the global average of 4% and Asia’s 8%. Experts attribute this sluggish growth to prohibitive issuance costs, a lack of incentives, and an underdeveloped, fragmented support ecosystem.
SCSC Warns of Fraudulent Activities Linked to STICCAPITAL
On October 6th, Vietnam’s State Securities Commission (SSC) issued a public notice regarding a report received from the Vietnam representative office of STIC Investments, Inc. This report highlights potential fraudulent activities and forgery.
Vimedimex Pharmaceutical Stock Suspended from Trading
VMD shares of Vimedimex Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company have been temporarily suspended from trading by the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange due to the company’s failure to disclose measures and a roadmap to address the warned status of its securities.
From Business Efficiency to Brand Power: Vinamilk Maintains Its Leadership Position
Recently, Vinamilk (HOSE: VNM) was honored as one of the Top 10 Strongest Vietnamese Brands in 2025. This prestigious recognition is part of the Vietnam Strong Brand Program, initiated in 2003 by VnEconomy – Vietnam Economic Times, a leading Vietnamese economic magazine.
