The event attracted nearly 400 leading import-export enterprises, alongside domestic and international economic experts, solidifying MB’s position as a pioneer in connecting knowledge and financial solutions for Vietnamese businesses.
MB Economic Insights offers a comprehensive overview of the global economy and shares practical solutions to help businesses navigate challenges effectively.
In-Depth Macroeconomic Dialogue, Grounded in Reality
In the opening remarks, MB’s leadership emphasized that amidst ongoing global and domestic economic fluctuations, Vietnamese import-export enterprises must maintain a proactive mindset and flexible risk management to fuel recovery and new growth phases. The MB Economic Insights 2025 forum aims to provide a holistic view of the international economy while offering actionable solutions for businesses to overcome challenges. At the forum, Mr. Sacha Dray, World Bank Economist in Vietnam, presented on global and Vietnamese economic cycles, along with growth, inflation, and employment forecasts for key regions like the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia in 2026. He highlighted, “Vietnam maintains positive growth potential thanks to its stable macroeconomic foundation, but must enhance productivity and private sector adaptability.”
Following this, Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thanh, Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management lecturer, provided an in-depth analysis of global monetary policy trends and international trade developments in 2025–2026. He noted that Vietnam is at a critical juncture to “leverage policy space to stimulate growth while managing inflation and public debt risks.”
MB Economic Insights 2025 gathered domestic and international economic experts.
Two In-Depth Discussions – From Policy to Action
The core of MB Economic Insights 2025 featured two specialized discussion sessions with experts, MB leaders, and business representatives.
Session 1, “Impact of Trade Tariffs and Public Investment on Business Operations,” included Mrs. Trinh Thi Thu Hien, Deputy Director of the Import-Export Department, Ministry of Industry and Trade; Dr. Nguyen Tu Anh, VinUni Research Director; Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thanh; and MB leadership. Experts discussed tariff scenarios, their effects on key export-import sectors, and public investment’s role as a growth driver, proposing institutional reforms to boost the private sector.
Session 2 focused on “Currency Markets, Forex, and Business Solutions,” with economists, scholars, and MB representatives. It delved into 2026 macroeconomic forecasts, GDP growth scenarios, CPI trends, and the impact of exchange rates, interest rates, and fiscal policies on production and trade. Speakers offered recommendations for businesses to mitigate forex and interest rate risks while leveraging financial support for sustainable recovery.
From MB’s perspective, leadership shared 2026 financial market forecasts for domestic and international exchange rates and interest rates. MB has proactively optimized costs, maintained stable lending rates, and supported businesses with preferential credit packages, forex risk products, and export-import market expansion advice. Under the theme “Proactive Adaptation – Driving Breakthroughs,” MB focuses on industry trend forecasting, policy development, and enhancing the BIZ MBBank digital platform for seamless online transactions, lending, and international payments. This strategy ensures stable credit growth, sustainable development, and helps businesses seize 2026 opportunities.
Affirming Its Position as a Leading Economic Forum
As Vietnam’s top foreign exchange market leader, MB was named “Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Vietnam” by The Asian Banker in 2024–2025. Through BIZ MBBank, MB serves over 350,000 businesses with comprehensive international payment, trade finance, forex trading, and risk management services.
The 11th annual MB Economic Insights forum.
Attendees praised the event’s practical value. Mr. Dao Tien Thinh, Director of European Wood and Plastic Investment and Development JSC, shared, “MB Economic Insights helps us stay updated on market trends, understand risks, and build long-term strategies. This year’s discussions on forex and fiscal policies were especially valuable for exporters.” Similarly, Mrs. Phan Hong Hue, Intimex Group Deputy CEO, noted, “The forum’s forecasts and recommendations aided our financial planning and effective use of MB’s derivative tools.”
After over a decade, MB Economic Insights has become a prestigious annual event for Vietnamese import-export businesses. In 2025, under the theme “Proactive Adaptation – Driving Breakthroughs,” the forum provided in-depth analysis, updated economic forecasts, and actionable solutions, empowering businesses to navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
MB Economic Insights 2025: 11 Years of Empowering Import-Export Businesses
On November 7, 2025, in Hanoi, Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) successfully concluded its 11th Annual Economic Forum – MB Economic Insights 2025, themed “Proactive Adaptation – Creating Breakthrough Momentum,” held at Meliá Hanoi Hotel. The event attracted nearly 400 leading import-export enterprises, alongside domestic and international economic experts, solidifying MB’s position as a pioneer in connecting knowledge and financial solutions for Vietnamese businesses.
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