On January 13th, in Hanoi, the prestigious FChoice 2025 Awards and the “Double-Digit Economic Growth Drivers and 2026 Investment Opportunities” forum were held with great fanfare. The event brought together leading economists and representatives from numerous top businesses nationwide.
Launched in 2021, FChoice is an annual awards program organized by CafeF. It’s more than just a competition; it’s a “map of achievements” highlighting breakthrough stories with significant impacts on Vietnam’s economy, particularly in finance.
FChoice 2025’s theme, “Vietnam Rising,” features four main categories: Macro Highlights, Business & Entrepreneur Highlights, Outstanding Products & Projects, and Audience Choice Awards.
Company of the Year – Vingroup
Mr. Le Khac Hiep, Vice Chairman of Vingroup, received the Company of the Year award. 2025 marked a year of significant expansion for Vingroup, excelling not only in core business areas but also venturing into new sectors and swiftly executing the National Exhibition Center (VEC) project. VinFast made remarkable strides in key Asian markets like India, Indonesia, and the Philippines, solidifying its strategy of domestic strength coupled with global value chain ambitions.
Bank of the Year – VP Bank
Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh, Deputy CEO of VPBank, accepted the Bank of the Year award. 2025 was a landmark year for VPBank, not just in terms of growth but also in establishing its leadership within Vietnam’s banking system. After 15 years of building capital, technology, and governance foundations, VPBank has surged ahead, achieving impressive profit and asset growth, expanding its multi-platform financial ecosystem, and significantly influencing the financial market.
Finance Company of the Year – EVF Power Finance
Mr. Pham Trung Kien, Chairman of EVF Power Finance, received the Finance Company of the Year award. EVF has made remarkable strides in leading green capital flows in Vietnam. By mastering modern fintech, EVF has created a flexible digital finance model, seamlessly connecting capital needs for the energy and consumer ecosystems.
Securities Company of the Year – TCBS
Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Hien, CEO of TCBS, accepted the Securities Company of the Year award. TCBS was recognized for its impressive growth in key metrics like profit, equity, loan portfolio, and market share. Following a successful IPO, TCBS listed and became the largest securities company by market capitalization, exceeding 100 trillion VND.
Entrepreneur of the Year – Billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong
Mr. Le Khac Hiep, Vice Chairman of Vingroup, accepted the Entrepreneur of the Year award on behalf of Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong. As VinFast’s CEO since 2024, Mr. Vuong declared “no plan B” and personally invested 28 trillion VND in the company. VinFast consistently broke records in the domestic car market, becoming the first company to sell over 100,000 electric vehicles in a year. Vingroup also expanded its ecosystem into new sectors: infrastructure (VinSpeed), energy (VinEnergo), industry (VinMetal, VinSpace), and arts & culture, marking a comprehensive development phase.
IPO of the Year – TCBS
Mr. Nguyen Tuan Cuong, Deputy CEO of TCBS, accepted the IPO of the Year award. TCBS’s IPO attracted significant investor interest, creating a positive impact on the stock market.
Agri-Tech Company of the Year – AgriS
Mr. Nguyen Duc Hung Linh, Deputy Head of Investment at AgriS, received the award. AgriS’s transformation into a smart agriculture model has maintained revenue above $1 billion while establishing new governance standards through Oracle Cloud ERP and a tripartite focus on AgTech, FoodTech, and FinTech. From digitized supply chains to a Net Zero 2035 commitment, AgriS has created a circular agribusiness model, solidifying Vietnamese agriculture’s global supply chain presence.
Real Estate Developer with Best Sales Performance – MIK Group
Ms. Trinh Thi Huong, Communications Director at MIK Group, accepted the award. MIK Group stood out for its exceptional liquidity and effective high-rise residential development strategy, becoming a highlight in the 2025 real estate market.
Global Integration Ambassador of the Year – Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao
Mr. Tran Hoai Phuong, Head of Corporate Banking at HDBank, accepted the award on behalf of Ms. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao. This award recognizes Ms. Thao’s remarkable contributions to Vietnam’s global economic integration in 2025, from billion-dollar deals in Seattle and London to a historic £13.7 million donation to Oxford University.
Fund Management Company of the Year – Dragon Capital
Ms. Nguyen Thi Pham, Head of Asset Management at Dragon Capital, received the award. Dragon Capital’s strong growth and outstanding performance continue to bridge investors with the stock market, fostering a healthy investment environment.
Comprehensive Fintech Ecosystem of the Year – Techcombank – Masterise – One Mount
Ms. Nguyen Van Linh, Deputy Head of Retail Banking at Techcombank, accepted the award. This ecosystem is transitioning from traditional finance, consumption, and real estate to economic infrastructure development. Techcombank provides large-scale project financing, Masterise Group focuses on infrastructure development, and One Mount serves as the technological brain for smart infrastructure.
Diversified Investment Group of the Year – GELEX
Mr. Nguyen Chien Thang, Chief of Staff at GELEX, received the award. With a focus on “Infrastructure – Industry – Energy,” GELEX has successfully transformed from a manufacturing company into a professional investment group. From developing green industrial parks to ESG commitments, GELEX sets new standards for diversified investment and establishes itself as a leading private economic group ready for global value chains.
Luxury Real Estate Developer of the Year – Masterise Homes
Ms. Thi Anh Dao, Marketing Director at Masterise Group, accepted the award. Masterise Homes was recognized for pioneering “branded living” in Vietnam, combining international standards with contemporary Vietnamese living.
Sustainable Green Real Estate Developer of the Year – Eurowindow Holding
Ms. Lai Ngoc Dung, Marketing Director at Eurowindow Holding, received the award. Eurowindow Holding was recognized for its urban greening efforts, developing sustainable communities that harmonize modern living with nature.
Breakthrough Growth Company of the Year – GELEX Electric
Mr. Vu Duc Tung, Head of Synthesis at GELEX Electric, accepted the award. GELEX Electric’s remarkable business growth in 2025 solidified its leadership in the electrical equipment industry. This demonstrates that companies with strong internal capabilities, market leadership in foundational industries, and foresight can achieve significant and sustainable growth.
Bank Stock of the Year – SHB
Mr. Do Quang Vinh, Deputy Chairman and Deputy CEO of SHB, received the award. SHB was recognized for its outstanding market performance, leading liquidity, and price growth, reflecting strong investor confidence.
Real Estate Technology Product of the Year – NobleX App (Sunshine Group)
Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan, CEO of NobleX Technology & Finance Group, accepted the award. NobleX App’s standout feature, NobleGo, is Vietnam’s first homegrown solution allowing customers to explore projects and bid on properties directly during livestreams. NobleGo has impressed with its pioneering real estate livestreaming model, integrating AI on a “Make in Vietnam” digital platform.
Comprehensive Digital Bank of the Year – TPBank
Mr. Bui Quang Cuong, Deputy CEO and Head of IT at TPBank, received the award. TPBank was recognized for its comprehensive digital transformation, offering seamless, customer-centric banking experiences across all platforms.
Green Bank of the Year – HDBank
Mr. Tran Hoai Phuong, Head of Corporate Banking at HDBank, accepted the award. HDBank was recognized for its leadership in green finance, expanding green credit and effectively mobilizing capital for the green economy.
Fintech Application of the Year – MoMo
Mr. Doan Tu Tich Phuoc, Senior Legal & Government Relations Manager at MoMo, received the award. MoMo was recognized for its diverse digital financial ecosystem, strong AI integration, and significant role in promoting financial inclusion in Vietnam.
Innovative Financial Product Bank of the Year – VIB
Ms. Tang Thanh Huong, Head of Deposit Product Development at VIB, received the award. VIB was recognized for its innovative products that help customers actively grow idle funds, reshaping financial management habits for millions.
Real Estate Project of the Year – Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio
Ms. Nguyen Quynh Mai, Sales Director for Vinhomes Can Gio, received the award. This ESG++ seaside megacity by Vinhomes was recognized for its groundbreaking scale, nature regeneration vision, and long-term sustainability commitment.
Bank of the Year – Techcombank
Ms. Nguyen Van Linh, Deputy Head of Retail Banking at Techcombank, received the award. With over 1.9 million votes, Techcombank was recognized for its outstanding contributions to entertainment and strong community engagement.
Investor’s Favorite Bank Stock – TCB (Techcombank)
Ms. Dinh Thi Mai Anh, Investor Relations Director at Techcombank, received the award. TCB stock was recognized with over 1.8 million votes for its high liquidity, impressive growth, and transparent, standardized operations.
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