A robust recovery signal emerged during the final moments of the morning session, propelling the VN-Index to swiftly rebound and reclaim positive territory. At the midday break, the VN-Index surged by over 12 points (+0.74%), reaching a strong 1,651.76 points. Meanwhile, the HNX-Index lagged, closing at 264.15 points, down 0.64%. Market breadth remained balanced, with 317 gainers, 327 decliners, and 957 unchanged stocks.