{
  "id": 3249198,
  "title": "FTSE upgrade puts Vietnam on global investors radar now investability must follow",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/ftse-upgrade-puts-vietnam-on-global-investors-radar-now-investability",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-25T11:22:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Vietnam Investment Review",
    "slug": "vietnam-investment-review",
    "url": "https://vir.com.vn/ftse-upgrade-puts-vietnam-on-global-investors-radar-now-investability-must-follow-159416.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The recent inclusion of Vietnam's FTSE on global investors' radar has sparked significant interest, but the real question remains: will the subsequent investability follow? Analysts estimate around $2.2 billion of passive inflows across four tranches, with the September inflow expected to be closer to $200-220 million. However, this initial investment should not be viewed in isolation.\n\nThe upgrade signifies a shift from a predominantly retail market to an institutional one, with foreign investors comprising only 7.4% of trading activity in 2021, compared to 13.2% during the first seven months of 2026. As global brokers, passive funds, quantitative investors, and active institutions build their presence, institutional participation could increase to 20% and eventually 30%.\n\nBeyond passive inflows, FTSE inclusion could drive sustained interest from global active investors. Vietnam's strong economic growth, macroeconomic stability, and expanding corporate ambitions make it an attractive market. The government's commitment to reform, demonstrated by the modernization of the KRX system, further bolsters the country's appeal.\n\nThe upgrade has not only transformed Vietnam's classification but also created a foundation for more sophisticated market structures, such as a central counterparty. As the market continues to evolve, the active capital attracted by this transformation could ultimately surpass the initial passive inflows. However, the increased scrutiny from global investors may pressure Vietnamese firms to enhance their governance, disclosure, and investor relations. The transition to a more transparent and efficient market will require substantial effort from both companies and regulators.",
  "summary": "FTSE Russell has added 27 Vietnamese stocks to the FTSE Global All Cap Index as part of its September semi annual review In an interview with em VIR em s Hazy Tran Thomas Nguyen Chief Global Markets Officer at SSI Securities said that FTSE Russell s inclusion could bring billions in passive inflows but the bigger opportunity lies in Vietnam s institutional transformation",
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}