
The fund normally invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise the fund's benchmark index. The index includes securities of Vietnamese companies. A company is generally considered to be a Vietnamese company if it is incorporated in Vietnam. It is non-diversified.
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Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar before first decision by a FOMC led by Chairman Kevin Warsh later.

VanEck Vietnam ETF which covers 58 Vietnamese incorporated stocks, the bulk of which are mid-caps, is down by -7% YTD and is underperforming other EMs and global markets. FTSE Russell's EM reclassification, which goes live in a phased manner from Sep 21st, should prompt higher foreign institutional interest. However, the overall macro position has taken a turn for the worse, and this could also cap interest in the intermediate term.

A heatwave gripping Vietnam has already placed immense pressure on the national power grid, the country's industry ministry said, adding the problem could get worse as the El Nino weather pattern is forecast to return from July.

Despite a downward trend for several weeks at the beginning of the year, in spring 2026 the S&P 500 has once again shot upward, achieving fresh new all-time highs in the process. Still, even the most bullish investors may be wondering how long the trend can continue, given the prolonged war in Iran and its impacts on the global oil market—not to mention preexisting factors like inflation, aggressive interest rate hikes, and more.

CNBC's Dan Murphy delves into the Middle East's investment flows and provide insights on the global energy hub and the vast amounts of capital originating from the region on Access Middle East (12:00 – 13:00 SIN/HK). Please note this livestream is only available in Europe and India.