HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026

On July 9, the company was named one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026 for the fourth consecutive year (2023–2026), while also receiving the HR Asia Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards 2026.

On July 8, Carlsberg Vietnam was recognised among Vietnam’s Top 10 Outstanding Green Energy and Environmental Enterprises 2026 by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), recognising its continued progress in responsible business development.

Top 10 Outstanding Green Energy and Environmental Enterprises by VCCI

Commenting on the dual recognitions, Andrew Khan, managing director of Carlsberg Vietnam, said, “Receiving these two recognitions in the same period of time is a proud moment for Carlsberg Vietnam because together they reflect what matters most to us. One recognises the culture we’ve built for our people, while the other acknowledges our long-term commitment to sustainable growth. Although they celebrate different achievements, they are driven by the same belief: lasting business success comes from investing in people, caring for the environment and creating value responsibly. That’s the future we’re committed to building every day.”

A fourth consecutive HR Asia recognition, with special recognition for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Four consecutive HR Asia recognitions are more than a milestone for Carlsberg Vietnam, especially with this year’s additional recognition of the HR Asia Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards 2026. They reflect years of building a workplace where inclusion is part of how people work, grow and lead, not simply an initiative, but a culture that shapes everyday decisions.

HR Asia Awards 2026

This year’s recognition comes at an important time as Carlsberg Group introduced its new Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Policy, reaffirming that DE&I is a core part of the Group’s purpose, Growth Culture and long-term business strategy. Guided by the principles “Diversity Is Us. Equity Strengthens Us. Inclusion Empowers Us.,” the policy reflects the belief that diverse perspectives lead to stronger collaboration, better decisions and better business.

At Carlsberg Vietnam, these principles shape how people are recruited, developed, supported and given opportunities to grow. Over the past year, the company has continued strengthening its inclusive culture through initiatives such as Pride Month’s ‘Come As You Are’, its annual DE&I campaign celebrating individuality and belonging, and SHELeads, a women leadership community designed to build confidence, capability and connection among future female leaders.

Reinforcing this commitment, Carlsberg Vietnam also became a signatory to the Women’s Empowerment Principles, established by UN Women and the UN Global Compact, while continuing to advance Carlsberg Group’s ambition of achieving 42 per cent women in senior leadership by 2032.

The impact of these efforts is also reflected in employee experience. In the latest group employee engagement survey, Carlsberg Vietnam achieved an Inclusion Index score of 86 and has consistently performed at the Top 10 per cent global benchmark for Inclusion Index, as measured by Glint, for three consecutive years. The result demonstrates the company’s strong progress towards Carlsberg Group’s ambition of being among the top 10 per cent benchmark for employee inclusion experience by 2032.

“Receiving these recognitions is especially meaningful because they reflect the culture we continue to build every day,” said Dang Tran Ngoc Ngan, senior director of People & Culture at Carlsberg Vietnam.

“We believe our greatest strength comes from our people. A diverse workforce helps us better understand the consumers and communities we serve. Different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us challenge our thinking and make better decisions. When people with different backgrounds and perspectives feel respected, included, and empowered to contribute, they bring broader thinking, stronger ideas, and better decisions. Those differences make us stronger as teams and ultimately help us build a more sustainable business. This belief continues to shape how we develop our people, our leaders and our future.”

Recognised among Vietnam’s Top 10 Green Energy and Environmental Enterprises

Carlsberg Vietnam has also been recognised among Vietnam’s Top 10 Outstanding Green Energy and Environmental Enterprises 2026, presented at the World Energy and Environment Forum – Vietnam 2026 organised by VCCI. The award recognises the company’s long-term commitment to sustainable operations and responsible business growth.

Guided by Brewing Tomorrow, Carlsberg Group’s ESG programme, Carlsberg Vietnam continues investing in technologies and initiatives that reduce environmental impact while creating long-term value. At Phu Bai Brewery, the largest Carlsberg brewery in Asia, next-generation brewing technology helps reduce water consumption by around 20 per cent and energy consumption by 15 per cent compared with previous technology.

The brewery also captures and reuses all CO2 generated during fermentation, has achieved zero waste to landfill, and continues advancing renewable energy through its upcoming rooftop solar project as part of the group’s ambition to achieve net-zero across the value chain by 2040.

Beyond its operations, Carlsberg Vietnam continues creating positive impact through initiatives such as Fresh Water for Beloved Central, responsible drinking partnerships and community environmental programmes that encourage sustainable choices.

The VCCI recognition is the latest milestone in Carlsberg Vietnam’s sustainability journey. It builds on a growing track record of external recognitions, including being named among Vietnam’s Top 100 Sustainable Businesses 2025 by VBCSD–VCCI, receiving the 2025 EuroCham Community Impact Award, and earning recognition from the Ministry of Industry and Trade at the 35th Anniversary Celebration of the Vietnam Beer – Alcohol – Beverage Association for the company’s contributions to sustainable industrial development.

These recognitions show Carlsberg Vietnam’s long-term commitment to creating lasting value through its people and responsible business practices. Guided by its Growth Culture and Brewing Tomorrow, the company continues to grow responsibly by brewing great beer and creating a workplace where everyone belongs and a business that contributes to a better today and tomorrow.

Carlsberg Vietnam awarded both domestic and international honours Carlsberg Vietnam has received recognition from both local authorities and international quality institutions, underscoring its continuation of a development journey built steadily over more than three decades in Vietnam.

How Carlsberg Vietnam is building high-performing teams through trust and empowerment At the Work the Nordic Way 2026 conference hosted by NordCham Vietnam, leaders from Carlsberg Vietnam shared how trust, empowerment, and people-first leadership are helping shape stronger teams, faster execution, and a more resilient growth culture.

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During the check-up, Cheng chose to undergo lung cancer screening with a low-dose CT scan. The scan revealed a pulmonary nodule measuring approximately 7mm.

Because the lesion was very small, doctors recommended a follow-up CT scan three months later. At the follow-up examination, the nodule had doubled in size, measuring approximately 15mm. Concerned by the rapid growth, Cheng’s daughter brought her from Cambodia to FV Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.

At FV Hospital, doctors performed a CT-guided transthoracic needle biopsy to obtain tissue samples from the lung nodule without surgery. The pathology results confirmed non-small cell lung cancer.

Dr. Luong Ngoc Trung examined the patient from Cambodia. Photo: FV Hospital

According to Dr. Luong Ngoc Trung, robotic thoracic surgeon and head of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at FV Hospital, Cheng is a typical example of early-stage lung cancer.

“She is a non-smoker, has no family history of the disease, and experienced no symptoms at all. Without low-dose CT screening, detecting tumours at a stage when they can be completely treated is extremely difficult,” Dr. Trung said.

Following a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Trung confirmed that the tumour remained confined to the lung, with no evidence of metastasis.

Her case was subsequently reviewed by FV Hospital’s Tumour Board, where thoracic surgeons, medical oncologists, radiologists, and other specialists unanimously recommended robot-assisted surgery using the da Vinci Xi system as the optimal treatment approach.

Early surgery

On June 2, the robot-assisted lung cancer surgery was successfully performed using the da Vinci Xi surgical system. Dr. Trung and his team completed the lobectomy and lymph node dissection in approximately 120 minutes.

With its high-definition magnified 3D vision and highly articulated robotic instruments, the da Vinci Xi system enables surgeons to operate with exceptional precision within the confined space of the chest. This helps minimise damage to healthy tissues, reduce postoperative pain, and support faster recovery.

Robot-assisted lung cancer surgery using the da Vinci Xi surgical system. Photo: FV Hospital

Just one day after surgery, Cheng was able to walk independently, eat normally, and resume most daily activities. She was discharged in stable condition after three nights of postoperative monitoring.

“I am deeply grateful to all the doctors and nurses at FV Hospital. Everyone was incredibly caring and encouraging, which gave me great confidence throughout my treatment,” Cheng shared.

The final pathology report brought welcome news to the family. The tumour was confirmed as stage IA non-small cell lung cancer and had been completely removed.

According to Dr. Trung, patients diagnosed at stage IA who undergo complete surgical resection generally require only regular follow-up and do not need adjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

“The greatest relief for our family is that my mother did not have to undergo prolonged chemotherapy or radiation treatment. After just one surgery, she was able to return to her normal life,” said Kim Sovannavy, the patient’s daughter.

Cheng had fully recovered and looked healthy at her follow-up appointment. Photo: FV Hospital

Why low-dose CT screening matters

According to Dr. Trung, most lung cancer cases today are diagnosed only after symptoms such as persistent cough, weight loss, chest pain, or metastatic disease have developed. By then, the role of surgery becomes much more limited, and patients often require a combination of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, or other systemic treatments that are more costly and generally less effective.

“When lung cancer is detected early, the five-year survival rate can reach as high as 95 per cent. This falls to around 65 per cent in Stage II, approximately 30 per cent in Stage III, and below 15 per cent in Stage IV,” Dr. Trung said.

For this reason, many countries now recommend low-dose CT screening for lung cancer in people aged 50 and older, including non-smokers and individuals without obvious risk factors.

Low-dose CT scan uses only about 1-1.5 mSv of radiation, equivalent to roughly half of the average annual background radiation exposure and approximately one-fifth of the radiation dose of a conventional chest CT scan.

Despite the lower radiation exposure, it is capable of detecting lung nodules measuring only a few millimetres. In contrast, chest X-rays may miss small lesions and are therefore no longer recommended for lung cancer screening.

FV Hospital offers flexible financial support by allowing eligible patients to combine Vietnam’s public and private health insurance, and interest-free instalment payment plans for cancer treatment and many other medical conditions.

For consultation on lung cancer screening and treatment at FV Hospital:
6 Nguyen Luong Bang street
Tan My Ward, Ho Chi Minh City ; Tel: (028) 3511 3333

Roche Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City Oncological Hospital continue to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment capacity in Vietnam On March 25, Roche Pharma Vietnam and the Ho Chi Minh City Oncological Hospital (UB) signed an MoU to improve the professional capacity of the medical staff at the hospital and strengthen cooperation with domestic and foreign oncology organisations and experts for the benefit of patients and the community.

Robotic surgery treats high-risk pulmonary mycosis After six months of unsuccessful high-dose antifungal treatment in Cambodia and Thailand, a 58-year-old Cambodian patient underwent da Vinci Xi robotic surgery at FV Hospital, preventing life-threatening massive hemoptysis and enabling rapid recovery within just three days.

Personalised lung cancer treatment: From genetic technology to robotic surgery The era of personalised medicine is transforming the way lung cancer is treated. By analysing the molecular characteristics of each tumour, doctors at FV Hospital can tailor treatment strategies to individual patients instead of relying on the one-size-fits-all approaches used in the past.

FV doctors remove 5cm kidney tumour in time-critical robotic surgery In a four-hour robotic surgery, FV Hospital doctors successfully removed a 5cm kidney tumour, navigating a challenging tumour position and a narrow timeframe critical to preserving the patient’s kidney.

According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE), China continued to increase imports of Vietnamese seafood, particularly shrimp, in the first half of 2026, the ministry reported on July 13.

Vietnam exported more than $5.7 billion worth of seafood in the first half of 2026, up 11.4 per cent from a year earlier. China accounted for nearly $1.4 billion of the total, making it Vietnam’s largest seafood export market, while shipments to the US reached almost $898 million.

Including Hong Kong, exports to the Greater China market totalled around $1.5 billion, an increase of nearly 38 per cent from a year earlier. Japan ranked third with almost $788 million, posting a slight increase over the same period.

According to the Import-Export Department under the MAE, despite the double-digit growth, seafood exporters continue to face multiple challenges, including tighter technical requirements in key export markets, rising production costs, and climate-related risks.

Higher feed, energy, logistics, and freight costs continue to weigh on businesses, while climate change and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta are affecting aquaculture production, highlighting the need for more resilient and fully traceable raw material supply chains.

Photo: VASEP

Le Hang, deputy secretary general of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), said many exporters have shifted their focus towards China as the US and Europe tighten trade barriers.

“Besides having less stringent import requirements, China enjoys a significant geographical advantage, helping reduce logistics costs and delivery times. For live seafood products, exporters can ship goods through border crossings, making preservation easier and more cost-efficient,” she said.

Meanwhile, exports to the US continue to face mounting challenges. According to VASEP, stricter enforcement of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) has required exporters of wild-caught seafood to provide additional Certificates of Admissibility (COA), with particularly complicated procedures affecting tuna shipments. Vietnamese shrimp also continues to face high anti-dumping duties.

In addition, a surge in shipments to the US ahead of the implementation of new tariff policies has resulted in rising inventories, while American consumers have become more cautious with spending and increasingly favour lower-priced products. These factors have left seafood exports to the US largely flat during the first half of the year.

VASEP noted that the industry’s export growth in the first six months reflected improving global demand and the ability of Vietnamese exporters to adapt by diversifying markets and adjusting product portfolios. At the same time, overseas buyers have become increasingly cautious, placing smaller and shorter-term orders while demanding more competitive prices and stricter compliance with quality, certification, and traceability standards.

Shrimp remained Vietnam’s largest seafood export, generating approximately $2.3 billion in export revenue during the first half of the year, up 13.6 per cent and accounting for more than 40 per cent of total seafood exports. Growth was driven mainly by demand from mainland China and Hong Kong.

Lobster was among the products seeing the strongest increase in purchases from both markets. Basa fish exports reached around $1.1 billion, up 12.1 per cent, continuing to benefit from competitive pricing and stable global demand for whitefish.

However, the outlook for the second half of the year remains uncertain. Hang said seafood exporters continue to face the risk of additional US trade protection measures and non-tariff barriers, ranging from regulations related to forced labour to the possible introduction of import quotas on certain products. At the same time, refrigerated container freight rates have begun rising again, posing another major challenge for the industry in the coming months.

“In the face of rapidly changing trade policies, businesses have little choice but to continuously monitor market developments, adjust their export strategies, diversify export markets, and increase the share of value-added processed products to mitigate risks and sustain growth,” Hang added.

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Marking the 15-year anniversary of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) flagship Business Confidence Index (BCI), the second-quarter report reveals a renewed surge in European business confidence.

With a sharp seven-point climb from the 72.7 points recorded in the first quarter, this quarter’s index is just a fraction below the historic seven-year peak of 80 reached in late 2025. The momentum signals a renewed appetite among European investors for expansion in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies, reaffirming the long-term confidence that briefly receded amid heightened global uncertainty.

“This quarter’s findings demonstrate the incredible, almost tenacious resilience of both Vietnam’s economy and the European businesses operating here,” said Bruno Jaspaert, chairman of EuroCham. “The first half of 2026 has been a rollercoaster. We entered the year with complex geopolitical wild cards, yet, despite a heavy cloud of global uncertainty, our member companies outperformed their own expectations. This index proves that when the weather gets rough, our ecosystem knows how to recalibrate and capture growth.”

Conducted in partnership with DXL Research and Consulting, this edition provides one of EuroCham’s most comprehensive assessments yet of how European businesses are responding to an increasingly complex global and local environment. Beyond measuring business sentiments, the BCI examines the impact of geopolitical tensions, evolving trade dynamics, administrative reform and intellectual property protection.

The survey shows that 63 per cent of European businesses reported positive business conditions during the second quarter, while optimism continues to strengthen, with 69 per cent expecting improvements in the coming quarter. This wave of optimism represents an 11-percentage-point jump compared to the expectations expressed just three months ago, driven by surging commercial performance, a healthy influx of new orders, and resilient domestic demand.

According to Xavier Depouilly, general manager of DXL Research and Consulting, “Confidence has recovered across all sectors, confirming that the slowdown recorded in the first quarter was broad-based but ultimately temporary. While the pace of recovery has varied by industry, the overall direction is consistent.”

He added that agrifood recorded a more modest 5.5-point improvement, whereas Tourism and Hospitality surged by 8.7 points to reach 90.4, well above the overall index. Across industries, businesses have outperformed their own expectations, supported by resilient domestic and international demand, expanded public and private investment, and a remarkable ability to adapt to an increasingly complex environment. By introducing sector and company size level analysis, the BCI report and dashboard now provide a more granular understanding of business sentiment, helping both investors and policymakers identify where confidence is strengthening, where challenges remain, and where targeted actions can have the greatest impact.

The data highlights clear commercial drivers behind this optimism. Among the firms reporting improved performance this quarter, 36 per cent pointed to rising revenues, stronger sales velocities, and enhanced operational profitability that consistently outpaced internal forecasts. Meanwhile, 32 per cent credited their brighter outlook to expanding order books and major new contract wins, while 24 per cent reported a noticeable strengthening in domestic consumer demand. This balanced growth across manufacturing, tourism, real estate, and export-oriented sectors shows that Vietnam’s economic engine is accelerating on multiple cylinders.

“These BCI results mirror the broader macroeconomic landscape as Vietnam solidifies its position as one of Asia’s growth champions,” chairman Jaspaert explained. “In the first half of 2026 alone, the national GDP expanded by an impressive 8.18 per cent. When you pair that breakneck growth with Vietnam’s rise to 27th in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking and its upcoming FTSE Russell upgrade to a secondary emerging market this September, the narrative is crystal clear. What makes Vietnam truly stand out in a fiercely competitive regional landscape is a government that does not just talk about growth, but formalises it into national resolutions and actively executes structural reforms to pursue it.”

Throughout 2026, the government has accelerated institutional reforms, administrative restructuring and investment policies aimed at attracting higher-quality foreign direct investment. Chief among these is the recent rollout of Resolution 10, which shifts the country’s foreign investment criteria away from cheap labour and raw volume towards high-tech innovation, technology and sustainable growth.

EuroCham has remained an active partner throughout this legislative evolution. During the chamber’s flagship Whitebook Dialogue Week in Hanoi in May, the chamber’s leadership engaged directly with Vietnamese government, ministries, the State Bank of Vietnam, and the National Assembly to advance practical solutions across diverse sectors. This continuous public-private feedback loop ensures that the operational insights of European business are woven into the fabric of Vietnam’s next economic chapter.

However, this wave of optimism comes with an operational caveat: strong internal performance cannot offset a burdensome regulatory framework. If Vietnam wants to convert today’s positive sentiment into tomorrow’s megaprojects, it must tackle its administrative bottlenecks head-on.

As a response, the government has introduced several important reforms during 2026 to strengthen Vietnam’s intellectual property framework and intensify enforcement against counterfeiting and trademark infringement. While businesses broadly welcome these measures, many noted that it remains too early to assess their practical impact, highlighting the importance of effective implementation alongside legislative reform.

Taken together, the findings point to a consistent message from the European business community: Vietnam’s economic fundamentals remain highly attractive, but administrative reform now represents the single greatest opportunity to strengthen competitiveness further.

“As our businesses become more sophisticated, they require an equally sophisticated regulatory environment,” said Jaspaert. “Predictable regulations, efficient administration, and uniform enforcement are what keep investment capital secure. The more-than 80 new and amended laws introduced this year alone mark the beginning of an intensive growth era. EuroCham’s role is to serve as the steady bridge connecting on-the-ground business insights with policymakers, ensuring these reforms can be translated into businesses’ confidence to anchor here for the long term.”

Following a report released by An Binh Securities on July 5, Nguyen The Minh, head of Investment Banking at the company, noted that consumption was one of the key drivers of economic growth in the first half of the year, with increasingly clear signs of recovery.

“Total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue rose nearly 13 per cent on-year in the first six months. Excluding price effects, growth reached 7.3 per cent, up from 6.1 per cent in the first five months, indicating a genuine recovery in household consumption,” said Minh.

A representative of FPT Digital Retail JSC said the company’s first-half business performance exceeded internal targets across both retail chains.

Along with this, the Long Chau drugstore chain continued to serve as the primary growth engine, contributing approximately 70 per cent of consolidated revenue, while FPT Shop maintained its recovery trend and improved operating efficiency.

Digiworld Corporation reported June revenue of approximately $131.6 million, up 52 per cent on-year and marking the company’s highest monthly revenue since its establishment.

The company’s revenue reached approximately $646.0 million in the first six months, up 44 per cent and fulfilling 51 per cent of its 2026 full-year revenue target of $1.26 billion.

The strong performance was driven by nearly all core business segments.

Laptop and tablet sales increased 52 per cent thanks to improved selling prices and expanded market share. Office equipment revenue rose 51 per cent, supported by demand for IT infrastructure, AI, and data centre investments.

Home appliances recorded 50 per cent growth, benefiting from hot weather and demand stimulated by the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The mobile phone segment rebounded strongly, with June revenue surging 113 per cent, primarily driven by newly launched Xiaomi models.

Mobile World Investment Corporation has yet to announce its first-half results. However, during the first five months of 2026, revenue reached $3.17 billion, up 29.3 per cent on-year and completing 43 per cent of its annual revenue target of $7.40 billion.

Dien May Xanh, the group’s consumer electronics and home appliances chain, remained the largest revenue contributor, accounting for 46.3 per cent of total sales, followed by Bach Hoa Xanh, its grocery retail chain, with 29.2 per cent, The Gioi Di Dong, its mobile phone and consumer electronics chain, with 22.5 per cent, and other businesses with 2 per cent.

MB Securities (MBS) forecasts Mobile World’s second-quarter net profit at $88.2 million, up 34 per cent, supported by the recovery of The Gioi Di Dong and Dien May Xanh, together with the continued expansion of Bach Hoa Xanh.

For Masan Group Corporation, SSI Research expects the company’s growth outlook to be supported by two key growth drivers: retail and mining.

MBS projects Masan’s second-quarter profit at $54 million, up 31 per cent, mainly thanks to higher tungsten prices, which improved margins in the mining segment, alongside double-digit growth in the consumer goods business.

For Vinamilk, second-quarter net profit is forecast at $102 million, up 3 per cent. Domestic revenue is expected to continue improving, driven by nutritional products, while exports remain strong despite persistently high logistics costs.

The solid first-half business performance has prompted many research institutions to raise earnings expectations for the retail sector for the full year.

Securities firms forecast continued earnings growth for many retailers in 2026.

According to MBS, Mobile World’s net profit could reach $379.6 million, up 35 per cent; Masan’s could total $218.8 million, up 33 per cent; Digiworld’s is projected at $28.9 million, up 32 per cent; while Vinamilk’s could reach $402.3 million, up 7 per cent.

Digiworld said that entering the third quarter of 2026, expanding cooperation with more major brands is expected to continue generating growth momentum, helping the company achieve its business targets for the year.

A representative of FPT Retail said, “The positive results achieved in the first six months provide an important foundation for our confidence in completing the full-year plan. We remain committed to pursuing growth while improving operational efficiency, focusing on three strategic pillars: expanding the healthcare ecosystem, optimising operations across the entire network, and accelerating the application of technology and data.”

VIX Research forecasts that in 2026, FPT Retail could generate revenue of more than $2.45 billion, up 20 per cent from 2025, while net profit could exceed $57.6 million, representing growth of 46 per cent.

For Phu Nhuan Jewelry, SSI has revised down its 2026 net profit forecast from $142.8 million to $133.3 million, lowering its projected earnings growth rate from 26 per cent to 18 per cent.

On the stock market, retail shares have generally undergone a correction over the past week. Phu Nhuan Jewelry has fallen more than 17 per cent, FPT Digital Retail has declined 4.67 per cent, Digiworld has slipped 1.62 per cent, and Mobile World has eased 1.5 per cent.

According to Mirae Asset, Digiworld, Phu Nhuan Jewelry, and particularly Masan Group are all trading at historically attractive valuations, with both their price-to-earnings (P/E) and price-to-book (P/B) ratios approaching or falling below the lower end of their multi-year trading ranges.

MWG stands out as an exception, with its P/E ratio remaining in the low range while its P/B ratio is still around the historical median.

Nevertheless, improving household income is viewed as the key foundation for continued growth in domestic consumer spending, thereby sustaining the retail sector’s role as a major driver of economic growth in the forthcoming period.

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Same-store sales drive Dien May Xanh’s first-half revenue Dien May Xanh Investment JSC (DMX) reported first-half consolidated revenue of $2.61 billion, up 31 per cent on-year, driven by strong air conditioning seasonal demand and broad-based same-store sales growth across its retail network.