Vietnam is eyeing to attract major investments for its next growth cycle but shifting global capital flows are creating both opportunities and risks for the country and its businesses. As policymakers are under growing pressure to channel capital into the economy, businesses are also under strain to boost resilience and improve competitiveness amid evolving global and domestic investment dynamics. Experts voiced these concerns during the panel discussion “Capital Flows In New Era: Opportunities for Vietnam” held as part of the Finance-Real Estate Forum 2025 on May 8. Organized by the Saigon Times Group, the forum centered on the theme “Laying A Foundation For New Growth Cycle.”  Businesses forced to adapt as investment patterns shift The macroeconomic outlook has changed since the U.S. announced reciprocal tariffs on imports from trade partners worldwide and later a 90-day pause. The impact remains uncertain pending outcomes of trade negotiations. Each potential scenario could pose distinct challenges for the economy. Nguyen Xuan Thanh, senior lecturer at the Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, Fulbright University Vietnam, said the best-case outcome would be a 10-15% reciprocal tariff, allowing Vietnamese exports to remain competitive and keep foreign investment flows steady. The rate would range from 30% […]