Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026
Expected Syndication
The bank is expected to finalize the lender consortium and close the financing deal.
ESG Loan Search
Reports emerge that VPBank is seeking a $1.2 billion sustainability-linked loan facility.
SMBC Strategic Investment
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp acquires a 15% stake in VPBank for $1.5 billion.
Vietnam Prosperity JSC Bank (VPBank) is seeking a $1.2 billion sustainability-linked loan, marking one of the largest ESG-focused financings in Vietnam's history. The move underscores a growing trend of Vietnamese financial institutions leveraging international green capital to bolster their balance sheets.
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