21/10/2026
Vietnam’s stock market has moved from Frontier to Secondary Emerging status in the FTSE Russell country classification, following eight years of market and infrastructure reforms. Effective from 21 September 2026, the upgrade makes Vietnam the 49th economy in the FTSE All-World Index series, opening the market to greater exposure from global emerging market funds.
The reclassification creates new opportunities for foreign investment, but attracting sustained capital will depend on more than index inclusion. Vietnamese businesses will need to strengthen financial transparency, corporate governance, ESG reporting and risk management to meet institutional investors’ expectations. This article examines the expected capital inflows, ongoing market reforms and the steps businesses can take to improve their readiness for long-term investment. Read the full article here: https://vietnam.acclime.com/news-insights/ftse-upgrade-what-it-means-capital-inflows/