Vietnam Insight

On Monday, during regular trading, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both posted gains, rising 0.39% and 0.6%, respectively, as they rebounded from recent declines. However, the Dow slipped 0.13%, marking its fourth loss in five sessions. The overall market sentiment was supported by optimism surrounding potential future rate cuts and expectations of a more business-friendly administration.

VNINDEX closed at 1,217.12 (-1.45 points, -0.12%) with liquidity around the 20-session average. The market had 184 green codes and 181 red codes. The group of stocks contributing to the market's increase included VHM CTG and TPB while VCB MWG and BID contributed to the market's decrease. Cash flow was differentiated between industry groups and lacked a leading growth group. Foreign investors net sold more than VND1,474 billion, mainly concentrated in SSI, VHM and MWG.

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