With nearly 49,000 businesses entering the market, Vietnam's economy promises to flourish in 2026.

Nearly 49,000 new businesses were established or resumed operations in January 2026, indicating a positive start to the year for the economy.

According to data from the General Statistics Office ( Ministry of Finance ), in January 2026, nearly 49,000 new businesses were established or resumed operations nationwide, an increase of 45.6% compared to the same period last year.

At the regular government meeting in January on the afternoon of February 4th, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh also emphasized: From the very beginning of 2026, thanks to the decisive involvement of the entire political system, the people, and the business community, the socio-economic situation in January continued its positive trend, achieving important results in many areas.

Key highlights include fundamental macroeconomic stability, controlled inflation, boosted growth, and the maintenance of major economic balances. Cultural and social sectors are prioritized; people's living standards continue to improve; preparations are underway to ensure everyone can celebrate the Lunar New Year with the spirit of ensuring no one is left without a celebration; political and social stability is maintained; national defense and security are upheld and strengthened; and foreign relations are promoted.

Nearly 49,000 new businesses were established or resumed operations in January 2026. (Illustrative image: VnEconomy)

Meanwhile, analysts say these figures are truly impressive, especially in the context of a volatile global economy. This will also serve as an important foundation and driving force for growth targets in the coming months of the year.

Dr. Nguyen Minh Phong commented that the impressive foundation for 2025 and the figures on businesses entering the market in January demonstrate the strong determination of the entire political system in achieving double-digit growth targets.

"I believe that macroeconomic stability will continue in 2026, major balances will be ensured, business and public confidence will be strengthened, and Vietnam will have the conditions to achieve breakthrough growth," Dr. Nguyen Minh Phong optimistically stated.

Sharing the same view, Dr. Can Van Luc and the team of authors from the BIDV Economic Research Institute also forecast that Vietnam's economy in 2026 could grow by 9-9.5% in the baseline scenario and about 10% in the optimistic scenario, approaching the breakthrough trajectory of East Asian economies in the period of overcoming the middle-income trap.

Meanwhile, inflation remains under control thanks to the cooling trend in prices, global inflation, guaranteed domestic supply of essential goods and services, stable exchange rates and basic interest rates, and increasingly effective policy coordination.

What needs to be done to achieve growth targets?

To achieve the targeted economic growth, the group of experts proposed several solutions.

First, the entire political system needs to effectively implement the Resolution of the 14th National Congress, strategic decisions, and laws, resolutions, and guidelines that have been issued; and substantially improve the investment and business environment.

Ensure the smooth operation of the two-tiered local government model, promptly resolve obstacles, and enhance the effectiveness of law enforcement; definitively address outstanding projects and thoroughly overcome wastefulness, especially regarding stalled projects and assets.

The target of 10% or more growth during the 2026-2030 period, along with macroeconomic stability, is very challenging, but it is also a crucial prerequisite for achieving the set goals. Therefore, it is necessary to revitalize traditional growth drivers and effectively utilize new ones.

With traditional driving forces, it is necessary to maintain the export front, stimulate domestic investment and consumption, in which substantive improvement of the investment and business environment and increased confidence are key.

With new driving forces, it is necessary to quickly establish a new growth model. Accordingly, it is necessary to accelerate economic institutional reforms, effectively implement strategic policies; promote the application of science and technology, digital transformation, green transformation, and energy transformation; develop strategic industries, cultural industries, tourism and entertainment...; develop new markets and opportunities such as international financial centers, free trade zones, carbon markets, cryptocurrencies, commodity trading...

At the same time, it creates favorable conditions for economic powerhouses such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Can Tho, Hue City, Quang Ninh, Bac Ninh, Dong Nai… to accelerate their development.

Thirdly, we must steadfastly maintain macroeconomic stability, with fiscal policy as the primary driver and monetary policy as a supplement, working in harmonious coordination to promote growth and control inflation. This includes ensuring the supply of essential goods, flexibly managing interest rates and exchange rates, stabilizing the gold market, sanitizing the real estate market, controlling housing prices, and mitigating the interconnected risks between the financial, monetary, and real estate markets.

Fourth, accelerate economic restructuring, focusing on improving the quality of growth. Expedite the resolution of outstanding and stalled projects to free up resources, combat waste, and increase investment efficiency.

Develop a national green transformation plan; a plan to enhance the resilience and strategic autonomy of the economy and businesses, especially in strategic industries and supporting industries.

PHAM DUY

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