M&A in Vietnam still faces many challenges.

In recent years, private equity funds have taken over long-established, large-scale businesses that are market leaders in specific sectors, providing growth capital, technology, management expertise, and expansion capabilities.

This trend is expected to continue as more and more foreign investors recognize the potential opportunities in the Vietnamese market.

The ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) strategy will remain a priority. ESG prioritizes green growth, including energy transition, decarbonization, the circular economy , and social impact…

Mr. Luu Quang Vu – Chairman of M&A Partners, speaks about the M&A market.

ESG also prioritizes increased digitalization across various sectors, and businesses in Vietnam are embracing technology and digitalization, such as AI, Fintech, and other emerging technologies. These businesses are becoming attractive targets for M&A deals.

Mr. Luu Quang Vu – Chairman of M&A Partners – Head of the Vietnam M&A Investment Connection and Promotion Board shared: “ We have also received many ‘orders’ from investors targeting businesses with stable, long-term product investment strategies such as agriculture and food, with the basic foundation of the economy – food production and distribution ."

In addition, according to Mr. Vu, investors also want to finalize deals in sectors where they can take advantage of low valuations, such as real estate (especially industrial real estate), infrastructure construction, logistics, or healthcare businesses.

Furthermore, the M&A trend in the education sector is booming. A series of deals have been announced, such as: Vietravel Tourism Company announcing its ownership of 66% of Kent International College, Hutech Education Development Investment Joint Stock Company acquiring Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance (UEF), and Hung Hau Development Joint Stock Company acquiring Van Hien University…

In 2025, the M&A market in Vietnam will continue to face many challenges due to a more cautious trend in identifying transactions and assets that can deliver strategic value to investors, rather than simply focusing on immediate financial profits. This presents both challenges and opportunities for Vietnamese businesses, investors, and consulting firms involved in the M&A market.

Ngoc Vy

Source: https://vtcnews.vn/ma-viet-nam-van-con-nhieu-thach-thuc-ar903204.html