{"id":23662,"date":"2026-01-21T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T01:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hva.group\/?p=23662"},"modified":"2026-01-21T08:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T01:30:00","slug":"stock-market-news-update-january-21-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hva.group\/en\/stock-market-news-update-january-21-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Stock market news update, January 21, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The stock market bulletin records notable developments, providing investors with multi-dimensional information about trends and growth potential. Below is a summary of some of the highlights and analysis of the market situation in the form of a bulletin.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Foreign investors recorded a record net selling streak of 27 sessions, while liquidity recovered.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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There was no change in foreign investor activity this afternoon; in fact, selling pressure continued to intensify. The HoSE witnessed a net outflow of nearly 1,754 billion VND, the highest in the last 27 sessions. The positive point is that domestic capital remains strong, absorbing this outflow and boosting trading volume to 251 TP3T.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Analysis: Maintaining high liquidity despite selling pressure may indicate that domestic capital flows remain dominant in the short term. However, prolonged net selling by foreign investors is putting some pressure on the sentiment of individual investors. Investors should monitor smart money flows and stocks with strong fundamentals to take advantage of reversal opportunities in the coming sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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A series of blue-chip stocks continued to block the VN-Index at its peak of 1900, with foreign investors selling net.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Four out of five of the largest capitalized stocks on the VN-Index reversed course and declined, causing the index to fail to break its 1900-point peak. Despite this, capital continued to flow into mid-cap and small-cap stocks, creating a certain degree of differentiation.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Assessment: The clear divergence indicates that although the index has not yet broken through a key psychological resistance level, opportunities remain open for investors with a selective stock-picking strategy. In the short term, consider increasing holdings in stocks with strong fundamentals and less affected by market trends. In the long term, be patient with blue-chip stocks if attractive accumulation zones are identified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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ETFs investing in Vietnam continue to attract capital.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Capital inflows through ETFs investing in the Vietnamese stock market recorded a net inflow of over VND 203 billion, reflecting the growing interest from foreign investors in domestic stocks.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Analysis: The continued inflow of capital into ETFs indicates that foreign investors highly value Vietnam's growth potential. This presents an opportunity for individual investors to capitalize on trends, as foreign investors often anticipate market movements. In the short term, they can take advantage of short-term trading opportunities in ETF portfolios; in the long term, they should focus on stocks with sound financial structures and attractive valuations. Careful capital allocation is crucial to mitigate risks from macroeconomic fluctuations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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With the project collapsing, will the money circulate?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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The underlying market showed deeper divergence as the number of declining stocks outnumbered the rising ones, and blue-chip stocks were pressured down. Many stocks lost their reference price during the session, leading to a somewhat negative sentiment.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Signal: Negative<\/li>\n
Impact on: VNI, VCB, CTG, BID, GAS, MSN, VIC, VHM<\/li>\n
Assessment: Localized profit-taking suggests that correction pressure may continue in the short term, especially in leading stocks that drive the index. Investors should consider reducing their holdings in blue-chip stocks and shifting to sectors with more sustainable upward momentum. In the long term, monitoring recovery signals and volume is necessary to reassess the sustainable upward trend.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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The backlog of listed construction companies is projected to grow by 24% in 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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MBS forecasts that the backlog of listed construction companies is expected to grow by 24% year-on-year in 2026, primarily due to companies with stable construction capacity and improved disbursement of public investment capital.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Signal: Positive<\/li>\n
Impact on: MBS, CTD, VCG, HHV, NVL<\/li>\n
Assessment: The growth outlook for the backlog suggests the construction sector is entering a strong recovery cycle. This is an attractive signal for long-term investors, who may consider gradually accumulating construction stocks at favorable price levels. In the short term, it is still necessary to monitor the progress and cash flow pressure at each company to develop a flexible strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Demand for "safe havens" has driven gold prices close to $4,700 per ounce.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Concerns over the escalating Greenland crisis have fueled a surge in demand for safe-haven investments, driving world gold prices to an all-time high of nearly $4,700 per ounce.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Signal: Neutral<\/li>\n
Impact on: SPDR<\/li>\n
Analysis: The sharp rise in gold reflects global geopolitical concerns, potentially triggering defensive sentiment even in the stock market. In the short term, the potential shift of capital towards safe-haven assets could put pressure on sensitive sectors such as finance and banking. A defensive strategy with a high proportion of cash and defensive stocks is necessary at this time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Why are Bitcoin futures falling while gold prices are soaring?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Bitcoin is trending like a tech asset, therefore it is heavily impacted by negative sentiment and strong profit-taking, causing the price to fall below $93,000, while gold benefits from its safe-haven role.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Signal: Negative<\/li>\n
Impact on: ING, BTSE<\/li>\n
Analysis: The trend of divergence between digital assets and precious metals indicates increasing risk when investing in cryptocurrencies due to a lack of intrinsic value. Investors should exercise caution and avoid leverage during periods of high volatility. Sensible asset allocation and consideration of macroeconomic risk mitigation are wise in the current environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Despite the sluggish economy, Chinese tech stocks continue to surge.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Nearly a year after DeepSeek shook the global market, China enters 2026 with a series of new technological advancements, providing growth momentum for technology stocks, despite an unstable economy.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Signal: Neutral<\/li>\n
Impact on: TECH, LAN<\/li>\n
Assessment: The recovery of technology stocks in a slow-growth environment demonstrates the attractiveness of innovative capabilities. However, macroeconomic factors remain a major risk with the potential for unexpected corrections. Interested investors should closely monitor government support policies and choose stocks capable of generating stable cash flow to mitigate risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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