The ambitions were highlighted during a recent visit by Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), where she was welcomed by NYSE President Lynn Martin.
Speaking at the NYSE, Dr. Thao emphasised Vietjet’s dual strategy of expanding its international flight network and seeking access to global capital markets.
While highlighting the growth of Vietnam’s stock market, she noted the potential for a future listing on the NYSE for Vietjet and for HDBank, where she serves as standing vice chairwoman.
“We will soon fly to the U.S. and we are also very excited to explore opportunities to raise capital in New York – the world’s largest stock exchange.” Dr. Thao (pictured above) said.
“This is not only the aspiration of Vietjet and HDBank but also the dream of many Vietnamese enterprises seeking global integration.”
The visit followed a major milestone in Seattle, where Dr Thao celebrated the airline’s first Boeing 737-8 under a historic 200-aircraft deal valued at $US32 billion – the largest aviation contract between Vietnam and the United States.
The NYSE hosts around 2,400 listed companies with a combined market capitalisation of nearly $US29 trillion, according to its website.
Exchange President Lynn reaffirmed the NYSE’s commitment to supporting Vietnamese enterprises looking to enter the U.S. market.
Vietjet and HDBank are both key constituents of Vietnam’s VN30 Index, representing the country’s top publicly traded companies that deliver strong returns for domestic and international investors.
A dual listing on the NYSE, Dr. Thao said, would mark a significant step in their global expansion and bolster Vietnam’s profile in international finance.
During the visit, Dr. Thao also joined the NYSE’s symbolic closing bell ceremony, adding a memorable touch to a day that underscored Vietjet’s rising ambitions in both aviation and finance.
Main image: New York Stock Exchange President Lynn Martin (centre left), Vietjet Chair Dr Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao (centre) and Vietjet CEO Dinh Viet Phuong (centre right) at the NYSE.
