Thought Leadership
Our publications to help business leaders across various sectors to develop a deeper understanding of the local and global economy.

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Real Estate + Real Innovation 

The real estate industry is moving more and more into the public eye due to increasing socio-political and regulatory tasks. The tasks range from the creation of affordable living space in the housing industry and the need to adapt development models on the commercial property market to the new workplace models.

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2022 Global Family Business Report by STEP Project Global Consortium and KPMG Private Enterprise

With insight from nearly 70 Finance Leaders and C-Levels from a wide sample of businesses, KPMG’s 2021 CFO Survey defines where Finance in firms in Vietnam currently stands, its opportunities, threats, expectations and the direction of its growth. Our findings converge, indicating ample development potential for businesses in Vietnam as a whole and their Finance in particular

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2021 Vietnam CFO Survey Report

With insight from nearly 70 Finance Leaders and C-Levels from a wide sample of businesses, KPMG’s 2021 CFO Survey defines where Finance in firms in Vietnam currently stands, its opportunities, threats, expectations and the direction of its growth. Our findings converge, indicating ample development potential for businesses in Vietnam as a whole and their Finance in particular

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Vietnam Customer Experience Excellence Report 2021

Having gone through the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens around the globe, including Vietnam, have adopted a new-normal lifestyle. As a result, businesses need to adjust their approach to consumers. Check out our latest report to see how companies have performed during the upheaval and gain insights on the supply chain domain.

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OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework Agreement on BEPS 2.0 -  October 2021 Update

On 8 October 2021 the Inclusive Framework (IF) on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting released details of an agreement which refines the statement of 1 July 2021. In terms of consensus, 136 of the 140 Inclusive Framework countries have agreed to this release.  Learn more about the latest October update of the agreement in this article.

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Quick reversals expected as the  new normal gradually replaces lockdown gloom

As the pandemic situation begins to look up, a sense of revival in business confidence can be observed. There is a strong desire in the government and industrial sector to get businesses back to normal. Warrick Cleine, Chairman and CEO at KPMG in Vietnam, shares his insight on this topic and the changes to expect in this rebound.

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COVID-19: Return to the workplace (VN article)  

With the Government across all levels begin to step up great efforts toward re-opening the country and recover our economy , there are many considerations and processes employers need to evaluate in order to properly establish a dynamic action plan to ensure the health and safety of their workforce.

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The critical factor in successful technology transformations

What is the most important factor to the success of a complex technology transformation programme? Nguyen Thi Tram Anh, IT Advisory Partner at KPMG in Vietnam, shares KPMG's Technology Implementation Methodology and more on what that key factor is.

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KPMG 2021 CEO Outlook 


Optimism is back in the boardroom. It’s been about 18 months since the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic, and the latest edition of our CEO Outlook survey gauges how leadership strategies and concerns have shifted during these demanding times. 

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Real Estate Innovations


Innovation is essential. The need for the Real Estate and Construction industry to embrace innovation in long term business strategies is inevitable. In this report, we provide insights into the current innovative developments in the Real Estate and Construction industry.

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The Future of HR


Digital transformation and the profound impact of COVID-19 have changed how work gets done. This year, we conducted in-depth interviews with 18 HR leaders from across the globe. This article uncovers how some of the world's foremost HR organizations drive value in the face of double disruptions.

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The Spectrum of Major Depressive Disorder Burden in Southeast Asia


Major Depressive Disorder is among the prime cause of disability in Southeast Asia, yet draw an unequally small share of attention. Following months of field research in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson, we release our call-to-action for Southeast Asia policy leaders to gain deeper understanding of the spectrum of MDD.

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The impact of semiconductor chips shortages in Vietnam


The semiconductor chip shortage, a deteriorating supply chain issue affecting businesses all across the world, shows no signs of abating anytime soon. Meir Tlebalde, Associate Director and Head of Real Estate M&A, Deal Advisory explained about the impact for Vietnam.

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From Enforcer to Influencer


The evolving role of cyber security in today’s organizations is to enable them to enjoy the fullest benefits of digital transformation, while managing the many risks. Learn more on shaping tomorrow's security team.

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The Future of Local Government


Local government authorities worldwide today face an important opportunity to revolutionize how they function and how they meet the fast-evolving expectations of their customers in the digital era.

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The Future of Space  


What will the space industry look like in 2030? We asked 30 global leaders within the sector to predict what will happen in the next 10 years. Learn more about the Future of Space in this article.

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OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework Agreement on BEPS 2.0  


On 1 July 2021, in a historic agreement, 130 countries approved a statement providing a framework for reform of the international tax rules. Learn more about the statements covered in the agreement in this article.

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IFRS - Is it the responsibility of only accountants? (VN article)


The difference between VAS and IFRS is expanding and creating numerous conflicts for companies. What are the benefits of IFRS adoption and what is the framework in Vietnam?

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The OnDemand Economy: Are You A Part of It?


The on-demand economy is accelerating the speed of  transformation all over the world. What is it and how have businesses adapted to the emerging market demands? 

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Agile Approach to Data Analytics 


In the recent years, data analysis has taken a key role in business decisions. This article explores the key pain points, effective operating models and considerations in an Agile approach.

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Building Upon The Past


Family businesses are special and unique with the balance between family values and business benefits. How have the heirs applied innovation and trends to modernize and grow their inheritance?

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Digital foundations for increased SME agility


COVID-19 has resulted in a mixed bag for businesses large and small, highlighting the need for agility and resilience. Warrick Cleine, chairman and CEO of KPMG in Vietnam and Cambodia, shared with VIR’s Tom Nguyen the key takeaways for SMEs  

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KPMG 2021 Outlook Pulse Survey


The Pulse Survey asks CEOs from the world's most influential companies to provide their 3-year outlook on the economic and business landscape.

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KPMG: Our Impact Plan


Our Purpose and Values guide us and continue to shape our business, informing our actions and defining the work we do every day.

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Towards Net Zero


This KPMG survey of climate risk and net zero reporting reveals remarkable progress by some of the world’s largest companies in only a few years. 

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UKABC Roundtable on the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement 


The UK-ASEAN(UKABC) Business Council Roundtable on the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement.

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KPMG 2020 CEO Outlook: COVID-19 Special Edition


KPMG interviewed hundreds of CEOs from many of the world’s largest companies, first in January and then again in July and August, to get their perspectives and understand how their priorities have changed.

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KPMG Vietnam and community partners stage laptop donation for school children in need


Under the strategic partnerships with Saigonchildren, Microsoft Vietnam, and Dariu Foundation in Vietnam, KPMG delivered the first round of 50 laptops donated from its staff across offices in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Danang to school students selected by Saigonchildren and Dariu Foundation.

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Foreign investors remain interested in Vietnam's insurance market


The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major impact on almost all economic sectors and insurance industry is not an exception. In this interview by The Hanoi Times, Truong Vinh Phuc, Audit Partner at KPMG in Vietnam shares his insight on this topic.

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Managing tax deductibility of intercompany expenses


Joseph Vu, Partner of Integrated International Tax, and Nguyen Thanh Hoa, Partner of KPMG Law in Vietnam take a closer look and give insights on mitigating risks regarding deductibility of these expenses from a tax and transfer pricing perspective.

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Embracing the world's digital future


Most businesses feel the impact of digital disruption, whether it comes from a change in customer demands, employee needs, new competitors or new technologies. Nguyen Tuan Hong Phuc, Partner of Customer & Operations and Digital Consulting at KPMG in Vietnam, shares his insights about the digital transformation journey for organisations.