Still, its close links to Chinese supply chains may induce some sector-specific levies from Trump, MUFG’s Wan said. Given that Vietnam is a big exporter, a softer currency may not be all bad.

weaker Asian currencies of Vietnam’s key trading partners, and the stronger dollar,” said Michael Wan, senior currency analyst at MUFG Bank. “We have not seen any specific tariff changes ...

MUFG Bank Ltd., Japan’s largest bank, has completed the acquisition of an 8-percent stake in Ayala-led Mynt, boosting the valuation of the popular e-wallet brand GCash operator to $5 billion.