Shares reversed course to end lower on Tuesday, pressured by the selling force hitting a series of large-cap stock groups at the final minutes of the trading session.

The decline in deposit interest rates has prompted investors to explore alternative investment channels offering higher profits, as the stock market shows signs of recovery and specific segments of real estate prosper.

Vietnam's stock market is setting its sights on a promotion from a 'frontier' to an 'emerging' status, launching a strategic dialogue with rating organisations in Hong Kong at the end of August. This marks a key milestone on its economic roadmap, which requires the concerted effort of multiple government departments.