The VN-Index started the week on a strong note, jumping 2% on Monday. Large cap stocks had a positive influence on the market as the VN30 Index gained 2.3% with 29 of its 30 components advancing. VCB (+3.1%) was the leading contributor to the day’s gain. Fellow banks BID (+1.5%) and CTG (+2.6%) also increased. Steel manufacturer HPG (+5.5%) soared as its trading volume reached 16.9 million shares. Food and beverage manufacturers VNM (+2.1%) and MSN (+4.2%) both climbed.