On Thursday, the VN-Index increased for the second straight day as it climbed 1%. This was the index’s biggest daily gain in three weeks. Throughout Asia, most other markets rose despite China fixing the yuan at its weakest level since 2008. Vingroup tickers dominated the day with VIC (+3.4%) and VHM (+1.8%) as the top two contributors to the gain. Additionally, VRE (+2.3%) broke a streak of four consecutive negative sessions. HPG (+5.4%), BVH (+5.8%) and REE (+6.6%) all surged.