The VN-Index edged up two tenths of a percent on Wednesday, marking its eighth straight positive session as investors bought shares on expectations for strong Q1 2021 earnings results. VIC (+0.5%) was the leading contributing gainer for the second day in a row. Among other Vingroup tickers, VRE (+1.1%) climbed to a five-week high while VHM (-1.2%) was the top contributor among decliners. VNM (-1.4%) fell for the third consecutive day. On the other hand, fellow food & beverage manufacturing