The VN-Index rose for a sixth day in seven on Tuesday, closing up three tenths of a percent. Trading value on HOSE soared to USD235mn. VHM (+6.1%) was the top contributor to the day’s gain, hitting its highest level since August. VHM parent VIC (+2.0%) reached a fresh record high and has jumped 17% over the last seven sessions. Most banks fell, led by VCB (-1.7%), BID (-1.8%), CTG (-1.9%) and VPB (-1.4%).