After building brand recognition and educating the market on digital investments in the years leading up to their 2020 inflection point, Finhay set its sights on a bigger goal: becoming Vietnam's first fintech to secure a stock brokerage license.

In this final episode of our three-part series with VNSC by Finhay CEO and founder Huy Nghiem, we explore how Finhay acquired VNSC, a securities brokerage, and transformed from a wealthtech startup into a comprehensive digital investment institution.

The acquisition process wasn't without challenges - from competing with cash-rich real estate companies to an 18-month restructuring period involving system integration, compliance work, and regulatory discussions. But the result has positioned Finhay to offer all-in-one investment options to Vietnam's young investors.

Catch up to Part 1 and Part 2

Timestamps

(00:00) Why Finhay is not just your ordinary fintech anymore;

(00:22) Why Finhay needed to acquire its own license;

(01:04) The acquisition journey;

(02:50) The post-acquisition journey;

(04:53) Impact of the acquisition and the future of VNSC by Finhay;

About Huy

Huy Nghiem is the founder and CEO of Finhay. Prior to Finhay, Huy built his expertise and experience in the financial markets as a financial advisor at AMP in Australia. He also co-founded and led tech companies and business initiatives during his time in Australia. He graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Marketing.

About VNSC by Finhay

VNSC by Finhay is Vietnam's largest digital investment and wealth management platform. The company partners with financial institutions to offer investment products for underserved mass retail investors in Vietnam, from millennials to families in rural areas. Since its founding in 2017 by serial entrepreneur Huy Nghiem, Finhay has helped create millions of financial accounts for Vietnamese to save and grow their wealth.

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