Governor Nguyen Thi Hong Ranks Among Global Finance’s Elite A+ Central Bank Leaders

In Global Finance’s latest 2025 Central Bank Governor Rankings, Nguyen Thi Hong, Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam, has been awarded the coveted “A+” rating. She joins Jerome Powell of the U.S. Federal Reserve and Christian Kettel Thomsen of Denmark’s central bank as the only three global leaders to receive the top score this year.

The rankings, issued annually since 1994, evaluate nearly 100 countries across key criteria including inflation control, economic growth, currency stabilization, and interest rate management. They also take into account the independence of the central bank, transparency, strategic policy vision, and effectiveness in fulfilling national responsibilities.

Nguyen Thi Hong previously earned an “A” grade in 2024 and first achieved “A+” status in 2023, reflecting Vietnam’s consistent success in stabilizing prices, steering growth, maintaining currency stability, and managing interest rates.

Vietnam’s central bank has benefited from clear policy directions and strong institutional frameworks. These factors support disciplined economic governance and instill confidence among both domestic and international investors. Inflation remains well contained, consumer purchasing power stays resilient, and the macroeconomic fundamentals are widely viewed as favorable.

With Nguyen Thi Hong’s recognition, Vietnam emerges ever more strongly as a high-potential investment destination. The jurisdiction further stands out for companies and investors seeking vibrant markets with reliable monetary policy and solid economic performance.