coLoan Launches Partnership to Support Gig Economy Workers in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5

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What happened

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coLoan has begun a phased expansion to support gig economy workers in key urban centers of Vietnam, specifically Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. This initial phase focuses on helping women ride-hailing and delivery workers gain access to and own electric vehicles. The partnership brings together financial institutions, including Shinhan Finance, FE Credit, and VietCredit, electric vehicle makers such as VinFast, Selex Motors, and Dat Bike, and mobility platforms including Grab.

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Why it matters

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The initiative establishes a multi-partner financing structure where lenders share credit risk and manufacturers increase vehicle accessibility. This model aims to provide a clear pathway for workers to earn income and build credit toward vehicle ownership. The program is ambitious to scale nationwide and eventually beyond Vietnam.

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Who's involved

Ho Chi Minh CityMajor city in Vietnam, focus of the coLoan expansion
HanoiMajor city in Vietnam, focus of the coLoan expansion
VietnamCountry where the coLoan program is scaling its operations

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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VietnamSpeculative
The nationwide scaling of the gig economy and EV financing model in Vietnam could affect segments of the country's economy.

Coverage

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Oct 5vir.com.vn