Nearly 20 years alongside Vietnam’s stock market have also been nearly 20 years of watching the market change, technology change, and new generations of investors emerge.
Yet one thing has become ever clearer to us:
Investing is a deeply personal journey.
Everyone comes to the market with a different goal. Some begin to build their first savings. Some want to prepare for their family’s bigger plans. Others seek growth for wealth they have built over many years.
AAS believes there should be no one-size-fits-all investment formula. That is also why AAS has chosen to embark on a new journey.
From a securities company focused on trading, we are steadily building AAS into an investment advisory platform that combines digital and in-person advisory – where technology, data, expertise and a deep understanding of people come together to accompany every client from disciplined trading to sustainable wealth building.
We do not wish to make decisions on behalf of investors.
What AAS wants to do is help you understand your choices, give you the tools to make decisions, and be a trusted companion through the different phases of the market.
Because in the end, it is your assets, your goals and your own journey.
AAS walks alongside you so you can own that journey.
Nearly 20 years of building the foundation for a new journey
Smart Invest Securities Joint Stock Company (AAS), formerly Gia Anh Securities Joint Stock Company, was established on December 26, 2006.
Starting with an initial charter capital of VND 22 billion, AAS has steadily expanded its operations and developed its financial strength, technology, products and professional team to become one of the longest-standing companies in Vietnam’s stock market.
AAS is moving into a new stage of development: building an investment ecosystem that places each client’s journey at its centre.
26/12/2006Established, formerly Gia Anh Securities JSC
VND 2,300 billionCurrent charter capital
Nearly 20 yearsAlongside Vietnam’s stock market
AAS aspires to be the Navigator on the journey of building and growing wealth sustainably.
It is not just a story about trading. It is a journey from the very first investment decisions, to building discipline, shaping a strategy and allocating resources, through to accumulating and growing wealth step by step over the long term.
01The first investment decisions
02Building discipline
03Shaping a strategy
04Allocating resources
05Accumulating and growing wealth over the long term
AAS Positioning
From disciplined trading to sustainable wealth building
AAS is positioned as:
A leading investment advisory platform combining digital and in-person advisory, accompanying you from disciplined trading to sustainable wealth building.
In a market always full of volatility, information and short-term emotions, AAS chooses a different approach.
Instead of applying one formula to every investor, AAS seeks to understand each client’s goals, risk appetite, resources and investment style.
Goals
Risk appetite
Resources
Investment style
From there, technology, data, advisory expertise and investment solutions are connected to help investors build a journey that truly fits them.
The ultimate goal is not for investors to chase every market move, but to become ever more in control of their decisions and their assets.
Mission
To help define a new standard of investing for Vietnamese people – one where wealth grows methodically, sustainably and in line with each investor’s own journey.
AAS believes investing is not merely about seeking profit at any given moment.
A sustainable investment journey must be built on knowledge, discipline, a suitable strategy and the ability to make well-founded decisions.
Vision
To become the leading investment advisory platform combining digital and in-person advisory for a new generation of investors – those who pursue sustainable, methodical wealth building and want to take charge of every stage of their investment journey.
To realise this vision, AAS is building its capabilities on three pillars:
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Expertise
– an advisory system and investment solutions grounded in deep market knowledge.
02
Technology & data
– enhancing analysis, personalisation and support for investors throughout their decision-making.
03
People
– a team that walks alongside clients, connecting technological capability with a genuine understanding of each investor’s unique needs.
Brand values
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It starts with you
Every investment journey is different.
AAS takes a deep understanding of each investor, and what truly suits them, as the starting point – rather than applying a single formula.
02
Knowledgeable & Thorough
Every decision and every recommendation should be built on knowledge, experience and careful consideration.
AAS strives to bring clarity to a market that is always crowded with information and volatility.
03
Empowering ownership
AAS does not decide the journey on behalf of investors.
We aim to provide the clarity, direction, tools and solutions each investor needs to make their own choices and build wealth in a way that suits them.
04
Committed companionship
Investing and building wealth is a long journey.
AAS aims to be a partner that stays with investors through many stages – from their first trades and building investment discipline to growing their wealth step by step over the long term.
05
Responsible & Sustainable
Trust is not built on a single decision or a single moment.
AAS pursues a long-term vision, upholding responsibility, transparency and sustainable benefits in its relationships with clients, partners, employees and the community.
The Navigator
AAS has chosen the brand archetype of “The Navigator”.
It combines the knowledge to guide with the openness to help each person find the path that is right for them.
AAS does not want to tell investors that there is only one right path.
We want to help each person see their goals clearly - understand their choices - have the tools to move forward on their own journey.
Because in the end, the assets are yours.
The goals are yours.
And the journey must be yours, too.
AAS walks alongside you so you can own that journey.
The NavigatorGuiding every journey
Our history
2006
Formerly known as Gia Anh Securities Joint Stock Company, Smart Invest Securities Joint Stock Company (AAS) was established on December 26, 2006, with an initial charter capital of 22 billion VND
2015
Officially renamed Smart Invest Securities Joint Stock Company (AAS) and increased the charter capital to 310 billion VND.
Licensed to operate in three core business lines: 1. Securities Brokerage. 2. Securities Dealing. 3. Securities Investment and Advisory
2017
Licensed by the State Securities Commission for the following services:
Securities Brokerage
Proprietary Trading
Securities Investment Advisory
Securities Underwriting
2020
Officially listed 31 million shares on the UPCOM market under the ticker symbol AAS
Achieved revenue of 400 billion VND, ranking among the top 3 companies with the highest revenue growth in the securities industry for the year
2021
Relocated the head office to the AAS Tower at 222 Nguyen Luong Bang
Established a branch office in Ho Chi Minh City
Increased the charter capital to 800 billion VND
Ranked among the Top 5 securities companies with the highest bond trading value
Honored at the ASEAN Business Awards (ABA) 2021 in the “Outstanding Woman Entrepreneur” category
2022
Expanded representative offices in Thai Nguyen and Nam Dinh
Received awards including: Top 10 Leading Brands of Vietnam, HR Asia Award, Asia Pacific Enterprise Award (APEA), and a ranking in the Profit500
2023
Officially increased charter capital to 2,300 billion VND
Completed the transition to a new core platform
A solid foundation for a new journey
After nearly two decades of building capabilities in the financial and securities market, AAS is entering a new stage of development.
Building on the financial strength, technology, people and market experience it has accumulated, AAS continues to refine its product ecosystem and advisory capabilities, moving closer to its goal of becoming a platform that accompanies investors throughout their entire investment and wealth-building journey.
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Awards & Achievements
Milestones along our journey
Every award and recognition marks a milestone in AAS’s journey of continuously strengthening its organisational capability, human resources and operational quality.
It is also the foundation for AAS to enter a new stage of development with an even longer-term commitment to clients and the market.
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ASEAN Business Awards 2021 (ABA)
The ASEAN Business Awards (ABA) is a prestigious award guided by the principle of "Spreading the Value of Dedication," honoring outstanding enterprises that have maintained stability in their business operations. These values were especially commendable for the community as the world confronted the Covid-19 pandemic. The enterprises and entrepreneurs who receive the ABA award are all leading regional businesses operating across various sectors.
Ms. Ngo Thi Thuy Linh, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors at AAS, was honored in the Outstanding Woman Entrepreneur category. She proudly shared: "This is the first year AAS has participated, and we are incredibly proud to have made our own distinctive mark. Being named in this award serves as a motivation for AAS to further affirm our value through upcoming projects and campaigns, striving to contribute to Vietnam's economy and grow alongside businesses in the region."
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HR Asia Award (HRAA)
The HR Asia Award is a prestigious annual international award in the Asian region that assesses the working environments of hundreds of large-scale and high-growth companies. The award is held annually in many parts of Asia, including Singapore, China, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
In 2022, 46,270 employees from 622 businesses in Vietnam participated in a survey evaluating employee engagement with their work environment. The Total Engagement Assessment Model (T.E.A.M.), currently Asia's largest employee survey, revealed that businesses are making significant strides in promoting diverse and inclusive corporate cultures, creating equal opportunities for all employees at every level.
At AAS, every employee is a valuable piece of our shared success. The HR Asia Award 2022 is a testament to our dedication to creating a workspace where creativity and culture inspire pride. We don't just build a team; we nurture unique talents. This milestone marks a proud step forward in our journey of human development.
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Top 10 ASEAN Leading Brands 2023
In a hyper-connected world, the Asia-Pacific region continues to be a leading center of dynamic development. Possessing a strategically important economic and geopolitical position, it serves as a driver of global economic growth and integration and is a vital political center of the world.
The "Top 10 ASEAN Leading Brands 2023" award aims to recognize the contributions of businesses and honor Vietnamese brands with a regional Asia-Pacific reach that have made positive contributions to the national economy. Simultaneously, it seeks to promote the brands, products, and services of these enterprises to both domestic and international consumers.
AAS has demonstrated excellent performance by investing in the upgrade of its technology product platform to overhaul its core software. Additionally, the company successfully increased its charter capital from 800 billion VND to 2,000 billion VND through the successful issuance of 120 million shares, further affirming the position of AAS in the domestic and regional markets.
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Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA)
Initiated in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA), presented by Enterprise Asia, honor outstanding enterprises in the region that demonstrate continuous innovation, remarkable business performance and results, sustainable development, and social responsibility. The selection is based on stringent criteria and independent corporate assessments and surveys.
The 2022 APEA awards were presented to enterprises and entrepreneurs in Vietnam based on their outstanding business achievements in overcoming the challenges following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
By receiving the "Fast Enterprise Award," AAS once again affirms its position within the Vietnamese business community, recognized for its achievements in revenue, profit, and scale, as well as its positive contributions to the community and society. In 2022, despite facing numerous challenges, AAS maintained a stable and secure growth rate, implementing new business models and a diverse system of products and services to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.
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Top 10 Leading Brands of Vietnam 2022
The "Vietnam Leading Brands 2022" award is organized by the Vietnam Union of Science and Enterprise Development in coordination with the Institute for Asian Economic Research and the Institute for Competitiveness Survey and Assessment. This is a significant initiative designed to promote a deeper awareness of corporate responsibility towards consumers, the community, and society. Concurrently, it aims to encourage and honor sustainable Vietnamese brands, thereby strengthening consumer confidence and affirming the value of Vietnamese brands nationwide.
Receiving this award is a testament to the success of AAS Securities in the domestic and international financial markets. This honor is the culmination of dedicated efforts by our Board of Directors and entire staff, which have been recognized by the market and investors. Furthermore, it highlights the outstanding reputation of AAS in the financial market, demonstrating the company's formidable strength in human resources, financial capabilities, and its extensive network of partners.
Social responsibility
Sustainable growth is not measured only by the financial value it creates.
AAS believes that a business built for the long term must also create positive value for the community.
From charity programmes, education and humanitarian blood donation to activities for children and communities, AAS continues to uphold social responsibility as part of its journey of sustainable development.
We believe every employee at AAS is an important piece that creates the value of our organisation.
AAS strives to create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to realise their potential, have their contributions recognised, and grow together in an open, professional and highly collaborative organisation.
