Chinese consumers can be a big growth driver in Asian markets

Vietnam is the darling of frontier markets. It is big enough to attract investors and has enough infrastructure in place to drive an already impressive market performance - although hurdles remain.

Current efforts toward integrated stock exchanges in the Southeast Asian region, alongside similar programs in other parts of Asia, are expected to further boost Vietnam's liquidity.

In August, Vietnam's stock markets outperformed those of other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations after three straight months of growth. By Sept 12, the Ho Chi Minh Index was trading at 632, up more than 115 points in four months.