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Day: January 29, 2024
VN-Index closes up, foreign traders net-sell US$5.66 million, January 29
Vietnam’s key stock index has closed up .02 points to finish the first day of the trading week at 1,175.69 points. Foreign traders, however, have returned to net-selling, offloading US$5.66 million worth of stocks. Trading history, foreign investors, last five trading days Buy Sell Change Date VND* US$ VND* US$
Vietnam’s Toy Industry: Overview 2025
Vietnam’s toy export industry has demonstrated remarkable growth and resilience, positioning the country as a key player in the global market. With strategic investments and a focus on quality, Vietnam is well-placed to further expand its share in the international toy industry.
US$8 million of investment waiting for clarity on renewables in Vietnam
U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Growth and the Environment, Jose Fernandez, has told a press briefing in Hanoi that US firms could invest as much as US$8 billion, but that this hinges on clarity on renewable energy development in the country, Reuters is reporting. This was after meeting with Vietnam’s Prime
Vietnam electricity prices likely to rise, higher production costs
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has suggested electricity prices should rise in May in line with rising production costs, VN Express is reporting. In Vietnam, retail electricity prices are set by the government. The state power provider, EVN, can increase prices up to 3 percent. A price hike
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