December 29, 2024
Vietnam’s textile, leather, and footwear materials exports drop 8.1 percent in November
Indonesia was the largest market, importing US$31.86 million of these materials, representing a modest decrease of 2.79 percent
Norwegian tourist arrivals in Vietnam rise by 66.31 percent in November
Year-to-date, Norwegian arrivals reached 24,545, representing a 34.3 percent growth compared to the same period last year. Norway remains a growing source market for Vietnam within Northern Europe.
Vietnam’s rice exports dip in November
Year-to-date rice exports reached US$5.30 billion, with the Philippines being the top destination, accounting for US$2.47 billion. However, exports to the Philippines saw an 8.38 percent decline compared to October.
Vietnam’s motors and transformers sector faces mixed results in November
Year-on-year, the industry grew marginally by 0.29 percent to November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. For the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth reached 6.35 percent, indicating long-term resilience despite short-term challenges.
Taiwanese tourist arrivals in Vietnam rise by 28.69 percent in November
Year-to-date, arrivals from Taiwan reached 234,140, reflecting a significant 111 percent growth compared to the same period last year. Taiwan has emerged as a vital market for Vietnam, demonstrating strong post-pandemic recovery and travel interest.
Vietnam’s fertiliser exports reflect mixed trends in November
Cambodia emerged as the top importer, purchasing US$22.14 million worth of fertilisers, despite a slight drop of 4.51 percent from October. South Korea followed, with imports surging by 36.02 percent to US$9.33 million.
Petrol stations run dry in parts of Vietnam as falling fuel prices squeeze retailers’ margins, despite petrol dropping below US$0.76 per litre. Meanwhile, the
Financial difficulties at two major gym chains raise questions about consumer spending and household finances in Vietnam. Meanwhile, a Chinese contractor joins Vingroup’s US$3.9
Vietnam’s central bank moves to rebuild foreign exchange reserves despite mounting inflation pressures, raising questions about the government’s economic strategy. Meanwhile, reports of Vingroup-linked
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
This is an interview with John Gardner, CEO and Founding Partner, at Optimum Hospitality in Ho Chi Minh City. It covers fuel price impacts on:
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It