March 4, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of glass and glassware fall 31.38 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of glass and glassware declined by 31.38 percent month-on-month in January to US$82.39 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decrease from US$120.06 million recorded in December…
Garment manufacturing output in Vietnam declines in January but sees annual growth
Vietnam’s garment manufacturing industry increased by 50.3 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was lower than December 2024, when output stood at 67.8 percent above 2019 levels.
Cayman Islands firms add US$39.9 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, firms from the Cayman Islands contributed US$39.9 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 1 new project, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents an increase of US$26.79 million compared to December, which saw US$13.11 million in registered capital with 1 new project.
Italian tourist arrivals in Vietnam increase in January
Vietnam welcomed 11,490 tourists from Italy in January, accounting for 0.6 percent of total international arrivals, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This marks a 39.8 percent increase from December and a 21.8 percent rise year-on-year.
Vietnam’s PMI records slight jump in February
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index recorded a small jump in February over January, increasing from 48.9 points to 49.2, according to a press release from the firm. This is still below the 50-point no-change point signalling the sector is still in a contraction phase.
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