October 23, 2025
Netherlands ships US$64.12 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 8.46 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from the Netherlands rose 8.46 percent month-on-month to US$64.12 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total imports in the first nine months reached US$587.16 million.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 8.56 points, foreign traders net-sell US$49.34 million, Thursday
Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index closed at 1,687.06, up 8.56 points or 0.51 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 24.58 trillion or US$932.77 million, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. Conversely, foreign traders net-sold US$49.34 million worth of HoSE stocks.
Black market Vietnam dong sell rate jumps .88 percent, Thursday
On 23 October, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was VND 25,098 per US$, unchanged from the previous day. Conversely, on the black market, the dong weakened, with buying at VND 27,520 and selling at VND 27,620, increasing 0.81 and 0.88 percent respectively, according to prices supplied by Ty Gia USD.
Animal fodders & materials imports for Vietnam, up 7.38 percent month-on-month in September, Argentina and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of animal fodders and materials rose 7.38 percent in September 2025 to US$414.28 million from US$385.80 million in August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$3.47 billion.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, Business & Economy, 23 October 2025
This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today in Vietnam’s state-approved media. It compiles coverage from official outlets such as Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and CafeF, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam up 3.91 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports rose 3.91 percent in September 2025 to US$491.30 million, up from US$472.79 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fresh milk production in Vietnam down 0.83 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s fresh milk output in September 2025 reached 136 million litres, down 0.83 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
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