October 28, 2025
Philippines ships US$190.92 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 3.72 percent
Vietnam’s imports from the Philippines reached US$190.92 million in September 2025, rising 3.72 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$1.81 billion.
Vietnam C.bank keeps dong central exchange rate steady, Tuesday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate slightly decreased to VND 25,095 per US dollar, down 0.01 percent from the previous day. The Black market rates were unchanged, with buying at VND 27,720 and selling at VND 27,770, keeping the mid-market rate stable at VND 27,745 per US dollar.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 27.96 points, foreign traders net-buy US$57.69 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index rose 27.96 points, or 1.69 percent, to close at 1,680.50 on trading value of VND 29.64 trillion or US$1.12 billion, with foreign investors net-buying US$57.69 millions worth of stocks, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Taiwan buys US$536 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 0.87 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Taiwan reached US$535.67 million in September 2025, slightly down 0.87 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.95 billion.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, Business & Economy, 28 October 2025
This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today in Vietnam’s state-approved media and a few others. It compiles coverage from official outlets like Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and VN Express, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
Plastic products imports into Vietnam, up 3.14 percent in September, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of plastic products reached US$979.07 million in September 2025, up 3.14 percent month-on-month, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$7.87 billion.
Insulated wires and cables exports to the USA down 8.74 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s exports of insulated wires and cables reached US$374.44 million in September, down 4.52 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$3.24 billion.
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