October 29, 2025
Taiwan ships US$3.01 billion of goods to Vietnam in September, down 1.84 percent
Vietnam’s imports from Taiwan fell 1.84 percent in September 2025 to US$3.01 billion, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$24.12 billion.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 5.33 points, foreign traders net-sell US$56.51 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index rose 5.33 points, or 0.32 percent, to close at 1,685.83, October 29, with foreign traders net-selling US$56.51 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens dong central exchange rate, Wednesday
The Vietnamese dong strengthened slightly on both official and unofficial markets on 29 October, narrowing the spread between the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) rate and the black-market.
Singapore buys US$504 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 4.41 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Singapore rose 4.41 percent in September 2025 to reach US$503.95 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports stood at US$4.34 billion, led by strong shipments of computers, machinery, and transportation equipment.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, Business & Economy, 29 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 like Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and VN Express, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
Chemical products imports into Vietnam, up 3.44 percent in September, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s chemical imports reached US$696.96 million in September 2025, up 3.44 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Yarn exports from Vietnam down 6.44 percent in September 2025, China and South Korea top buyers
Vietnam’s yarn exports fell 6.4 percent month-on-month in September 2025 to US$355.87 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Shipments to China, the largest buyer, dropped 2.9 percent to US$195.54 million, while exports to South Korea and the USA fell 5.8 and 15 percent respectively. Bangladesh
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