February 5, 2026
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 18.92 points, foreign traders net-sell US$47.78 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,969.27, down 18.92 points or 0.95 percent, with a total trading value of VND 15,961.39 billion or US$605.75 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$47.78 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Thursday
On February 5, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,650 and the sell rate was VND 26,700, a change of 50 and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,675 (up 0.19 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,066, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 25,970.
How to Set Up a Company in Vietnam for US Firms in 2026: Guide
Vietnam is an attractive destination for US firms due to its rapid economic growth, strategic location, and business-friendly reforms. The country’s membership in multiple free trade agreements and its role in global supply chains offer opportunities across sectors like manufacturing, technology, agriculture, and services. However, successfully entering the Vietnamese market requires understanding local regulations, investment policies, and cultural nuances…
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Commercial Real Estate in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Regulations & More
The retail sector is undergoing a transformation, with traditional shopping formats adapting to the rise of e-commerce. Developers are focusing on integrated spaces that blend shopping, dining, and entertainment to meet evolving consumer demands. Office demand, while recovering post-pandemic, is increasingly shifting towards flexible workspaces and decentralised locations.
Vietnam News Today, February 05 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Nuclear power commentary, MoU w/US firms crude oil supply, Marriott-Masterise development agreement, Music industry report: RMIT, Tobacco import quotas increase, US trade negotiations, New loans for distressed fuel company, Textile / garment industry performance 2025, Mitsubishi real estate acquisition HCMC, Bank liquidity strain increases, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, Updated: Vietnam’s wood manufacturing industry, Updated: Vietnam’s fabric manufacturing industry, Updated: Where are Nikes made in Vietnam?, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Vietnam Ceramics Industry 2026: Market Size, Exports & Key Manufacturers
Ceramic tile manufacturing has become a key industry in Vietnam and ceramic tiles have become a key export. With this in mind, this article looks at Vietnam’s ceramics market, ceramics exports, and ceramics manufacturers.
In today’s Vietnam news: Government to inject cash into Agribank, IMF growth forecast raised, German industrial gas plant investment, VN garment maker Amazon legal
In today’s Vietnam news: Construction labour demand impacting garment industry, ADB growth forecasts, Bloomberg survey GDP growth expectations, Starlink orders open, Seafood industry call
In today’s Vietnam news: Arrest over book about Ho Chi Minh, HSR project disbursement, More coal power under consideration, MPS minister meets Japanese delivery
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