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Vietnam News Today, August 24 2026, Business & Economy

August 24, 2026

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Stock market: VN-Index climbs over 1 percent as financials and large caps attract strong foreign buying

the-shiv July 7, 2025

Vietnam’s VN-Index closed at 1,402.06 on 7 July 2025, gaining 15.09 points or 1.09 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 28.29 trillion (approximately US$1.09 billion), according to data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.

Labour: Survey finds Vietnam wages barely enough to make ends meet

the-shiv July 7, 2025

A new survey highlighting widespread financial hardship among Vietnamese workers has intensified calls for a 6–7 percent minimum wage increase in 2026, as experts and labour representatives warn that current incomes fall far short of basic living needs, Kinh Te Do Thi has reported.

Trade: New US tariff deal sees importers question Vietnam as alternative sourcing option

the-shiv July 7, 2025

The new US-Vietnam trade deal is prompting importers to reconsider Vietnam’s role as a key alternative to China, as fresh tariffs and potential transshipment penalties introduce major cost and compliance risks, Reuters has reported.

Trade: Concerns raised in Philippines as Vietnam’s US tariff deal puts exports at a disadvantage

the-shiv July 7, 2025

The Philippines’ exports are unlikely to stay competitive if the US reinstates a 17 percent tariff, especially after Vietnam secured a favourable 20 percent rate under a new deal with Washington, according to the Foreign Buyers Association of the Philippines .

Trade: Top US economic adviser praises ‘extremely one-sided’ US-Vietnam trade deal

the-shiv July 7, 2025

A trade deal with Vietnam announced last week has been dubbed “fantastic” and “extremely one-sided,” by top White House’s economic adviser, Stephen Miran, in an ABC News interview on Sunday. He noted that it delivers major benefits to US exporters while imposing significant tariffs on Vietnamese goods.

Paper & paper products: Vietnam exports dip 7.95% in May

the-shiv July 6, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of paper and paper products reached US$179.02 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 7.95 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$862.45 million.

Steel: Vietnam imposes anti-dumping tax on Chinese hot-rolled steel from July

the-shiv July 6, 2025

Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has officially imposed anti-dumping taxes of 23.1 to 27.83 percent on certain hot-rolled steel products originating from China, effective from 6 July and set to last for five years, VN Express has reported.

Industrial real estate: Singaporean developer starts US$60 million factory project in northern Vietnam

the-shiv July 6, 2025

Singapore-based industrial property developer Soilbuild International has broken ground on a US$60 million ready-built industrial facility in northern Vietnam’s Hung Yen province, The Investor has reported.

Agriculture: Vietnam pepper exports dip 1.01% in May

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of pepper reached US$182.28 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 1.01 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$690.43 million.

Inflation: Vietnam June CPI rises 0.48 percent month-on-month, driven by housing and fuel

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) in June 2025 rose 0.48 percent from May, largely driven by higher housing material costs and fuel prices, according to the National Statistics Office.

Wheat: Vietnam Imports Plummet 56.17 Percent in May, Brazil’s Absence Looms Large

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of wheat reached US$91.04 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a drastic decrease of 56.17 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$728.97 million.

Trade: Vietnam exports up 14.4 percent in first half of 2025, trade surplus narrows

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s export turnover reached US$219.83 billion in the first six months of 2025, an increase of 14.4 percent year-on-year, according to the National Statistics Office.

Industry: Vietnam Industrial Production Index rises 9.2 percent in first half of 2025

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s index of industrial production (IIP) grew 9.2 percent year-on-year in the first six months of 2025, accelerating from 8.0 percent in the same period of 2024. The processing and manufacturing sector led the expansion, while mining remained a drag on overall performance, according to the National Statistics Office.

Economy: Vietnam GDP growth reaches 7.96 percent in Q2 2025, NSO

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by an estimated 7.96 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, marking the second-highest Q2 growth since 2020.

Growth was driven by robust performance across all major sectors, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

Dairy: Non-trade barriers key challenge in Vietnam, ASEAN: Fonterra

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Persistent non-trade barriers (NTBs) in ASEAN markets, including Vietnam, present significant operational challenges for dairy firm Fonterra, its general manager of Trade Strategy Justine Aroll has said in corporate commentary published by the Vietnam Investment Review.

Renewables: Vietnam rooftop solar regulatory overhaul to unlock Vietnam’s green growth: YKVN’s Mazur

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s 2025 rooftop solar (RTS) regulatory overhaul offers a clear, bankable path for investors, according to Eli Mazur, partner at YKVN and a leading expert on Vietnam’s energy and FDI legal framework.

Manufacturing: Vietnam furniture market to reach US$13.14 billion by 2030

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s furniture market is projected to grow from US$9.62 billion in 2025 to US$13.14 billion by 2030, recording a robust CAGR of 6.43 percent, according to a report from Mordor Intelligence.

Food & beverage: Vietnam food service market set to reach US$54.27 billion by 2033: Report

the-shiv July 5, 2025

Vietnam’s food service market is projected to grow from US$21.92 billion in 2024 to US$54.27 billion by 2033, marking a CAGR of 9.70 percent during 2025–2033, according to a report from IMARC Group.

Chemicals: Vietnam insect & rodent spray imports dip 8.85 percent in May

the-shiv July 4, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of insecticides, rodenticides, and related materials reached US$91.14 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an 8.85 percent decrease compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$432.74 million.

Stock market: VN-Index edges higher as foreign investors return to net buying, July 4

the-shiv July 4, 2025

Vietnam’s stock market advanced on 4 July , led by gains in blue-chip and mid-cap stocks, as foreign investors returned to net buying after recent volatility, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.

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