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Vietnam News Today, August 24 2026, Business & Economy

August 24, 2026

Vietnam manufacturing growth cools in June as inflation pressures ease: S&P

July 1, 2026

State Bank of Vietnam to exclude some major projects from credit growth limits

June 25, 2026

Vietnam’s Cinema Department Raises Concerns Over Horror Movie Content

June 23, 2026

Vietnam Central Bank Proposes Increase Short-Term Funds Available For Long-Term Loans

June 18, 2026

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Pharmaceuticals: Vietnam’s private pharma expansion faces risks in raw materials, R&D and regulatory delays

the-shiv June 25, 2025

While Resolution 68 offers a strong policy foundation for expanding Vietnam’s private pharmaceutical sector, its success will depend heavily on overcoming entrenched structural challenges, Lawyer Ngo Thanh Hai of LNT & Partners has argued in an opinion piece published by the Vietnam Investment Review.

Retail: CRC targets Vietnam expansion with new GO! stores and hypermarkets

the-shiv June 25, 2025

Thai retail giant Central Retail Corporation (CRC) plans to invest 45–47 billion baht (US$1.25–1.31 billion) over the next three years under its “New Heights, Next Growth” strategy, with accelerated expansion in Vietnam a core pillar, The Bangkok Post has reported.

Mining: Vietnam’s tungsten industry to grow fivefold by 2034: Report

the-shiv June 25, 2025

Vietnam’s tungsten industry will expand from US$15 million in 2025 to US$80.35 million by 2034, posting a 20.5 percent CAGR, according to a report from Research and Markets.

Mining: Vietnam’s rare earth sector could reach US$837 millions by 2034: Report

the-shiv June 25, 2025

The Vietnamese rare earth market is forecast to grow from US$220 million in 2025 to US$836.65 million by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16 percent, according to a report from Research and Markets.

Consumer goods: Vietnam electric consumer products imports dip 2.67 percent in May

the-shiv June 24, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of electric consumer products and parts thereof reached US$232.32 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 2.67 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.25 billion.

Stock market: Vietnam’s VN-Index climbs, VNDirect most popular among foreign buyers, June 24

the-shiv June 24, 2025

The VN-Index climbed 8.59 points, or 0.63 percent, to close at 1,366.77 on Tuesday. Total trading value reached VND 25,606.88 billion or US$984.88 million, showing improved liquidity and sentiment across the market, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.

Still image & video cameras: Vietnam exports dip 17.68% in May

the-shiv June 24, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of still image, video cameras and parts thereof reached US$532.20 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 17.68 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.91 billion.

Mining: Vietnam ores & minerals exports plunge 51.66% in May

the-shiv June 24, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of ores and other minerals product reached US$12.90 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant decrease of 51.66 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$84.79 million.

Coffee: Vietnam prices fall sharply on stronger Brazilian supply and shifting investor capital

the-shiv June 24, 2025

Vietnamese and global coffee prices have fallen steeply since early May, with market experts pointing to oversupply and reduced speculative interest as the key drivers, Zing News has reported.

Policy: Vietnam PM says gov’t to crackdown on currency, gold speculation to tackle Middle East conflict risks

the-shiv June 24, 2025

Vietnam’s government intends to mitigate economic risks arising from escalating Middle East conflict by stepping up action against speculation in gold and foreign currency markets, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told a high-level meeting on 23 June, VietnamNet has reported.

US tariffs: Vietnamese firms shift to automation and market diversification, new PwC survey shows

the-shiv June 23, 2025

A new PwC Vietnam survey shows that local manufacturers are accelerating automation, lean manufacturing, and market diversification in response to the prospect of a 46 percent US tariff. The findings reveal that firms are looking beyond short-term cost cutting and moving toward more structural adjustments to maintain competitiveness.

Industry: Vietnam ferrous waste & scrap imports decline by 14.88 percent in May

the-shiv June 23, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap reached US$170.28 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 14.88 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$812.53 million.

Mining: Vietnam ores and mineral imports plunge by 29.57 percent in May

the-shiv June 23, 2025

Vietnam’s imports of ores and other minerals products reached US$235.62 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 29.57 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.31 billion.

Banking & finance: Vietnam’s financial hub ambitions clouded by governance, transparency gaps: Alvarez & Marsal

the-shiv June 23, 2025

Vietnam’s ambitions to become a credible regional financial hub risk falling short without stronger transparency, enforcement, and governance, Douglas Jackson, Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal, has warned in an article published by The Investor.

Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index climbs above 1,358 as industrials rally, foreign outflows continue

the-shiv June 23, 2025

The VN-Index rose 8.83 points to close at 1,358.18 on 23 June 2025, up 0.65 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 21,752.59 billion or approximately US$836 million. The session saw moderate gains led by select industrial and construction stocks, while bank stocks were mixed.

Cashew Nuts: Vietnam Exports Surge 11.49% in May

the-shiv June 23, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts reached US$550.84 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 11.49 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.88 billion.

Agriculture: Vietnam tea exports jump 25.99% in May

the-shiv June 23, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of tea reached US$18.66 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 25.99 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$76.50 million. Vietnam is a major global tea exporter, ranking among the top five.

Precious stones & metals: Vietnam exports surge 11.87% in May

the-shiv June 22, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of precious stones, precious metals, and articles thereof reached US$51.69 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 11.87 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$258.61 million.

Industry: Vietnam iron and steel exports drop 15.48 percent in May

the-shiv June 22, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of iron and steel reached US$600.08 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant decrease of 15.48 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$3.09 billion.

Banking & finance: Asian Bond Monitor report confirms structural weaknesses in Vietnam bond market

the-shiv June 22, 2025

Vietnam’s bond market continues to show key structural weaknesses, according to the Asia Bond Monitor June 2025. The market remains highly concentrated, with limited corporate issuance and a small sustainable bond segment.

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