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Rubber: Vietnam imports jump 19.36 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of rubber reached US$242.58 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 19.36 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.19 billion.
Food & beverage: Vietnam’s fragmented food safety system leaves risks unaddressed, says Alinea International
Vietnam’s food safety culture remains weak, with gaps in hygiene, enforcement, and legal frameworks leaving the public exposed to foodborne illness, according to Brian Bedard, director of Food Safety and Animal Health at Alinea International.
Real estate: Global Minimum Tax, US reciprocal tariffs could threaten Vietnam margins and sentiment, says Knight Frank
Vietnam’s property market faces headwinds from the coming Global Minimum Tax and uncertainty over US reciprocal tariffs, both of which could weigh on developer margins and investor sentiment, Global property advisory firm Knight Frank has said in an analysis published by The Investor.
Industrial real estate: Japan’s Nippon Koei to advise Vietnamese developer on Long Thanh project
Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei has been hired by Dong Nai Tan Hiep Industrial Park to advise on its Bau Can – Tan Hiep Industrial Park project, VN Express has reported. The project reflects a growing trend of Vietnamese developers engaging foreign expertise to design industrial parks that meet international environmental and technical standards..
Ceramics: Vietnam exports dip 4.70% in May
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products reached US$53.92 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 4.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$262.69 million.
Yarn: Vietnam imports see modest 0.60% rise in May
Vietnam’s imports of yarn reached US$251.94 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 0.60 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.15 billion.
Agriculture: Vietnam’s animal fodder and material imports reach $426 million in May
Vietnam’s imports of animal fodders and animal fodder materials amounted to $426 million in May, representing a 4.27% increase compared to April. For the year-to-date, total imports in this category reached $2 billion, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fruits & vegetables: Vietnam exports surge 17.77% in May
Vietnam’s exports of fruits and vegetables reached US$616.54 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 17.77 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.30 billion.
Tourism: Club Med’s Vietnam sales surge 32 percent in 2024 on ski, luxury travel demand
Club Med’s total sales from Vietnam rose 32 percent year-on-year, driven by rising demand for ski and upscale all-inclusive holidays, the company has said in a press release. Hokkaido resorts accounted for 56 percent of bookings from Vietnam for ski travel in 2024, followed by strong sales to Maldives and Bali.
Food & beverage: Vietnam industry revenue down 10.1 percent in Q1: FiinGroup
Vietnam’s F&B industry revenue fell 10.1 percent quarter-on-quarter, largely driven by a 15.4 percent drop in domestic sales after Tet, according to a report from FiinGroup. Export momentum was stronger, with F&B exports up 13.1 percent year-on-year.
Economy: Fitch says Vietnam GDP to grow 5.6 percent in 2025, affirms Vietnam at BB+ rating
Vietnam’s GDP is forecast to grow 5.6 percent in 2025 and 5.3 percent in 2026, down from 7.1 percent in 2024, Fitch Ratings has said. It has, however, also highlighted risks from rising leverage, trade policy uncertainty, and structural weaknesses in governance and the banking sector.
Agriculture: Vietnam corn imports jump 16.13 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of corn reached US$265.12 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 16.13 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.04 billion.
Automotive: Vietnam motor vehicle imports up by 0.82 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicles reached US$426.38 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight increase of 0.82 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.83 billion.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index edges down 0.20 percent as foreign investors remain net sellers
Vietnam’s VN-Index slipped 0.20 percent to close at 1,349.35 on 20 June, with total trading value at VND 22,259.36 billion. Foreign investors posted net selling of VND 573 billion for the session.
Manufacturing: Vietnam plastic products exports up 6.63% in May
Vietnam’s exports of plastic products reached US$649.68 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant increase of 6.63 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.97 billion.
Energy Vietnam petroleum product exports plunge 34.36% in May
Vietnam’s exports of petroleum products reached US$60.23 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant decrease of 34.36 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$413.38 million.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam cotton imports dip 4.75 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of cotton reached US$276.46 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 4.75 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.35 billion.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index rises 0.39 percent as foreign investors net sell US$34 million
The VN-Index gained 5.21 points to close at 1,352.04 on June 19, up 0.39 percent for the day. Total trading value reached VND 18,731.53 billion, or about US$720 million.
Technical fabrics: Vietnam exports up 9.53% in May
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses reached US$70.83 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 9.53 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$326.48 million.
Toys & sports equipment: Vietnam exports soar 25.21% in May
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports requisites, parts and accessories thereof reached US$675.21 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 25.21 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.45 billion.
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