August 24, 2026
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Industry: Vietnam chemicals imports down 5.70 percent in May
the-shiv June 13, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of chemicals reached US$671.33 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 5.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$3.25 billion.
Vietnam Market Wrap: Vietnam stock market dips as foreign investors turn net sellers
the-shiv June 13, 2025
The VN-Index closed at 1,315.49 on June 13, falling 7.50 points or 0.57 percent, as selling pressure dominated across key sectors. Total trading value reached VND 27,143.98 billion or approximately US$1.04 billion.
Footwear: Vietnam exports dip 3.45% in May, but China and South Korea see massive gains
the-shiv June 13, 2025
Vietnam’s exports of footwear reached US$2.15 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 3.45 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$9.76 billion.
Tax: New decree requires e-commerce platforms collect tax for Vietnam sellers
the-shiv June 13, 2025
Decree 117/2025/NĐ-CP has officially been issued, introducing stricter tax compliance obligations for e-commerce platforms, including requiring platforms to collect tax on behalf of their Vietnamese sellers.
Electricity: Vietnam generates 127.6 billion kWh in first five months of 2025, coal remains dominant
the-shiv June 13, 2025
Vietnam’s total electricity output for the month of May was 28.6 billion kWh, with the system reaching a peak capacity of 49,759 MW, according to a press release from state power providers Electricity Vietnam. Notably, coal remains the key power source accounting for 56.8 percent of power generated.
Banking and finance: Vietnam corporate bond issues top US$1.8 billion in May
the-shiv June 13, 2025
Vietnam’s corporate bond market showed signs of renewed activity in May, with VND 46.77 trillion (US$1.80 billion) worth of private placements across 42 deals, according to data from the Vietnam Bond Market Association (VBMA) as of May 31.
Clinker & cement: Vietnam exports hold steady at 0.33% growth in May
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s exports of clinker and cement reached US$112.83 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 0.33 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$523.17 million.
Industry: Vietnam chemical products imports up 2.92 percent in May
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of chemical products reached US$675.98 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 2.92 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$3.15 billion.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index rises as foreign funds return to net buying
the-shiv June 12, 2025
The VN-Index edged up 7.79 points to close at 1,322.99 on Wednesday, marking a 0.59 percent gain as investor sentiment improved. Total trading value on the HOSE reached VND 19.8 trillion, or approximately US$761.5 million, up strongly from the previous session.
Textiles & garments: Vietnam exports up 7.14% in May
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s exports of textiles and garments reached US$3.29 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 7.14 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$15.06 billion.
Machines & tools Vietnam exports grow 6.12% in May, Belgium and Norway lead massive surges
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s exports of machine, equipment, tools, and instruments reached US$4.999 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 6.12 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$22.085 billion.
Plastics: Vietnam imports see modest 0.75 percent rise in May
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of plastics reached US$1.07 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 0.75 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$5.17 billion.
Policy: Vietnam finalises legal framework for carbon market, effective date August 1
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam’s government has officially issued Decree 119/2025/NĐ-CP, amending a 2022 decree on greenhouse gas emissions and ozone layer protection. The new regulations take effect on 1 August 2025, establishing the legal foundation for emissions quotas, carbon credit trading, and both domestic and international offset mechanisms.
Aviation: Vietnam Airlines signs US$1.5 billion financing MOU with ING
the-shiv June 12, 2025
Vietnam Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ING Bank to arrange up to US$1.5 billion in funding, according to a company announcement on June 11. The signing took place in Paris during the Vietnam–France Business Forum and was witnessed by Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Phones: Vietnam exports surge 22.56% in May, with strong growth to USA, UK, and Italy
the-shiv June 11, 2025
Vietnam’s exports of telephones, mobile phones, and parts thereof reached US$4.61 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 22.56 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$22.41 billion.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam fabric imports up 2.35 percent in May
the-shiv June 11, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of fabrics reached US$1.45 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 2.35 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$6.32 billion.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index slips slightly as foreign investors return to net selling
the-shiv June 11, 2025
The VN-Index closed at 1,315.20, down 1.03 points or 0.08 percent, on total trading value of VND 14.47 trillion (around US$556.63 million). The session showed modest declines across key sectors, with weak momentum limiting upside potential.
Energy: Vietnam’s coal imports fall 2.94 percent in May
the-shiv June 11, 2025
Vietnam’s imports of coal reached US$685.50 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 2.94 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$3.21 billion.
Education: Vietnam’s English centre chain owes US$2.38 million in delayed social insurance payments
the-shiv June 11, 2025
Apax Leaders, the once-prominent English centre chain linked to embattled businessman Nguyen Ngoc Thuy, has accrued nearly VND 62 billion or US$2.38 million in unpaid social insurance obligations, in Hanoi, VN Express has reported→view source.
Automotive: China’s Geely factory freeze casts uncertainty over Tasco’s Vietnam assembly plans
the-shiv June 11, 2025
China’s Geely has announced a global halt on new factory projects casting doubt on its planned US$168 million car assembly joint venture with Vietnam’s Tasco in Thai Binh, Tuoi Tre has reported.
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