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Steel: Vietnam’s SMC claws back into profit amid debt write-downs and real estate drag
SMC Investment and Trading JSC (HoSE: SMC) returned to profit in 2024, posting a VND 12.1 billion (US$465,000) gain after two years of deep losses, VietnamNet has reported.
Technical fabrics: Vietnam exports down 7.36 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of technical fabrics reached US$64.66 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 7.36 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$255.66 million.
Creative industries: Vietnam horror flick gets global release after local box office success
Vietnam’s top-grossing horror film, Detective Kien: The Headless Horror, a supernatural thriller set in the Nguyen Dynasty, is set to roll out in 12 international markets this month, Deadline has reported.
Cosmetics: Vietnam imports down 2.80 percent over March, Singapore lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations reached US$125.31 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.80 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$478.05 million for this category.
Fertilizers: Vietnam exports down 24.55 percent in April, Cambodia top destination
Vietnam’s exports of fertilizers reached US$68.60 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial decrease of 24.55 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$293.97 million.
Bamboo & rattan products: Vietnam exports up .77 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of bamboo and rattan products reached US$79.05 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight increase of 0.77 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$288.21 million.
Minimum Wage in Thailand 2025: Daily & Monthly
Thailand’s minimum wage structure reflects a regionally adjusted approach designed to balance economic growth with social equity. This article breaks down the minimum wage in Thailand by the different wage regions.
Minimum Wage in Indonesia 2025: Monthly & Daily
Indonesia’s minimum wage system is set annually and varies by province, reflecting regional economic differences and cost-of-living disparities. This article breaks down the key rates by region.
Minimum Wage in the Philippines 2025: Daily & Monthly
In the Philippines, minimum wages are determined on a regional basis rather than through a single national rate. This article outlines those rates.
Publishing: Vietnam Education Publishing House posts record profit despite textbook price cuts
Vietnam Education Publishing House reported a record pre-tax profit of VND 384 billion (US$14.77 million) in 2024, up 12 percent from 2023, despite cutting textbook prices for key series, VN Express has reported.
Technology: Vietnam facing cybersecurity workforce crisis
Vietnam is projected to face a shortfall of 700,000 cybersecurity professionals by 2028, driven by rapid digitalisation and rising cyber threats, Vu Ngoc Son, Head of Technology and International Cooperation at the National Cybersecurity Association has told a conference, VietnamNet has reported.
Technology: Insights into Vietnam’s black market for personal data
Personal data of millions of Vietnamese citizens is being sold for as little as VND 1,000 (4 US cents) to VND 4,000 (16 US cents) per record on Telegram, Zalo, and Facebook fan pages, Viettimes has reported.
Manioc : Vietnam exports down 18.90 percent in April, China top destination
Vietnam’s exports of manioc and manioc products reached US$112.88 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 18.90 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$485.77 million.
Animal fats and oils: Vietnam imports fall 10.55 percent in April despite surge from Malaysia
Vietnam imported US$124.43 million worth of animal and vegetable fats and oils in April, down 10.55 percent from March, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total year-to-date imports reached US$457.81 million, with Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand the top suppliers.
Animal feed: Vietnam exports up 10.32 percent in April
Vietnam’s exports of animal fodders and animal fodder materials reached US$121.39 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 10.32 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$388.11 million.
Petroleum products: Vietnam exports down 22.08 percent in April, Malaysia top destination
Vietnam’s exports of petroleum products reached US$91.76 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 22.08 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$355.52 million.
Technology: Vietnam moves to block Telegram messaging app
Vietnam’s telecom service providers have been told to block or limit access to messaging app Telegram, the official Government Electronic Newspaper has reported. The move follows a request from the Department of Cyber Security and High-Tech Crime Prevention, part of the Ministry of Public Security, citing widespread illegal activity on Telegram, including anti-state propaganda, fraud, drug sales, and terrorism links.
Waste & scrap: Vietnam imports up 17.70 percent over March, Japan lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap reached US$200.05 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant 17.70 percent increase compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$644.88 million for this category.
Pastry, sweets & cereals: Vietnam exports down 9.66 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of pastry, sweets and cereals products reached US$97.49 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 9.66 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$390.38 million.
Stocks: VN-Index edges up as foreign investors maintain net selling streak
The VN-Index rose slightly by 0.62 points to close at 1,314.46, a modest gain of 0.05 percent. Total trading value across the market reached VND 16.9 trillion, or US$650 million, reflecting subdued sentiment amid a wait-and-see stance by investors.
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