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Coal: Vietnam exports surge 310.67 percent in April, Japan top destination
Vietnam’s exports of coal reached US$18.64 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an extraordinary increase of 310.67 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$46.09 million.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index edges up as foreign investors maintain net selling stance
The VN-Index inched up 2.06 points to close at 1,341.87 on 28 May, marking a 0.15 percent increase. Total trading value reached VND 22.42 trillion, equivalent to approximately US$863.85 million. Market sentiment remained cautious, with gains in select large-cap stocks offset by ongoing foreign outflows.
Paper products: Vietnam imports up slightly in April, China key source
Vietnam’s imports of paper products reached US$107.64 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight increase of 2.71 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$363.53 million.
Tea: Vietnam exports slightly up 0.36 percent in April, Pakistan top destination
Vietnam’s exports of tea reached US$14.81 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a marginal increase of 0.36 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$57.84 million.
Logistics: Vietnam, France firms team up on US$492 million Hai Phong port expansion
Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP), under the Ministry of National Defense, will partner with France’s CMA CGM to build berths 7 and 8 at Lach Huyen, Hai Phong, with operation targeted for 2028, Cafe F has reported. The deep-water project is valued at VND 12.79 trillion or US$492 million, including VND 1.92 trillion or US$73.8 million in equity from SNP and VND 10.87 trillion or US$418.2 million in mobilised capital.
Garments & textiles: Vietnamese industry leaders weigh Trump tariff pause and future risks
Former President Donald Trump’s remark distancing the US from producing items like “sneakers and T-shirts” has been welcomed by Vietnamese textile and footwear leaders as a sign that US tariffs may spare essential consumer goods like apparel, Tuoi Tre is reporting. Industry leaders see it as a positive signal amid a 90-day suspension of reciprocal US tariffs—but remain wary of deeper vulnerabilities.
Ores & minerals: Vietnam exports surge 365.83 percent in April, China top destination
Vietnam’s exports of ores and other minerals product reached US$26.69 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an extraordinary increase of 365.83 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$71.00 million.
VN-Index edges higher, foreign investors remain net sellers
The VN-Index rose 7.30 points to close at 1,339.81 on May 27, up 0.55 percent from the previous session. Market sentiment remained steady throughout the day, with trading value reaching VND 25.03 trillion or around US$963 million, reflecting moderate investor participation.
Rubber products: Vietnam imports down 1.68 percent in April, China key source
Vietnam’s imports of rubber products reached US$102.14 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 1.68 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$376.73 million.
Glass and glassware: Vietnam imports down slightly in April, China remains top supplier
Vietnam’s imports of glass and glassware reached US$118.85 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.59 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$421.51 million for this category.
Precious stones & metals: Vietnam exports down 28.51 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of precious stones, precious metal and articles thereof reached US$46.21 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 28.51 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$206.91 million.
Automotive: Vietnam electric vehicle market to reach US$6.74 billion by 2030: Report
he Vietnam electric vehicle (EV) market was valued at US$2.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$6.74 billion by 2030, according to a report from MarketNtel Advisors. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.12 percent over the 2025–30 period.
Trade & investment: US$10 billion in deals signed during Macron visit to Vietnam
Vietnam and France have signed 14 agreements covering aviation, defence, space, healthcare, transport, and energy, during the first official trip by a French president to Vietnam in nearly a decade, Reuters is reporting.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index gains 1.37 percent as foreign investors slightly net sell
The VN-Index closed higher on Monday, rising 18.05 points, or 1.37 percent, to end at 1,332.51, supported by strong gains in blue-chip stocks. Total market trading value reached VND 23.18 trillion or approximately US$891 million.
Ceramics: Vietnam exports up 5.06 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products reached US$56.58 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 5.06 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$208.84 million.
Milk & milk products: Vietnam imports fall 2.5 percent in April, New Zealand main source
Vietnam’s imports of milk and milk products reached US$111.38 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.50 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$451.94 million for this category.
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.
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