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How to Start a Real Estate Business in Vietnam in 2025
Starting a real estate business in Vietnam presents many opportunities, as the country’s economic growth and rising incomes are fueling demand for both commercial and residential properties. However, entering the Vietnamese real estate market requires a deep understanding of the country’s business environment, real estate culture, and the regulatory landscape.
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereals exports dip 4.8 percent in November
The United States was the largest importer, contributing US$19.12 million in November, a 10.62 percent decline from October, while Japan increased its imports by 5.08 percent to US$11.78 million.
Vietnam’s wood processing and related industries continue to grow in November
Year-on-year, the sector recorded a notable growth of 13.28 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth reached 9.70 percent compared to the same timeframe last year, underlining the sector’s critical role in supporting the nation’s economic stability.
How to Export Clothing from Vietnam 2025: Corporate Setup, Customs Procedures & More
Vietnam clothing manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest clothing manufacturing industries in the world. In this light, there is a huge opportunity in buying and exporting Vietnamese clothing around the world. This can be very profitable but there are a few nuances to the process that foreign firms looking to export clothing from Vietnam should be mindful of.
How to Export Food from Vietnam 2025: Regulations, Customs, Shipping & More
Vietnam is a major player in global food exports, particularly known for its rice, coffee, seafood, and tropical fruits. These exports are driven by the country’s rich natural resources, favourable climate, and extensive agricultural industry. Food exports contribute significantly to Vietnam’s economy, providing income for farmers, creating jobs, and generating foreign exchange. Here’s how foreign firms can get involved.
Vietnam’s exports of handbags and accessories rise in November
The United States led the imports, purchasing US$168.35 million, an 11.85 percent increase from October. Japan followed with US$36.09 million, up 16.05 percent.
Vietnam Purchasing Managers’ Index records 1-point December drop
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index recorded a decline in December to 49.8 down from 50.8 in November, according to a press release from the firm…
Vietnam’s car spare parts manufacturing grows steadily in November
Year-on-year, the sector achieved a 14.05 percent growth in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth reached 13.63 percent, demonstrating its consistent contribution to Vietnam’s industrial output.
Canadian tourist arrivals in Vietnam surge by 41.90 percent in November
Year-to-date, Canadian arrivals reached 138,642, reflecting a 24.5 percent growth compared to the same period last year. This growth positions Canada as a key contributor to Vietnam’s expanding long-haul tourism market.
Vietnam’s coal exports drop by 28.3 percent in November
South Africa dominated as the primary market, importing US$7.23 million of Vietnamese coal. The Netherlands recorded US$3.01 million in imports, although this was a steep 50.36 percent drop from October.
Vietnam’s pepper exports drop 11.7 percent in November
The United States remained the largest importer, contributing US$39.55 million in November, a modest 2.92 percent increase from October, bringing its year-to-date total to US$377.50 million.
How to Import Footwear Materials to Vietnam 2025: Sources, Shipping, Customs & More
Vietnam footwear materials manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest footwear materials manufacturing industries in the world. Trailing only India and China, this relatively small country exported footwear materials to the tune of US$19.94 billion in 2023, made for some of the most well-known footwear materials brands. This is inline with one of the world’s largest footwear manufacturing industries in the world…
How to Import Clothing Materials to Vietnam: Sources, Shipping, Customs & More
Importing clothing materials into Vietnam for foreign firms can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and legal requirements that need to be met, but a myriad of free trade agreements has made navigating tariffs and trade restrictions complex…
Vietnam’s footwear manufacturing sector achieves remarkable growth in November
Year-on-year, footwear manufacturing achieved impressive growth of 18.47 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, the sector recorded cumulative growth of 12.58 percent compared to the same timeframe last year, showcasing its vital role in Vietnam’s export economy.
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports experience slight drop in November
China topped the list of importers with US$95.43 million in November, a significant 27.32 percent increase compared to the previous month. The United States followed closely with US$93.14 million, although this represented an 8.96 percent decrease.
Vietnam’s motor vehicle manufacturing sector soars in November
Year-on-year, the industry recorded a remarkable 36.17 percent growth in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth reached 18.33 percent, cementing motor vehicle manufacturing as a key driver of Vietnam’s industrial growth.
Vietnam Airlines is expecting a record profit despite huge accumulated losses
The head of Vietnam Airlines told a conference the airline is expecting a pre-tax profit of VND 7,300 billion or about US$286.4 million. Whereas at face value this looks to be good news for the airline, the reality is that its situation is much more complex…
Vietnam central banks raises credit growth limit/target for 2025 to 16 percent
Of note, whereas Vietnam in the first instance introduced credit growth limits to stymie out of control inflation, it has since reorientated credit growth policy to facilitate economic growth. This is seeing private debt rise rapidly along with bad debts as banks push lending on to consumers rather than due to growing demand.
Vietnam casino to stop admitting locals from 2025 at pilot program’s end
Of note, this has not been covered by the local press though it’s not immediately clear why and coverage in the international press is limited.
Vietnam housing supply in 2024 just 7 percent of pre-pandemic levels
Vietnam’s housing supply reached just seven percent of its pre pandemic levels in 2024, according to report from the Vietnam Association of Realtors…
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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It