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Alcohol in the Philippines 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
The Philippines’ alcohol market is a significant segment of the country’s consumer goods sector, supported by a large population, rising incomes, and a strong social drinking culture.
Snacks in the Philippines 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
The Philippines’ snacks market is a dynamic segment of the broader food and beverage industry, driven by a large consumer base, rising disposable incomes, and evolving consumption habits.
Powdered milk production in Vietnam up 25.85 percent in February / year-on-year -6.47%, YTD +9.04%
Vietnam produced 12.97 thousand tonnes of powdered milk in February, up 25.85 percent from 10.30 thousand tonnes in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam imports from India down 29.89 percent February 2026 MoM / iron and steel -4.24%, fishery products -55.55%
In February, Vietnam imported US$475.74 million worth of goods from India, down from US$678.58 million in January, a change of -29.89 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to China down 25.58 percent February 2026 MoM / computers 0.79%, phones -21.36%
In February, Vietnam exported US$4,705 million worth of goods to China, down 25.58 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam plastics imports down 31.72 percent in February 2026 / China -29.68%, South Korea – 23.08%
Vietnam imported plastics to the tune of US$758 million in February, down from US$1,110 million in January, a change of -31.72 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
The Food Processing Industry in the Philippines 2026: Risks, Opportunities, Trends & More
The Philippines’ food processing industry sits at the intersection of a large domestic consumer base, strong agricultural inputs, and a rapidly modernising retail environment.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 28.17 points, foreign traders net-sell US$5.65 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,672.80, up 28.17 points or 1.71 percent, with a total trading value of VND 23,451.98 billion or US$890.02 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$5.65 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, March 27, 2026
On March 27, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,920, and the sell rate was VND 27,970, a change of 100, and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,945 (up 0.36 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam toys & sporting goods exports down 39.24 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -33.77%, Japan -38.39%
Vietnam exported toys and sporting goods to the tune of US$439 million in February, down from US$723 million in January, a change of -39.24 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Coal production in Vietnam up 42.27 percent in February / year-on-year -28.55%, YTD -6.13%
Vietnam produced 4,142.45 thousand tons of coal in February, up 42.27 percent from 2,911.74 thousand tons in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 13.56 points, foreign traders net-sell US$28.12 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,644.63, down 13.56 points or 0.82 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,673.68 billion or US$822.53 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$28.12 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 26, 2026
On March 26, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,820, and the sell rate was VND 27,870, a change of 130, and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,845 (down 0.46 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam computers imports down 21.55 percent in February 2026 / China -26.83%, South Korea – 6.73%
Vietnam imported computers to the tune of US$13,043 million in February, down from US$16,627 million in January, a change of -21.55 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chocolate in the Philippines 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
The Philippines’ chocolate market is expanding steadily, driven by rising incomes, urbanisation, and wider access through modern retail and e-commerce.
Vietnam iron and steel products exports down 25.83 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -31.15%, Japan -22.05%
Vietnam exported iron and steel products to the tune of US$353 million in February, down from US$475 million in January, a change of -25.83 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Whisky in Thailand 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
Thailand’s whisky market combines strong domestic consumption with strict alcohol regulation, shaping how both local and international brands operate.
Vietnam government bond auction March 25 raises US$188 million / 37% subscribed
Vietnam government bond auction on March 25 raised VND 4,950 billion (US$188 million), with the sale just 37 percent subscribed, according to the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia down 12.32 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -15.04%, petroleum products -9.60%
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia, down from US$1,035.23 million in January, a change of -12.32 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to India down 14.55 percent February 2026 MoM / phones +44.50%, computers -45.02%
In February, Vietnam exported US$850 million worth of goods to India, down 14.55 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
In today’s Vietnam news: Calls for end compulsory motorbike insurance, Automotive tech-transfer list update requested, Average interest rates 11 percent, Diamond retailers closing, SCB
In today’s Vietnam news: Plan to limit ownership term housing abandoned, Secondary apartment prices Hanoi falling, ADB pushes higher productivity growth, VND forecast relative
In today’s Vietnam news: Facebook account theft ring shut down, Minimum wage to rise from Jan 1, Nuclear power project reorganisation proposed, No jail
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