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How to Open a Cafe in Vietnam 2026: Costs, Procedures & More
Thinking about opening a cafe or coffee shop in Vietnam? This guide will run your through the finer nuances of establishing cafe in Vietnam.
Iron and steel products exports from Vietnam up 13.48 percent in December, USA / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported iron and steel products to the tune of US$464 million in December, up from US$409 million in November, a change of 13.48 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam government bond auction Wednesday sees limited uptake, 10-year yield holds at 4 percent
The State Treasury of Vietnam held a government bond auction on January 14, offering VND 12,500 billion (about US$0.47 billion) across four tenors, according to a release from the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam car sales up 6 percent in 2025 over 2024: VAMA
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 42,701 units in December compared to 33,689 units in November, according to data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA). Year-to-date, the VAMA has recorded 313,359 total car sales. This is compared to 295,979 units over the same period in 2024, a 6 percent increase.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Europe up 4.9 percent in December
In December, Europe accounted for 313,851 tourist arrivals, a decrease of 4.9 percent from November, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Crude oil production in Vietnam up 1.77 percent in December
Vietnam produced 716.30 thousand tons of crude oil in December, up 1.77 percent from 703.81 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 8.49 points, foreign traders net-sell US$17.69 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,894.44, down 8.49 points or 0.45 percent, with a total trading value of VND 46,390.72 billion or US$1760.56 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$17.69 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, Wednesday
On January 14, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,600 and the sell rate was VND 26,650, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,625, no change from yesterday, according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,135, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,276.
Thailand ships US$1.28 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 21.37 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$1,275.71 million worth of goods from Thailand, up from US$1,051.11 million in November, a change of 21.37 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
South Korea buys US$2.7 billion of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 19.66 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$2,707 million worth of goods to South Korea, up 19.66 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Bar in Vietnam 2026: Culture, Licenses & Regulations
Opening a bar in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam has also developed its own very distinct drinking culture which can make penetrating Vietnam’s booming consumer class challenging. This article runs through key details foreign investors should be aware of.
Computers / electrical products imports Vietnam up 10.52 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported computers, electrical products, spare-parts and components thereof to the tune of US$14,265 million in December, up from US$12,907 million in November, a change of 10.52 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fruits and vegetables exports from Vietnam up 13.20 percent in December, China / USA top buyers
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$794 million in December, up from US$701 million in November, a change of 13.20 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Australia / New Zealand up 7.3 percent in December
In December, Oceania accounted for 57,563 tourist arrivals, a decrease of 7.3 percent from November, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Aluminum production in Vietnam down 1.10 percent in December
Vietnam produced 126.40 thousand tons of aluminum in December, down 1.10 percent from 127.80 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 25.60 points, foreign traders net-sell US$18.29 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,902.93, up 25.60 points or 1.36 percent, with a total trading value of VND 42,294.53 billion or US$1,605.11 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$18.29 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank central exchange rate steady, black market dong stronger, Tuesday
On January 13, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,600 and the sell rate was VND 26,650, a change of 200 and 200, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,625 (down 0.75 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,129, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,285.
Taiwan ships US$3.1 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 13.07 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$3,122.03 million worth of goods from Taiwan, up from US$2761.10 million in November, a change of 13.07 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Japan buys US$2.35 billion of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 0.17 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$2,346 million worth of goods to Japan, up 0.17 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Coal imports Vietnam up 31.46 percent in December, Indonesia / Australia top suppliers
Vietnam imported coal to the tune of US$497 million in December, up from US$378 million in November, a change of 31.46 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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