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Fresh milk production in Vietnam down 8.47 percent in December
Vietnam produced 147.64 million litres of fresh milk in December, down 8.47 percent from 161.31 million litres in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Indonesia ships US$1.16 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 20.16 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$1,159.43 billion worth of goods from Indonesia, up from US$964.90 million in November, a change of 20.16 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 12.34 points, foreign traders net-buy US$30.47 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,867.90, up 12.34 points or 0.67 percent, with a total trading value of VND 39,206.65 billion or US$1487.92 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$30.47 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 stronger, Friday
On January 9, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,760 and the sell rate was VND 26,820, a change of 80 and 60, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,790 (down 0.26 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,127, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,270.
VPS tops brokerage market share on Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange in 2025
VPS Securities Joint Stock Company remained the largest brokerage by trading value on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange in both the fourth quarter of 2025 and full-year 2025, according to a release from the exchange.
Germany buys US$928 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 14.84 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$928 million worth of goods to Germany, up 14.84 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fabrics imports Vietnam up 12.04 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported fabrics to the tune of US$1,408 million in December, up from US$1,257 million in November, a change of 12.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Footwear exports from Vietnam up 5.90 percent in December, to USA up 22.38 percent
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,199 million in December, up from US$2,076 million in November, a change of 5.90 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
India ships US$697.56 million worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 28.39 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$697.56 million worth of goods from India, up from US$543.30 million in November, a change of 28.39 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 6.02 points, foreign traders net-buy US$17.65 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,855.56, down 6.02 points or 0.32 percent, with a total trading value of VND 40,106.58 billion or US$1522.07 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$17.65 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Thursday
On January 8, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,840 and the sell rate was VND 26,880, a change of 564 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,860 (up 1.06 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,273, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,269.
USA buys US$14.3 billion of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 15.64 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$14,397 million worth of goods to USA, up 15.64 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Monthly Average Salary in Vietnam 2026: Sector Breakdown
Vietnam has a reputation for abundant low cost labour. This has been instrumental to its rise as a key global manufacturing hub. That said, wages can vary greatly across sectors and industries, and by region. This article discusses the average salary in Vietnam and provides a glimpse into what firms can realistically expect to pay their staff when starting a business in Vietnam.
Minimum Wage in Vietnam 2026: Rates, Regions & ASEAN Comparisons
Vietnam’s minimum wage is an attractive draw-card for businesses in a broad range of industries. Among the lowest in Southeast Asia, foreign firms may be able to realise real value by making the most of this low-cost labour. This article looks at all the key details a foreign firm might need to know.
Average monthly wage in Vietnam reached VND 8.7 million (US$330) in Q4 2025, up 3.9 percent
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the average monthly income of workers in Vietnam reached VND 8.7 million (about US$330), up 3.9 percent from the previous quarter and 6.2 percent year on year.
Motor vehicles imports Vietnam down 10.79 percent in December, China / Thailand top suppliers
Vietnam imported motor vehicles to the tune of US$406 million in December, down from US$456 million in November, a change of -10.79 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Textiles & garments exports from Vietnam up 22.94 percent in December, to USA up 32.41 percent
Vietnam exported textiles and garments to the tune of US$3,655 million in December, up from US$2,973 million in November, a change of 22.94 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 45.31 points, foreign traders net-buy US$19.81 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,861.58, up 45.31 points or 2.49 percent, with a total trading value of VND 32,889.62 billion or US$1248.18 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$19.81 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, black market dong stronger, Wednesday
On January 7, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,276 and the sell rate was VND 26,880, a change of 674 and 120, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,578 (down 1.47 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,122, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,276.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Asia were up 3.84 percent in December
Tourist numbers from Asia totalled 1,533,979 in December, showing a rise of 7.40 percent versus November, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
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