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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.
Coal production in Vietnam down 0.17 percent in December
Vietnam produced 3,981.15 thousand tons of coal in December, down 0.17 percent from 3,987.90 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 27.87 points, foreign traders net-sell US$15.83 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,816.27, up 27.87 points or 1.56 percent, with a total trading value of VND 27,445.17 billion or US$1041.56 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$15.83 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Tuesday
On January 6, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,950 and the sell rate was VND 27,000, a change of 50 and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,975 (up 0.19 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 26,274.
Vietnam welcomes nearly 21.2 million international visitors in 2025, up 20.4 percent
Vietnam recorded more than 2 million international visitor arrivals in December, up 15.7 percent from the same month last year, according to official estimates.
Vietnam inflation rises 3.31 percent in 2025
Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index rose 0.19 percent in December from the previous month, driven mainly by higher food prices and dining costs, according to the latest release from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Vietnam trade turnover tops US$930 billion in 2025
Vietnam’s total merchandise exports and imports reached US$88.72 billion in December, up 15.1 percent from November and 25.7 percent year on year, according to the latest release from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Vietnam registers US$38.42 billion in foreign investment pledges in 2025
Total registered foreign investment in Vietnam reached US$38.42 billion in 2025, up 0.5 percent from the previous year, according to official data released as of December 31, according to the latest release from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Vietnam fourth-quarter GDP growth hits 14-year high at 8.46 percent
Gross domestic product in the fourth quarter of 2025 is estimated to have grown 8.46 percent year on year, marking the strongest fourth-quarter expansion recorded over the 2011–2025 period, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Philippines ships US$173.97 million worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 12.22 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$173.97 million worth of goods from Philippines, down from US$198.17 million in October, a change of -12.22 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 3.91 points, foreign traders net-sell US$27.89 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,788.40, up 3.91 points or 0.22 percent, with a total trading value of VND 25,892.10 billion or US$982.62 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$27.89 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market weaker, Monday
On January 5, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 26,950, a change of 150 and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,925 (up 0.52 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,124, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,275.
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