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Natural gas production in Vietnam up 1.21 percent in May 2026
Vietnam produced 581.52 million m 3 of natural gas in May, up 1.21 percent from 574.56 million m 3 in April 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Crude oil production in Vietnam up 3.50 percent in May 2026
Vietnam produced 786.69 thousand tonnes of crude oil in May, up 3.50 percent from 760.06 thousand tonnes in April 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam tourist arrivals in May plummet 12.15 percent from April
In May, Vietnam’s total tourist arrivals reached 1,784,683, down 12.15 percent from April, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 7.35 points, foreign traders net-buy US$11.61 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,838.90, up 7.35 points or 0.40 percent, with a total trading value of VND 13,824.91 billion or US$524.66 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$11.61 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, June 05, 2026
On June 5, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,360, and the sell rate was VND 26,390, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,375 (down 0.08 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam exports to France down slightly in April
In April, Vietnam exported US$366 million worth of goods to France, down 0.41 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 12.54 points, foreign traders net-sell US$218.48 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,831.55, up 12.54 points or 0.69 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,116.53 billion or US$839.34 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$218.48 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate stead, black market dong unchanged, June 04, 2026
On June 4, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380, and the sell rate was VND 26,410, unchanged from yesterday, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia record 10.88 percent surge in April over March
In April, Vietnam exported US$621 million worth of goods to Malaysia, up 10.88 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam Government Bond Auction Sees Weak Demand as Yields Continue to Rise
Vietnam’s latest government bond auction attracted limited investor demand, with only 7.9 percent of the VND 17 trillion (US$645 million) on offer successfully sold as yields continued to edge higher, according to the latest release from the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 7.46 points, foreign traders net-sell US$26.26 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,819.01, down 7.46 points or 0.41 percent, with a total trading value of VND 20,562.37 billion or US$780.36 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$26.26 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 weaker, June 03, 2026
On June 3, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380, and the sell rate was VND 26,410, a change of 80 and 90, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,395 (up 0.32 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam Inflation Hits 5.6 percent in May on Rising Utility and Fuel Costs
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.29 percent in May from the previous month, driven primarily by higher electricity, water, housing and fuel costs, although food prices helped moderate overall inflation, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Trade Deficit Reaches US$13.8 Billion Jan – May as Imports Surge
Vietnam’s total trade turnover reached US$445.12 billion during the January-May period, up 25.0 percent year-on-year.
Vietnam Draws US$24.8 Billion in Foreign Investment, Manufacturing Dominates
Vietnam attracted US$24.81 billion in registered foreign investment during the first five months of 2026, up 34.9 percent year-on-year, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Industrial Production Expands at Fastest Pace in Four Years Jan – May
Vietnam’s industrial sector maintained strong momentum in May, with production continuing to accelerate across manufacturing, mining and utilities despite an increasingly uncertain global trade environment, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Vietnam’s exports to Thailand climb 2.72 percent in April
In April, Vietnam exported US$1,086 million worth of goods to Thailand, up 2.72 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 18.07 points, foreign traders net-sell US$20.76 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,826.47, down 18.07 points or 0.98 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,486.23 billion or US$739.52 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$20.76 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, June 02, 2026
On June 2, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,300, and the sell rate was VND 26,320, a change of 100 and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,310 (down 0.44 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam exports to Japan fall 6.95 percent April 2026
In April, Vietnam exported US$2,450 million worth of goods to Japan, down 6.95 percent from March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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