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Taiwan ships US$3.01 billion of goods to Vietnam in September, down 1.84 percent
Vietnam’s imports from Taiwan fell 1.84 percent in September 2025 to US$3.01 billion, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$24.12 billion.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 5.33 points, foreign traders net-sell US$56.51 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index rose 5.33 points, or 0.32 percent, to close at 1,685.83, October 29, with foreign traders net-selling US$56.51 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens dong central exchange rate, Wednesday
The Vietnamese dong strengthened slightly on both official and unofficial markets on 29 October, narrowing the spread between the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) rate and the black-market.
Singapore buys US$504 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 4.41 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Singapore rose 4.41 percent in September 2025 to reach US$503.95 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports stood at US$4.34 billion, led by strong shipments of computers, machinery, and transportation equipment.
Chemical products imports into Vietnam, up 3.44 percent in September, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s chemical imports reached US$696.96 million in September 2025, up 3.44 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Yarn exports from Vietnam down 6.44 percent in September 2025, China and South Korea top buyers
Vietnam’s yarn exports fell 6.4 percent month-on-month in September 2025 to US$355.87 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Shipments to China, the largest buyer, dropped 2.9 percent to US$195.54 million, while exports to South Korea and the USA fell 5.8 and 15 percent respectively. Bangladesh
Philippines ships US$190.92 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 3.72 percent
Vietnam’s imports from the Philippines reached US$190.92 million in September 2025, rising 3.72 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$1.81 billion.
Vietnam C.bank keeps dong central exchange rate steady, Tuesday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate slightly decreased to VND 25,095 per US dollar, down 0.01 percent from the previous day. The Black market rates were unchanged, with buying at VND 27,720 and selling at VND 27,770, keeping the mid-market rate stable at VND 27,745 per US dollar.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 27.96 points, foreign traders net-buy US$57.69 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index rose 27.96 points, or 1.69 percent, to close at 1,680.50 on trading value of VND 29.64 trillion or US$1.12 billion, with foreign investors net-buying US$57.69 millions worth of stocks, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Taiwan buys US$536 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 0.87 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Taiwan reached US$535.67 million in September 2025, slightly down 0.87 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.95 billion.
Plastic products imports into Vietnam, up 3.14 percent in September, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of plastic products reached US$979.07 million in September 2025, up 3.14 percent month-on-month, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$7.87 billion.
Insulated wires and cables exports to the USA down 8.74 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s exports of insulated wires and cables reached US$374.44 million in September, down 4.52 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$3.24 billion.
India ships US$497.57 million of goods to Vietnam in September, down 3.34 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from India fell by 3.34 percent month-on-month to US$497.57 million in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$4.35 billion.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 30.64 points, foreign traders net-sell US$42.5 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,652.54, down 30.64 points or 1.82 percent, with foreign traders net-selling US$42.5 millions worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Black market—official Vietnam dong rate gap widens, Monday
The gap between the official and black-market mid-rates widened to VND 2,648, equal to 10.55 percent, compared with 9.85 percent on 24 October, Monday.
Petroleum products imports into Vietnam down 6.48 percent in September, South Korea and Singapore top suppliers
Vietnam imported petroleum products worth US$521.46 million in September 2025, down 6.48 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$5.21 billion.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, Business & Economy, 27 October 2025
This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today in Vietnam’s state-approved media. It compiles coverage from official outlets such as Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and VN Express, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
Indonesia buys US$438 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 9.94 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Indonesia reached US$438.49 million in September, down 9.94 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.27 billion. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.27 billion.
Digital camera exports from Vietnam up 1.3 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of still image, video cameras and parts reached US$842.87 million in September 2025, rising 1.3 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$5.86 billion.
US—Vietnam trade agreement framework announced via joint statement
The United States and Vietnam have agreed on a Framework for an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade to deepen their bilateral economic relationship, the two countries have said in a statement.
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