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Dairy imports into Vietnam, down 5.10 percent in September, New Zealand and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s milk and milk product imports fell 5.10 percent month-on-month to US$100.14 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$1.06 billion, with New Zealand remaining the largest supplier at US$19.94 million, down 16.87 percent. The United States rose 22.13
Italy buys US$454 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 3.08 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Italy rose 3.08 percent in September 2025 to US$453.98 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Currency: Vietnam C.bank leaves central exchange rate flat, Thursday
The black-market USD/VND mid-rate rose slightly to 27,780 on October 30 from 27,725 a day earlier, a 0.20 percent increase. Conversely, the official State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) central rate stayed flat at 25,091.
Animal feed production in Vietnam up 0.70 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s animal feed production rose slightly in September 2025, reaching 1.31 million tonnes, up 0.70 percent from August, according to data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 16.26 points, foreign traders net-sell US$44.71 million, Thursday
The VN-Index fell 16.26 points to 1,669.57 on total trading value of VND 23.83 trillion or US$904.42 million, with foreign traders net-selling US$44.71 million worth of stocks, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Belgium ships US$90.21 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 55.61 percent
Vietnam’s imports from Belgium rose 55.61 percent month-on-month to US$90.21 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Philippines buys US$347 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 38.76 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to the Philippines declined sharply in September 2025 to US$346.89 million, down 38.76 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.28 billion.
Pharmaceutical products imports into Vietnam, up 34.34 percent in September, USA and France top suppliers
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical imports rose 34.34 percent month-on-month to US$414.51 million in September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$3.21 billion, led by strong growth from the United States, France, and Germany. The US surged 143 percent month-on-month, becoming a key supplier alongside France
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.
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