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Malaysia takes US$440 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 0.94 percent month-on-month
Vietnam exported goods worth US$436.8 million to Malaysia in September 2025, down 0.9 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$3.89 billion, maintaining Malaysia’s status as one of Vietnam’s key ASEAN trade partners.
Vietnam’s average monthly salary up 9.4 percent year-on-year in Q3 2025
Vietnam’s average monthly wage reached VND 8.37 million or US$318 in the third quarter of 2025, up 9.44 percent from a year earlier, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Car sales in Vietnam rebound 21 percent month-on-month in September
Vietnam’s auto market saw a sharp recovery in September 2025, with total sales reaching 26,291 units, up 21 percent from August but still 18 percent lower than the same month last year, according to the latest data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (VAMA).
Footwear exports from Vietnam fall 14.4 percent in September 2025 amid sharp US slowdown
Vietnam exported footwear worth US$1.71 billion in September 2025, down 14.4 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Phones imported by Vietnam top US$1.21 billions in September 2025, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of telephones, mobile phones, and parts rose 8.9 percent month-on-month to US$1.21 billion in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$8.19 billion.
Asian visitors to Vietnam fall 8.5 percent in September month-on-month
Vietnam welcomed 1.24 million visitors from Asia in September 2025, down 8.5 percent from August, according to the National Statistics Office. Year-to-date arrivals from the region, however, reached 12.24 million, up 17.4 percent compared with the same period last year.
Crude oil production in Vietnam down 1.84 percent in September 2025
Crude oil production in Vietnam fell 1.84 percent month-on-month to 690,000 tonnes in September 2025, according to data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam to introduce gold import quota system, but limits tied to SBV policy goals
Vietnam’s central bank will begin issuing annual import and export quotas for gold starting October 10, 2025, under a new circular, VN Express has reported. However, annual quotas will be set based on monetary policy goals, and foreign reserve levels, which could limit efficacy.
Wood industry in Vietnam under growing strain as new US tariffs reshape export dynamics
Vietnam’s wood industry is under growing strain as new U.S. tariffs reshape export dynamics and raise concerns over the country’s 2025 trade outlook, Dong Nai Online has reported. The article includes comments from Ngo Si Hoai, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Vietnam Timber and Forest Products Association, who says the U.S. decision will significantly affect Vietnamese wood exports, leaving companies little room to adjust in the short term.
F&B: Report finds modest Vietnam H1 revenue growth, number of outlets down 7.1 percent
Vietnam’s food and beverage sector earned VND 406.1 trillion or US$15.4 billion in the first half of 2025, a marginal rise from VND 403.9 trillion or US$15.3 billion a year earlier, according to iPOS.vn and reported by The Investor.
Drinks and tobacco prices in Vietnam up 2.35 percent year-on-year in September
Vietnam’s drinks and tobacco consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.12 percent in September 2025 from the previous month, driven by higher consumer demand during the summer and the Vu Lan Festival, alongside increased production costs, according to the National Statistics Office.
South Korea receives US$2.45 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 6.81 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to South Korea fell 6.8 percent month-on-month to an estimated US$2.45 billion in September 2025, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Japan supplies US$2.22 billion of Vietnam’s imports in September, up 0.71 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Japan fell slightly by 0.7 percent month-on-month to an estimated US$2.22 billion in September 2025, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Stock market: Vietnam’s VN-Index up 31.08 points as foreign traders net-sell US$17.50 million, Friday
Vietnam’s VN-Index closed at 1,747.55 on 10 October, up 31.08 points or 1.81 percent. Trading value reached VND 33.94 trillion (US$1.29 billion), according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. This article covers Vietnam stock market trading data for today including key indexes and foreign trading activity including the most bought and most sold by foreign traders.
Currency: Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, 10 October 2025
The Vietnamese dong held steady on 10 October, with the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) setting the central exchange rate at VND 25,128 per US dollar, down two dong or 0.01 percent from the previous day. This article has key Vietnam dong currency data from today including black market rates, the central rate, interbank interest rates, and open market operations.
Textile and garment exports from Vietnam fall 15.6 percent in September 2025, to USA down 20.1 percent
Vietnam’s exports of textiles and garments fell 15.6 percent month-on-month to an estimated US$3.26 billion in September 2025, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fabrics imported into Vietnam top US$1.3 billion in September 2025, China & Taiwan top suppliers
Vietnam’s fabric imports increased 12.3 percent month-on-month in September 2025, reaching an estimated US$1.31 billion, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Food inflation in Vietnam eases in September as rice prices fall and dining costs stabilise
Food and food services inflation eased to 2.06 percent in September from 2.58 percent in August and 2.92 percent in July, continuing a downward trend from April’s 4.09 percent, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Stock market: Vietnam’s VN-Index up 18.64 points as foreign traders net-sell US$60.95 million, Thursday
This article covers Vietnam stock market trading data for today including key indexes and foreign trading activity including the most bought and most sold by foreign traders.
Currency: Vietnam dong official rate steady as black-market price jumps, Thrusday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was stable on 9 October at VND 25,130 per US$1, while the market-based mid-rate slipped slightly to 26,348 per US$1. The black-market mid-rate, however, jumped to 26,880 per US$1, up 315 dong from the previous day, widening the gap between official and street rates.
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