Manufacturing & Industry
This category focuses on industrial production, from electronics and textiles to automotive and heavy industry. It covers FDI trends, supply chain developments, factory expansions, and government regulations shaping the industrial landscape. As a key driver of economic growth, manufacturing plays a crucial role in global supply chains, technological advancements, and industrial competitiveness.
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).
Aviation in Vietnam: New HCMC Airport Trial Operations Start September
Expectations and commitments appear increasingly disconnected from on-the-ground progress, raising questions about whether the current timetable remains achievable.
Vietnam Manufacturing Picks Up as Companies Build Inventories: S&P Global
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector improved in May, with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI rising to 52.8 from 50.5 in April, according to S&P Global’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). A reading above 50 indicates that the sector is growing.
Vinhomes’ Gold-for-Real Estate Scheme Regulatory Red Flags
This scheme should raise some red flags with Vietnam’s regulators and macro policy hawks, and it will be interesting to see if it is allowed to go ahead, and if so, if anyone actually takes up the offer.
Vietnam footwear exports see double digit month-on-month growth in April 2026
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,216 million in April, up from US$1,951 million in March, a change of 13.59 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam textile and garment exports down 2.35 percent MoM in April 2026 / USA -1.02%, Japan -16.79%
Vietnam exported textiles and garments to the tune of US$3,081 million in April, down from US$3,156 million in March, a change of -2.35 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Thailand approves jet fuel exports to Vietnam, Philippines
Thailand’s National Security Council has approved aviation fuel exports to Vietnam and the Philippines after both governments requested support from Thailand, Nation Thailand has reported. This comes as jet fuel supply disruptions weigh heavily on Vietnam’s aviation industry.
Petrol mixed with diesel but sold anyway raises questions RE: Vietnam fuel market regulation
Police allegations that a Petrolimex manager diluted contaminated diesel and continued selling it raise broader questions about financial pressure inside Vietnam’s regulated fuel market.
Vietnam cosmetics imports top US$170.87 million in April 2026, down 7.17 percent vs. March
Vietnam imported cosmetics to the tune of US$171 million in April, down from US$184 million in March, a change of -7.17 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$646 million worth of cosmetics by the end of April. The data
Vietnam Manufacturing Profit Margins Hit As Fuel Prices Drive Up Input Costs
Manufacturing in Vietnam is feeling the heat from higher input costs on rising fuel prices. This has led the sector onto rocky ground, with new orders falling and increased costs eating into profit margins.
Vietnam wheat imports reached US$288.82 million in April 2026, up 0.15 percent MoM
Vietnam imported wheat to the tune of US$289 million in April, up from US$288 million in March, a change of 0.15 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam chemicals imports reached US$990.60 million in April 2026, up 11.02 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported chemicals to the tune of US$991 million in April, up from US$892 million in March, a change of 11.02 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s Airlines’ Unique Vulnerabilities Amid Rising Jet Fuel Prices
Unlike larger regional competitors with stronger balance sheets and greater pricing flexibility, Vietnam’s airlines are entering the latest fuel shock carrying heavy debt loads, operating under domestic airfare caps, and facing tighter funding conditions.
Vietnam News Today, May 18 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: CAAV on airline impact fuel prices, Vietnam Airlines fuel price impacts, Electricity use hits new peak, Vietnam Airlines salary cuts + workforce trimming, State Bank relaxes loan-deposit ratio rules, Shoppee misleading promotion fine, MPS to tighten oversight of foreigners, PM on reducing fire safety / environment regulations, China pulls out of ore mine, MoF pushes back on consumers absorbing EVN losses, Party member bonuses, Nghi Son oil shipment clears US Hormuz blockade, 13 bidding for stake in beer maker, and more.
Vietnam computers and electronics imports reached US$18.76 billion in April 2026, up 6.17 percent month-on-month
Vietnam imported computers and electronics to the tune of US$18,763 million in April, up from US$17,672 million in March, a change of 6.17 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam iron and steel imports reached US$1,008.05 million in April 2026, up 13.08 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported iron and steel to the tune of US$1,008 million in April, up from US$891 million in March, a change of 13.08 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam crude oil imports value up 30.24 percent in April 2026 / Nigeria -43.27%, Kuwait -100.00%
Vietnam imported crude oil to the tune of US$716 million in April, up from US$550 million in March, a change of 30.24 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Interview: Chris Walker | Vietnam Sourcing Expert | RE: Apparel manufacturing Vietnam + rising fuel prices
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are affecting apparel manufacturing, transport costs, and factory profit margins.
Motorbike production in Vietnam down 1.31 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 361.34 thousand motorbikes in April, down 1.31 percent from 366.13 thousand in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
In today’s Vietnam news: Fuel prices cut, Double-digit growth target reinforced, New airport services delay approval requested, TikTok VN investment, Bybit in Vietnam, LG
In today’s Vietnam news: VN renews antidumping tariffs on Thai sugar, Power supply challenges continue, USTR tariffs forced labour, AMRO growth forecast downgrade, Foreign
In today’s Vietnam news: Fund outflows May, New HCMC airport trial operations to begin September, M&A HCMC 2026, Compensation for gas-to-electric bike switch Hanoi,
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
This is an interview with John Gardner, CEO and Founding Partner, at Optimum Hospitality in Ho Chi Minh City. It covers fuel price impacts on:
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It