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.
How to Export Footwear from Vietnam 2026: Regulations, Procedures & More
Vietnam footwear manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest footwear manufacturing industries in the world. In this light, there is a huge opportunity in buying and exporting Vietnamese footwear around the world. This can be very profitable but there are a few nuances to the process that foreign firms looking to export footwear from Vietnam should be mindful of.
Vietnam exports to USA in January 2026 down 3.47% MoM | coffee -17.79%, textiles & garments -18.52%
In January, Vietnam exported US$13,898 million worth of goods to the USA, down 3.47 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam car sales up 90% YoY in January | Ford up 108.85%, Mitsubishi up 193.65%, Toyota up 45.01%
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 29,774 units in January compared to 42,701 units in December. Year-to-date, the VAMA has recorded 29,774 Total car sales. This is compared to 15,676 units over the same period in 2025, according to the latest data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association.
Vietnam ministry proposes increasing airline foreign ownership cap from 34% to 49%
A draft aviation decree proposes raising the foreign ownership cap in Vietnamese airlines to a maximum of 49 percent from the current 34 percent, local news outlet Tuoi Tre has reported. This is a promising sign for the local aviation industry, which is thirsty for capital; however, it’s not at all clear that this is likely to happen.
Vietnam textile & garment exports January 2026 down 11.07 percent, USA down 18.52%, Japan down 12.37%
Vietnam exported textiles and garments to the tune of US$3,250 million in January, down from US$3,655 million in December, a change of -11.07 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Alcohol in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Risks, Opportunities, and Key Players
Vietnam’s alcohol market is one of the largest in Southeast Asia, shaped by rising incomes, changing consumer preferences, and strong cultural traditions around drinking. This article breaks down key data points, trends, risks, opportunities, and more.
Whisky in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Data, and Key Players
Vietnam’s whisky market is still relatively young compared to its established beer and rice wine traditions, but it is growing steadily as rising incomes, urbanisation, and shifting consumer tastes drive demand for premium spirits. This article highlights key Vietnam whiskey data, opportunities, challenges, and more.
Vodka in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Challenges, Opportunities, Imports, and Key Players
Vietnam’s vodka market is a relatively small but visible segment of the country’s broader spirits industry. This article breaks that segment down into imports and exports, key challenges, opportunities, and more.
Eggs in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
Vietnam’s egg market plays a crucial role in the country’s food supply, sitting at the intersection of traditional diets and modern retail trends. This article looks at Vietnam’s egg market including key trends, popular products, imports, exports, and more.
Butter in Vietnam 2026: Market Trends, Imports, and Key Players
Vietnam’s butter market is a niche but steadily growing segment within the country’s broader dairy industry, driven by rising incomes, Western-style dietary trends, and expanding demand from the bakery, confectionery, and food service sectors.
Has Vietnam Reached Peak Garment & Textile Manufacturing?
Vietnam’s garment and textile exports fell short of expectations in 2025. Is this a sign that Vietnam’s garment and textile industry may have peaked?
Vietnam News Today, February 10 2026, Business & Economy
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Beer production in Vietnam reaches 431.5 million litres in January / down 3.73 percent month-on-month
Vietnam produced 431.50 million litres of beer in January, down 3.73 percent from 448.20 million litres in December, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Made in Vietnam 2026: Goods, Brands, and Manufacturing Insights
Over the past two decades, generous tax incentives and an abundance of low-cost labour have made Vietnam a very attractive option for firms looking to diversify their manufacturing supply chains. This article looks at some of the many big brands and common goods that are now being made in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Food and Beverage Industry 2026: Market Trends, Exports, and Key Players
Vietnam’s food and beverage–or F&B–industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including rapid urbanisation, rising disposable incomes, and a burgeoning middle class. The country’s rich culinary heritage, coupled with increasing consumer demand for diverse and convenient food options, has created a dynamic and promising market.
Vietnam’s Beer Industry 2026: Culture, Brands & Regulations
Vietnamese are among the biggest beer drinkers in Southeast Asia. In fact, by consumption, international beverage and hospitality firm, Kirin Holdings, found that Vietnam had the seventh highest beer consumption in the world after Germany but, notably, before the United Kingdom which was in position eight.
Vietnam’s Education Industry 2026: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
Vietnam’s education industry has experienced significant transformation and growth over the past few decades, positioning the country as a rising star in Southeast Asia. In 2026, the education sector continues to be a critical area of focus for the government as it seeks to support rapid economic growth, modernise its workforce, and integrate into the global economy. This overview outlines the key trends, challenges, and developments shaping Vietnam’s education industry in 2024.
Top Vietnamese Coffee Brands 2026: Filter, Instant & More
Vietnamese coffee brands are a dime a dozen in line with coffee being a huge part of life in Vietnam. From the streets of Hanoi to the mountains of Da Lat, casual conversation over coffee with friends has become a national pastime. This article details the most well known Vietnamese coffee brands that foreign coffee buyers should be aware of.
Where are Nikes Made in Indonesia 2026? Factories, Footwear & Apparel
Nike products are manufactured in Indonesia primarily in West Java and Central Java, two of the country’s main industrial hubs. Key manufacturing zones include areas around Bandung, Cianjur, Karawang, and Semarang, where Nike’s supplier factories produce footwear, apparel, and equipment. These locations offer access to skilled labour, established infrastructure, and proximity to export ports, making them strategic sites in Nike’s global supply chain.
How to Source & Import Products from Vietnam 2026: A Complete Guide
Foreign firms manufacturing in Vietnam count themselves as part of one of the fastest growing manufacturing industries in the world. In this light, there is a huge opportunity in buying and exporting Vietnam-made products around the world. This can be very profitable but there are a few nuances to the process that foreign firms looking to open a factory in Vietnam or export good from Vietnam more generally should be mindful of.
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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
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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It