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.
Iron and steel exports from Vietnam up 14.94 percent in September 2025, Cambodia and Italy top buyers
Vietnam’s iron and steel exports reached US$496.95 million in September 2025, up 14.94 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports climbed to US$5.17 billion.
Vietnam’s Vingroup signs MOU with Congo to develop real estate, electric vehicle market
Vingroup has signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to develop a 6,300-hectare riverside megacity and help the country transition over 300,000 petrol vehicles to electric ones, Nguoi Quan Sat has reported.
France buys US$337 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 5.97 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to France fell by 5.97 percent in September 2025 compared with August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total export value reached US$337.35 million, bringing the year-to-date figure to nearly US$2.98 billion.
Intel is planning to expand its operations in Vietnam: local media
Intel plans to shift more of its assembly, packaging, and testing operations from Costa Rica to Vietnam, VnExpress has reported
Plastic products exports from Vietnam to the USA down 6.98 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s exports of plastic products declined month-on-month in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total export value reached US$592.93 million, down from US$637.43 million in August.
Beer production in Vietnam up 4.52 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s beer production rose 4.52 percent month-on-month in September to 424 million litres, up from 405 million litres in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Bags, headgear and umbrella exports from Vietnam to the USA down 11.93 percent in September
The United States remained Vietnam’s largest market, though exports fell 16.83 percent to US$156.70 million. Shipments to Japan also dropped 16 percent to US$23.75 million, while the Netherlands decreased 7.22 percent to US$20.46 million.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, Business & Economy, 23 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 CafeF, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam up 3.91 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports rose 3.91 percent in September 2025 to US$491.30 million, up from US$472.79 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Singapore ships US$455.89 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 9.34 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Singapore rose 9.34 percent in September 2025 to US$455.89 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Japan review finds ODA power project in Vietnam falls far short of output goals
A Japan-funded power plant in southern Vietnam, has drastically underperformed—operating at only 3 to 5 percent of its generation targets—after delays in gas supply forced it to burn costly heavy oil, a Board of Audit of Japan (BAJ) report has found.
Iron & steel imports for Vietnam, up 15.30 percent month-on-month in September, China and Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam’s exports of iron and steel fell 15.30 percent month-on-month to US$804.13 million in September 2025, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Toy and sporting goods exports from Vietnam down 1.55 percent in September 2025, USA and Japan top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports requisites, including parts and accessories, dipped 1.55 percent month-on-month to US$1.06 billion in September 2025, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Phones exported from Vietnam down 5.61 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of telephones, mobile phones, and parts fell 5.61 percent month-on-month to US$5.41 billion in September 2025, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Computer and electrical products exports from Vietnam up 4.31 percent in September 2025, USA and China top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of computers, electrical products, and spare parts rose 4.31 percent month-on-month in September 2025 to US$10.59 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Growth was led by the U.S., which imported US$4.18 billion, up 8.26 percent month-on-month.
Machine and equipment imports for Vietnam, up 0.90 percent month-on-month in September, China and Japan top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of machines, equipment, tools, and instruments increased 0.9 percent month-on-month to US$5.41 billion in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
South Korea’s OCI expands solar wafer production in Vietnam through US$78 million acquisition
South Korea’s OCI Holdings, through its subsidiary OCI TerraSus, has acquired a 65 percent stake in Elite Solar Power Wafer, a company constructing a 2.7GW solar wafer plant in Vietnam, according to an announcement from the group.
Wood exports from Vietnam down 6.95 percent in September 2025, USA and China top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of wood and wooden products totalled US$1.36 billion in September 2025, down 6.95 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Motor vehicles imports for Vietnam up 10.53 percent month-on-month, China and Indonesia top sources
Vietnam’s motor vehicle imports reached US$401.62 million in September 2025, up 10.53 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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).
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