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’s fabric imports decline 4.61 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s fabric imports fell by 4.61 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$1.03 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This decline follows January’s total of US$1.08 billion, bringing the year-to-date figure to US$2.11 billion.
Vietnam’s coffee exports rise by 32.28 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of coffee increased by 32.28 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$964.31 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s ceramic products exports decline by 19.44 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products decreased by 24.28 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$43.94 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Education costs in Vietnam rise slightly in February: CPI data
Education costs in Vietnam increased by 0.02 percent in February, driven by higher stationery and school supply prices, according to Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Food and beverage service costs in Vietnam rise in February: CPI data
Food and beverage service costs in Vietnam increased by 0.43 percent in January, contributing 0.14 percentage points to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index. The rise was driven by higher prices for prepared food and dining services, while raw food prices declined, according a press release from the General Office of Statistics (GSO).
Vietnam’s LPG imports plunge 59.28 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports saw a sharp decline of 59.28 percent month-on-month in February, totaling US$63.51 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant drop from the US$155.97 million recorded in January, bringing year-to-date imports to US$220.04 million.
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and cosmetics rise 31.76 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils, resinoids, perfumery, and cosmetic or toilet preparations grew by 31.76 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$122.95 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This increase follows January’s total of US$93.32 million, bringing the year-to-date figure to US$216.29 million.
Vietnam’s coal exports surge by 153.30 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of coal increased by 153.30 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$16.18 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Household equipment and appliance prices in Vietnam rise .05 percent in February: CPI data
Household equipment and appliance prices in Vietnam increased by 0.05 percent in February, driven by higher raw material and transportation costs, according to Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Vietnam’s iron and steel product imports decline by 5.24 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s iron and steel product imports fell by 5.24 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$491.92 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$519.12 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$1.01 billion.
Vietnam’s electric consumer product imports surge 31.33 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of electric consumer products and parts increased by 31.33 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$261.27 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings the total year-to-date imports to US$460.31 million.
Vietnam’s clinker and cement exports rise by 47.98 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of clinker and cement increased by 47.98 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$113.08 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports decline by 21.49 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts decreased by 24.28 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$199.64 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s electricity output rises 12.6 percent in February
Vietnam’s total electricity production and imports reached 22.24 billion kWh in February 2025, marking a 12.6 percent increase compared to the same month in 2024, according to a press release from Electricity Vietnam. The highest daily output was recorded at 876.9 million kWh, with peak capacity reaching 45,458 MW on February 27.
Vietnam drug and medical service costs increase in February: CPI data
Drug and medical service costs in Vietnam rose by 0.31 percent in February, driven by higher medical service fees and increased demand for medications, according to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index. The medical services price index increased by 0.36 percent following the implementation of new service pricing under Circular No. 21/2024/TT-BYT, issued by the Ministry of Health.
Vietnam’s iron and steel imports surge by 50.89 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s iron and steel imports rose sharply by 50.89 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$1.04 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$691.29 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$1.73 billion.
Vietnam’s crude oil imports surge 30.73 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s crude oil imports increased by 30.73 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$804.76 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total year-to-date crude oil imports to US$1.46 billion.
Vietnam’s gasoline production declines by 3.8% in February 2025
Vietnam’s gasoline production has seen a slight decrease in the first two months of 2025. According to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics, the country produced 1.40 million tons of gasoline in January 2025. In February, this figure increased slightly to 1.40 million tons.
Vietnam News Roundup: March 7 to March 13
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Vietnam’s cotton imports surge 33.28 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s cotton imports rose significantly by 33.28 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$300.99 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This increase brings total year-to-date imports to US$526.95 million.
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