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 imports of paper products fall 28.52 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of paper products decreased by 28.52 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$75.05 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$105 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s rubber exports decline by 34.02 percent in January
Vietnam’s rubber exports fell by 34.02 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$298.68 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cement, lime, and plaster production in Vietnam sees annual growth despite January decline
Vietnam’s production of cement, lime, and plaster increased by 112.0 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was a decline from December 2024, when output stood at 155.5 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of cashew nuts fall 6.54 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of cashew nuts fell by 6.54 percent month-on-month in January to US$172.66 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$184.74 million recorded in December. Year-to-date, Vietnam’s total imports of cashew nuts stood at US$172.66 million. Tanzania was the largest supplier, contributing US$88.49
Vietnam’s imports of wheat rise 6.48 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of wheat increased by 6.48 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$107.42 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows an increase from US$100.89 million recorded in December.
Arts, entertainment and recreation sector in Vietnam records US$0.16 million in January FDI
In January, Vietnam’s arts, entertainment, and recreation sector registered a total of US$160,000 in new foreign direct investment (FDI), according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decrease of US$1 million compared to December, which saw US$1.1 million in registered capital.
Vietnam’s imports of paper fall 26.09 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of paper decreased by 26.09 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$154.47 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decrease from US$209.01 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s rice exports decline by 10.54 percent in January
Vietnam’s rice exports fell by 10.54 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$324.89 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s footwear exports fall by 10.16 percent in January
Vietnam’s footwear exports declined by 10.16 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$1.90 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s imports of textile, leather, and footwear materials fall 23.73 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of textile, leather, and footwear materials decreased by 23.73 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$490.89 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$643.60 million recorded in December.
Health and social assistance sector in Vietnam records US$0.19 million in January FDI
In January, Vietnam’s health and social assistance activities sector registered a total of US$190,000 in new foreign direct investment (FDI), according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decrease of US$200,000 compared to December, which saw US$300,000 in registered capital.
Vietnam’s exports of precious stones and metals drop by 8.67 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of precious stones and metals declined by 8.67 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$43.81 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s fishery product exports decline by 11.25 percent in January
Vietnam’s fishery product exports fell by 11.25 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$773.95 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Auto parts production in Vietnam declines in January despite strong baseline growth
Vietnam’s production of spare parts and accessories for motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines increased by 125.7 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was a decline from December 2024, when output was 178.0 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of phones and parts fall in January
Vietnam’s imports of phones and parts decreased to US$856.15 million in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a drop from US$973.97 million recorded in December.
Education and training sector in Vietnam records US$0.19 million in January FDI
In January, Vietnam’s education and training sector registered a total of US$190,000 in new foreign direct investment (FDI) with three new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decrease of US$400,000 compared to December, which saw US$600,000 in registered capital with five new projects.
Education costs in Vietnam decline slightly in January
Education costs in Vietnam fell by 0.04 percent in January, driven by a 0.05 percent decrease in education services, according to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicles fall 46.24 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicles decreased by 46.24 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$163.19 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a significant decline from US$303.57 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s plastics exports fall by 11.04 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of plastics declined by 11.04 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$157.81 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s printing industry output declines in January after strong December
Vietnam’s printing industry recorded a 145.9 percent increase in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was a drop from December 2024, when output stood at 193.7 percent above 2019 levels.
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