Services & Trade
This category includes the service sector, retail, logistics, finance, e-commerce, and tourism, alongside trade policy and investment trends. It covers import/export dynamics, banking regulations, stock market movements, and infrastructure development. With increasing integration into regional and global trade, this section provides insights into consumer behavior, foreign investment, and evolving service industries.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 11, 2026
On May 11, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,420, and the sell rate was VND 26,470, a change of 30 and 30, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,445 (down 0.11 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 6.36 points, foreign traders net-sell US$33.74 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,915.37, up 6.36 points or 0.33 percent, with a total trading value of VND 28,137.62 billion or US$1067.84 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$33.74 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 08, 2026
On May 8, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,450 and the sell rate was VND 26,500, a change of 130, and 120, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,475 (down 0.47 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 17.81 points, foreign traders net-sell US$11.84 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,909.01, up 17.81 points or 0.94 percent, with a total trading value of VND 30,043.34 billion or US$1140.16 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$11.84 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank leaves central exchange rate unchanged, black market dong flat, May 07, 2026
On May 7, Vietnam’s black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,580 and the sell rate was VND 26,620, unchanged, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,600, according to Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s Tourism Industry Takes Fuel Crisis Hit to International Arrivals, Resort Construction
Few industries in Vietnam are feeling the impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz more than tourism, with higher fuel prices leading to a decline in international arrivals and delaying new resort and hotel projects due to fuel shortages and higher construction costs.
Vietnam government sells US$209 million in bonds, demand concentrated in 5–10 year tenors
Vietnam’s State Treasury raised VND 5,500 billion (US$209 million) at its May 6 auction, with demand concentrated in shorter tenors.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 16.35 points, foreign traders net-sell US$41.78 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,891.20, up 16.35 points or 0.87 percent, with a total trading value of VND 23,825.58 billion or US$904.20 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$41.78 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 06, 2026
On May 6, Vietnam’s black market US dollar rates were quoted at VND 26,580 (buy) and VND 26,620 (sell), both up 40, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,600, down 0.15 percent, according to Ty Gia USD.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from total down -2.30% MoM in April 2026 / Americas -10.70%, Asia -2.30%
In April, total tourist arrivals reached 2,031,519, down 2.30 percent from March 2026, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam Stock Market Outlook May 2026: Energy Down, Vingroup Up
April saw Vietnam’s energy stocks fall sharply even as global oil prices surged, as government fuel price caps prevented companies from passing on rising costs.
Vietnam News Today, May 06 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Deputy PM calls for lower interest rates, Petrolimex statement publication inconsistencies, LNG power plant offtake capped at 75 percent, Be riding-hailing increases fares, Intel relocation Costa Rica to VN, Fines unemployment insurance payment delays, Solar power FiTs too low, Fixed contract level electricity idea rejected, Pushback automotive sector removal conditional business lines, Stock market Tuesday, Exchange rates Tuesday, Vietnam news roundup Tuesday, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 20.79 points, foreign traders net-sell US$37.69 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,874.85, up 20.79 points or 1.12 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,355.04 billion or US$848.39 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$37.69 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 05, 2026
On May 5, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,620, and the sell rate was VND 26,660, a change of 50 and 60, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,640 (down 0.21 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 0.04 points, foreign traders net-sell US$39.13 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,854.06, down 0.04 points or 0.00 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,186.59 billion or US$804.05 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$39.13 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 4, 2026
On May 4, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,670 and the sell rate was VND 26,720, a change of 80 and 80, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,695 (down 0.30 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s USTR “Priority Foreign Country” Designation: Unpacked
The USTR has tagged Vietnam as a “Priority Foreign Country” in its latest Special 301 Report. Here’s what it says about why it made the decision.
Vietnam inflation hits 5.46 percent year on year in April 2026
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 5.46 percent year on year in April 2026, marking a sharp increase in headline inflation, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Vietnam trade deficit widens to US$7.11 billion in first four months of 2026
Vietnam’s merchandise trade expanded sharply in early 2026, with imports outpacing exports and pushing the trade balance into deficit, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam retail sales rise 11.1 percent in first four months of 2026
Vietnam’s retail sales of goods and consumer services maintained solid growth in early 2026, supported by strong demand across goods, hospitality, and tourism, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
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