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.
Interview: Hugo Bosch, HSC’s Emerging Asia Podcast Host RE: Middle East Conflict / Vietnam Stock Market
This is an interview with Hugo Bosch, host of Ho Chi Minh Securities’ Emerging Asia Podcast, about the impact the conflict in the Middle East is having on Vietnam’s stock market.
Interview: Michael Kokalari, Chief Economist VinaCapital, RE: Oil Shock, Growth Risks & Vietnam
In this interview, Michael Kokalari discusses how escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in global energy flows could impact Vietnam’s economy, markets, and investment outlook.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 2.55 points, foreign traders net-sell US$31.31 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,677.54, up 2.55 points or 0.15 percent, with a total trading value of VND 15,152.24 billion or US$575.04 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$31.31 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, April 07, 2026
On April 7, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,050 and the sell rate was VND 27,100, a change of 250, and 250, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,075 (down 0.91 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Total down -6.70% MoM in March 2026 / Asia -6.30%, Europe -9.20%
In March, Vietnam counted 2,080,079 tourist arrivals, a decrease of -6.70 percent from February, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 9.05 points, foreign traders net-sell US$4.52 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,674.99, down 9.05 points or 0.54 percent, with a total trading value of VND 17,891.71 billion or US$679.00 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$4.52 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, April 06, 2026
On April 6, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,300 and the sell rate was VND 27,350, a change of 180, and 170, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,325 (down 0.64 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam News Today, April 06 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: TikTok investment HCMC, Halal market ambitions, Trade minister in US, Malt producer losses mount, Average monthly income, Government holds firm on 10% growth target, Possible visit from Japan PM, Fuel supply till end-April, Renewable energy firms’ losses, Embattled steel maker looking to expand into other sectors, Average wage in Vietnam Q1 2026, March inflation, Q1 trade data, Q1 FDI data, Q1 retail sales data, Q1 Industrial Production Index, Q1 GDP growth, and more.
Average wage in Vietnam rises 8.5 percent year on year in Q1 2026 as income growth outpaces inflation
Workers’ incomes in Vietnam continued to improve in the first quarter of 2026, with average monthly income reaching VND 9.0 million (US$342), up 3.8 percent from the previous quarter and 8.5 percent year on year, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam exports rise 19.1 percent to US$122.9 billion in Q1 2026 as foreign-invested sector dominates trade growth
Vietnam’s merchandise exports recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, supported by continued expansion in foreign-invested manufacturing and a sharp rebound in March shipments, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam foreign investment jumps 42.9 percent to US$15.2 billion in Q1 2026 on surge in new project capital
Vietnam’s registered foreign investment surged in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a sharp increase in large-scale project approvals and capital inflows, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam retail and services growth reaches 10.9 percent in Q1 2026 on holiday demand and tourism surge
Vietnam’s retail and services sector expanded strongly in the first quarter of 2026, driven by holiday consumption and rising international tourist arrivals, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Q1 2026 GDP growth accelerates to 7.83 percent on industry / services
Vietnam’s economy expanded 7.83 percent year on year in the first quarter of 2026, accelerating from 7.07 percent in the same period last year, with growth broad-based across sectors and led by industry and services, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Electricity production in Vietnam up 24.19 percent in February / year-on-year -5.31%, YTD +4.97%
Vietnam produced 24.58 billion kWh of electricity in February, up 24.19 percent from 19.80 billion kWh in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam imports from Philippines down 34.45 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -43.69%, iron and steel +31.33%
In February, Vietnam imported US$161.89 million worth of goods from the Philippines, down from US$246.98 million in January, a change of -34.45 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Belgium down 34.63 percent February 2026 MoM / footwear -47.53%, iron and steel 34.37%
In February, Vietnam exported US$213 million worth of goods to Belgium, down 34.63 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam plastic products exports down 34.50 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -36.19%, Japan -27.48%
Vietnam exported plastic products to the tune of US$459 million in February, down from US$701 million in January, a change of -34.50 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from Italy down 31.04 percent February 2026 MoM / pharmaceutical products -60.56%, fabrics +6.03%
In February, Vietnam imported US$134.11 million worth of goods from Italy, down from US$194.49 million in January, a change of -31.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, black market dong weaker, April 03, 2026
On April 3, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,480 and the sell rate was VND 27,520, a change of 60, and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,500 (up 0.20 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 10.78 points, foreign traders net-sell US$59.54 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,684.04, down 10.78 points or 0.64 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,128.89 billion or US$801.86 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$59.54 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
In today’s Vietnam news: Facebook account theft ring shut down, Minimum wage to rise from Jan 1, Nuclear power project reorganisation proposed, No jail
In today’s Vietnam news: Research prosecution exemption, Fuel retailer losses, Semiconductor degree requirements, Eurocham BCI, Government bond auction Wednesday, Australia tourist visa problems, Coffee
In today’s Vietnam news: Accor-Sun Group agreement, US largest ethanol supplier, Demographic dividend to end 3 years early, Maritime economy development, ACV looking to
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
This is an interview with John Gardner, CEO and Founding Partner, at Optimum Hospitality in Ho Chi Minh City. It covers fuel price impacts on:
This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It