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 strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 26, 2026
On March 26, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,820, and the sell rate was VND 27,870, a change of 130, and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,845 (down 0.46 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Whisky in Thailand 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
Thailand’s whisky market combines strong domestic consumption with strict alcohol regulation, shaping how both local and international brands operate.
Vietnam government bond auction March 25 raises US$188 million / 37% subscribed
Vietnam government bond auction on March 25 raised VND 4,950 billion (US$188 million), with the sale just 37 percent subscribed, according to the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia down 12.32 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -15.04%, petroleum products -9.60%
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia, down from US$1,035.23 million in January, a change of -12.32 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to India down 14.55 percent February 2026 MoM / phones +44.50%, computers -45.02%
In February, Vietnam exported US$850 million worth of goods to India, down 14.55 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 43.42 points, foreign traders net-sell US$38.10 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,658.19, up 43.42 points or 2.69 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,611.97 billion or US$858.14 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$38.10 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam dong / black market spread blows out to 11.44%, March 25, 2026
On March 25, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,950, and the sell rate was VND 28,000, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,975 (up 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from USA down 22.70% February 2026 MoM / computers -10.76%, soy beans -2.45%
In February, Vietnam imported US$1,462.43 million worth of goods from the USA, down from US$1,891.99 million in January, a change of -22.70 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 23.60 points, foreign traders net-sell US$22.09 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,614.77, up 23.60 points or 1.48 percent, with a total trading value of VND 20,461.21 billion or US$776.52 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$22.09 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, March 24, 2026
On March 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,930, and the sell rate was VND 27,980, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,955 (down 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam fruits and vegetables exports down 45.51% MoM in February 2026 / China -56.82%, USA -36.22%
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$351 million in February, down from US$644 million in January, a change of -45.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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Vietnam’s VN-Index down 56.64 points, foreign traders net-sell US$19.20 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,591.17, down 56.64 points or 3.44 percent, with a total trading value of VND 29,259.80 billion or US$1110.43 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$19.20 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, March 23, 2026
On March 23, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,950, and the sell rate was VND 28,000, a change of 250, and 250, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,975 (up 0.90 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from Thailand down 14.74% February 2026 MoM / Computers -7.76%, cars +57.52%
In February, Vietnam imported US$991.35 million worth of goods from Thailand, down from US$1162.76 million in December, a change of -14.74 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia down 23.40% February 2026 MoM / computers +30.99% phones +46.32%
In February, Vietnam exported US$413 million worth of goods to Malaysia, down 23.40 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Thailand down 2.83% February 2026 MoM / computers +114.55%, phones +13.59%
In February, Vietnam exported US$793 million worth of goods to Thailand, down 2.83 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam clinker and cement exports down 22.82% MoM in February 2026 / Philippines -23.92%, Malaysia -33.93%
Vietnam exported clinker and cement to the tune of US$100 million in February, down from US$130 million in January, a change of -22.82 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Whisky in the Philippines 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
The Philippines is emerging as a dynamic whisky market, driven by rising incomes, urbanisation and shifting consumer preferences toward premium imported spirits.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 51.32 points, foreign traders net-sell US$71.76 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,647.81, down 51.32 points or 3.02 percent, with a total trading value of VND 31,093.41 billion or US$1180.02 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$71.76 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
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