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 weaker, July 03, 2026
On July 3, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,620, and the sell rate was VND 26,650, a change of 40 and 40, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,635 (up 0.15 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 0.86 points, foreign traders net-sell US$16.66 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,866.35, down 0.86 points or 0.05 percent, with a total trading value of VND 17,237.86 billion or US$654.19 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$16.66 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, July 02, 2026
On July 2, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,580, and the sell rate was VND 26,610, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,595 (down 0.00 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 7.20 points, foreign traders net-buy US$12.60 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,867.21, up 7.20 points or 0.39 percent, with a total trading value of VND 17,183.80 billion or US$652.14 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$12.60 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, July 01, 2026
On July 1, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,580, and the sell rate was VND 26,610, a change of 269 and 110, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,595 (up 0.30 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, June 30, 2026
On June 30, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,312, and the sell rate was VND 26,720, a change of 389 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,516 (down 0.73 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 5.04 points, foreign traders net-sell US$45.24 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,860.01, up 5.04 points or 0.27 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,383.27 billion or US$735.61 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$45.24 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 16.94 points, foreign traders net-sell US$30.21 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,854.97, down 16.94 points or 0.90 percent, with a total trading value of VND 17,396.16 billion or US$660.20 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$30.21 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam News Today, June 29 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Ethical / cultural business standards framework, Floating solar project, Embattled construction firm investment spinoff, Raising public debt ceiling, Selling excess residential solar, JJapan support strategic oil reserve, Movement on competitive retail electricity market, Women employed in FDI sector, Royalties for cafe music, Film industry development Hollywood perspectives, Stock market Friday, LPG imports May, Friday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 8.84 points, foreign traders net-buy US$12.37 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,871.91, up 8.84 points or 0.47 percent, with a total trading value of VND 16,109.64 billion or US$611.37 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$12.37 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam LPG imports down 46.84 percent in May compared to April
Vietnam imported LPG to the tune of US$206 million in May, down from US$387 million in April, a change of -46.84 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, June 26 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: GS TL on AI, Saigon Economic Times last issue, Fuel prices cut, Vinhomes issuing more bonds, Counterfeit Korean cosmetics store, Biometric authentication business transactions, VN-US customs data exchange agreement, Agoda data Vietnam tourism growth, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, Fertiliser imports May, State Bank of Vietnam to exclude some major projects from credit growth limits, Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup, and more.
Vietnam Fuel Prices Tracker: June 25, Update
This article tracks developments in Vietnam’s energy sector in the context of the emerging conflict in Iran and its impact on energy resources moving through the Strait of Hormuz.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 14.95 points, foreign traders net-sell US$40.99 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,863.07, down 14.95 points or 0.80 percent, with a total trading value of VND 16,113.82 billion or US$611.53 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$40.99 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, June 25, 2026
On June 25, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,600, and the sell rate was VND 26,640, a change of 120 and 140, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,620 (up 0.49 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam fertiliser imports fall 15.47 percent in May over April
Vietnam imported fertiliser to the tune of US$128 million in May, down from US$152 million in April, a change of -15.47 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
State Bank of Vietnam to exclude some major projects from credit growth limits
This seems to be a part of a trend where lending goals running up against risk-mitigating regulations are not forcing a rethink of those goals, but rather the regulations holding them back. A trend that could have significant economic implications.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 8.98 points, foreign traders net-sell US$23.34 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,878.02, up 8.98 points or 0.48 percent, with a total trading value of VND 18,166.71 billion or US$689.44 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$23.34 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, June 24, 2026
On June 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,480, and the sell rate was VND 26,500, a change of 270 and 280, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,490 (down 1.03 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam coal imports down 0.73 percent May over April
Vietnam imported coal to the tune of US$964 million in May, down from US$971 million in April, a change of -0.73 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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
In today’s Vietnam news: Vietnam Airlines trading restrictions removed, Insurance payouts VSS, Car sales June, 23+ years prison term recommended counterfeit supplements, Counterfeit shoes
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