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.
South Korea ships US$5.03 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, up 2.57 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$5,034.07 million worth of goods from South Korea, up from US$4,908.13 million in October, a change of 2.57 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Coal imports Vietnam, down 23.98 percent in November, Australia / Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam imported coal to the tune of US$378 million in November, down from US$498 million in October, a change of -23.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s Economy / Performance / November 2025: Unpacked
Vietnam’s economy showed a strong upward trajectory in November; however, sustainability concerns persist. This article looks at key Vietnam economic indicators in November and what they might mean moving forward.
Thailand ships US$1.05 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 13.29 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$1,051.11 million worth of goods from Thailand, down from US$1,212.26 million in October, a change of -13.29 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 3.32 points, foreign traders net-sell US$33.36 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,676.98, up 3.32 points or 0.20 percent, with a total trading value of VND 18,581.72 billion or US$705.19 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$33.36 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 unchanged, Thursday
On December 18, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 26,950, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,925 (down 0.00 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,151, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,330.
Malaysia buys US$473 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, up 3.20 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$473 million worth of goods to Malaysia, up 3.20 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, December 18 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: outbound investment, South Korea medical container factory, MoU Banking Academy / Vantage Foundation, HSR train tech Siemens / VinSpeed, military weapons online sales, exchange rate forecast, successful privatisation Vietnam shoemaker, Song Ba Ha Hydro dividend payment, fake fire extinguishers, South Korea rare earths development Vietnam, Sony investment record label, FTZ for HCMC, illegal currency trade, exchange rate Wednesday, stock market Wednesday, exports to Japan, iron and steel imports, and more.
Taiwan ships US$2.76 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 7.66 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$2,761.10 billion worth of goods from Taiwan, down from US$2,990.01 million in October, a change of -7.66 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, Wednesday
On December 17, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 26,950, a change of 0 and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,925 (down 0.09 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,146, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,332.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 5.52 points, foreign traders net-buy US$0.11 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,673.66, down 5.52 points or 0.33 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,532.14 billion or US$741.26 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$0.11 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Japan buys US$2.34 billion of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 1.71 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$2,342 million worth of goods to Japan, down 1.71 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Iron and steel products imports Vietnam, up 2.79 percent in November, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported iron and steel products to the tune of US$752 million in November, up from US$731 million in October, a change of 2.79 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Thailand ships US$1.05 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 13.29 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$1,051.11 million worth of goods from Thailand, down from US$1,212.26 million in October, a change of -13.29 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 33.17 points, foreign traders net-buy US$0.19 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,679.18, up 33.17 points or 2.02 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,450.67 billion or US$927.92 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$0.19 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 rate stronger,Tuesday
On December 16, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 27,000, a change of 200 and 180, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,950 (down 0.70 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,141, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,342.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Oceania were up 4.9 percent in November
In November, Oceania accounted for 53,663 tourist arrivals, an increase of 4.90 percent from October, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Japan ships US$1.96 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 10.11 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$1,962.83 billion worth of goods from Japan, down from US$2,183.62 million in October, a change of -10.11 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$22,382 million worth of goods from Japan. Vietnam imported US$633.71 million
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 0.88 points, foreign traders net-buy US$26.22 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,646.01, down 0.88 points or 0.05 percent, with a total trading value of VND 18,742.89 billion or US$711.31 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$26.22 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, Monday
On December 15, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,100 and the sell rate was VND 27,180, a change of 0 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,140 (down 0.04 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,144, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,319.
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