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.
Canada buys US$676 million of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 2.39 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$676 million worth of goods to Canada, up 2.39 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
EU advisory group say Vietnam failing key International Labour Organization obligations under EVFTA
The European Union Domestic Advisory Group has said that Vietnam’s progress on labour rights has not kept pace with the economic benefits generated by the EU-Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement, in a statement released December 1.
Brazil ships US$442.24 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 6.54 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$442.24 million worth of goods from Brazil, up from US$415.10 million in September, a change of 6.54 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam government bond auction sells US$298 million out of US$493.2 million offered
The State Treasury put VND 13,000 billion (US$493.2 million) of government bonds up for auction on 3 December, but only the ten-year tranche managed to sell, yielding VND 7,850 billion (US$298 million) out of a possible VND 8,000 billion (US$303.7 million), according to the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 14.71 points, foreign traders net-buy US$138.37 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,731.77, up 14.71 points or 0.86 percent, with a total trading value of VND 28,594.96 billion or US$1085.20 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$138.37 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank holds central exchange rate steady, black market stronger, Wednesday
On December 3, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,450 and the sell rate was VND 27,520, a change of 70 and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,485 (down 0.31 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,153, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,373.
Belgium ships US$61.45 million of goods to Vietnam in October, down 31.88 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$61.45 million worth of goods from Belgium, down from US$90.21 million in September, a change of -31.88 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam Stock Market Outlook December 2025: The Power of VIC
In November, Vietnam’s key indexes continued to climb, though largely on the back of a standout performance from Vietnam’s biggest conglomerate by market capitalisation, Vingroup (VIC), which gained 36 percent. In this context, this article looks at the stock market’s key performance indicators and data points in November.
Rice exports from Vietnam down 23.86 percent in October, Ghana and Ivory Coast top buyers
Vietnam exported rice to the tune of US$177 million in October, down 23.86 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 15.39 points, foreign traders net-buy US$24.06 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,717.06, up 15.39 points or 0.90 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,394.95 billion or US$849.90 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$24.06 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 stronger too, Tuesday
On December 2, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,520 and the sell rate was VND 27,620, a change of 100 and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,570 (down 0.36 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
The Netherlands ships US$76.80 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 19.78 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$76.80 million worth of goods from the Netherlands, up from US$64.12 million in September, a change of 19.78 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Australia buys US$644 million of Vietnam’s exports in October, down 6.84 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$644 million worth of goods to Australia, down 6.84 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 10.68 points, foreign traders net-sell US$11.39 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,701.67, up 10.68 points or 0.63 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,041.71 billion or US$798.55 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$11.39 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 rate stronger, Monday
On December 1, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,620, and the sell rate was VND 27,720, a change of 30 and 10, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,670 (down 0.07 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
Italy ships US$175.83 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 18.36 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$175.83 million worth of goods from Italy, up from US$148.56 million in September, a change of 18.36 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemicals exports from Vietnam up 0.34 percent in October, China and Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported chemicals to the tune of US$263 million in October, up 0.34 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cashew nut imports into Vietnam, down 35.64 percent in October, Ivory Coast and Cambodia top suppliers
Vietnam imported cashew nuts to the tune of US$258 million in October, down from US$401 million in September, a change of -35.64 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Hong Kong buys US$1.4 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, down 22.51 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$1,383 million worth of goods to Hong Kong, down 22.51 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Motor vehicles imports into Vietnam, up 7.26 percent in October, China and Thailand top suppliers
Vietnam imported motor vehicles to the tune of US$431 million in October, up 7.26 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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