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.
Digital cameras and parts imports for Vietnam, up 0.37 percent in September, China and Taiwan top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of still image, video cameras and parts reached US$233.40 million in September, down 0.37 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$1.83 billion.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 3.88 points, foreign traders net-sell US$66.91 million, Friday
The VN-Index fell 3.88 points, or 0.23 percent, to close at 1,683.18 on 24 October, with foreign investors net-offloading US$66.91 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam dong exchange rates hold steady, Friday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate remained unchanged at VND 25,098 per US$1, while the black-market rate stayed flat, with buying at VND 27,520 and selling at VND 27,620, keeping the mid-market rate at VND 27,570 per US$1.
UK buys US$745 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 6.92 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to the United Kingdom fell by 6.92 percent month-on-month to US$745.44 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$6.22 billion, led by electronics, machinery, and footwear.
Netherlands ships US$64.12 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 8.46 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from the Netherlands rose 8.46 percent month-on-month to US$64.12 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total imports in the first nine months reached US$587.16 million.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 8.56 points, foreign traders net-sell US$49.34 million, Thursday
Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index closed at 1,687.06, up 8.56 points or 0.51 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 24.58 trillion or US$932.77 million, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. Conversely, foreign traders net-sold US$49.34 million worth of HoSE stocks.
Black market Vietnam dong sell rate jumps .88 percent, Thursday
On 23 October, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was VND 25,098 per US$, unchanged from the previous day. Conversely, on the black market, the dong weakened, with buying at VND 27,520 and selling at VND 27,620, increasing 0.81 and 0.88 percent respectively, according to prices supplied by Ty Gia USD.
Thailand buys US$745 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 0.23 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Thailand reached US$745.02 million in September 2025, rising slightly by 0.23 percent from August, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 15.07 points, foreign traders net-sell US$62.13 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index rose 15.07 points or 0.91 percent to close at 1,678.50, with a total trading value of VND 32.13 trillion or US$1.22 billion, Wednesday, however, foreign traders continued to exit the market recording a net outflow of US$62.13 million, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, issues over US$2 billion in repos, Wednesday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was stable at VND 25,099 on both 22 and 21 October, showing no change, while Google Finance’s mid-market rate slipped slightly from VND 26,342 to VND 26,335, a decline of 7 dong or 0.03 percent.
Indonesia ships US$961.26 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 9.83 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Indonesia rose to US$961.26 million in September 2025, up 9.83 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Coal was the largest import category at US$154.52 million, increasing 11 percent month on month.
Vietnam dong black market rate weakens but official rate mostly steady, Tuesday
Vietnam’s unofficial exchange market weakened on 19 October, while official benchmarks remained stable.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 27 points, foreign traders net-buy US$89.87 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index rose 27 points, or 1.65 percent, to close at 1,663.43 with trading value at VND 47.99 trillion or US$1.82 billion, with foreign traders net-buying US$89.87 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange
India buys US$835 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 11.73 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to India fell by 11.73 percent in September 2025 to US$835.39 million from US$946.41 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$7.73 billion.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 94.76 points, foreign traders net-sell US$77.99m (HPG MSN SSI DXG CTG), Monday
Vietnam’s stock market saw a sharp selloff as all major indexes fell between 4 and 6 percent and foreign traders net-offloading US$77.99 million in equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
One us dollars buys 27,340 Vietnam dong on the black market, down 45 dong, Monday
The State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was unchanged at VND 25,101 per US dollar on Monday, but the black market buy rate rose slightly to VND 27,240 per US dollar.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Australia, NZ and the Pacific up 25.4 percent in September
Tourist arrivals from Oceania reached 48,682 in September, up 25 percent from August and 9 percent higher year-on-year, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam PM outlines 10 percent GDP growth target for 2026 at NA opening
At the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly earlier today, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh outlined 2026 goals for the government of at least 10 percent GDP growth, GDP per capita of US$5,400–5,500, and CPI around 4.5 percent, Tuoi Tre has reported.
Textile, footwear materials imports for Vietnam, up 13.98 percent month-on-month in September, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of textile, leather, and footwear materials and auxiliaries rose to US$661.94 million in September, up 13.98 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Household equipment and appliances prices in Vietnam up 1.69 percent year-on-year in September
Vietnam’s household equipment and appliances consumer price index rose 1.69 percent year-on-year in September 2025, slightly easing from 1.73 percent in August, according preliminary data from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
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