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.
Food & beverage: Vietnam animal and vegetable oil imports up in August on stronger shipments from Indonesia, Malaysia
Vietnam imported US$152.97 million of animal and vegetable fats and oils in August, up 24.32 percent from US$123.05 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Imports in the first eight months of 2025 reached US$1.02 billion.
Stock market: Vietnam VN-Index edges higher as financials lift trade, foreigners net-sell US$0.7 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed marginally higher on September 23 at 1,635.26 points, up 0.05 percent, supported by gains in banking and financial stocks, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Exports: Vietnam exports to Sri Lanka steady in August with gains in textiles but weaker rubber, yarn
Vietnam exported US$23.21 million worth of goods to Sri Lanka in August, down 1.24 percent from US$23.50 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports stood at US$186.61 million.
Trade: Vietnam exports to Sweden dip in August on weaker textiles and machinery shipments
Vietnam exported US$108.71 million worth of goods to Sweden in August, down 8.89 percent from US$119.33 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports stood at US$854.41 million.
The Malaysia Stock Exchange 2025: Regulations, Indexes, Development
Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad, commonly known as Bursa Malaysia, stands as the primary stock exchange of Malaysia and one of Southeast Asia’s most established financial markets. This article explores its key regulations, main indexes, development, key statistics, and more.
Stock market: Vietnamese stocks close lower, foreign investors net-sell US$66 million
Vietnamese equities ended Monday’s session in negative territory, with the benchmark VN-INDEX falling 1.46 percent as broad-based selling pressure weighed on most sectors and foreign investors maintained their net selling streak, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Exports: Vietnam exports to Switzerland down 16.6 percent in August
Vietnam exported US$14.49 million to Switzerland in August, a 16.61 percent decline from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$119.77 million.
The Thailand Stock Exchange 2025: Regulations, Key Data & Development
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most active markets, serving as a central platform for equity and bond trading in the country. This article explores its structure and operations, regulations and regulatory environment, key data points, and more.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam cotton imports down 7.0 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$227.09 million of cotton in August, a 7.03 percent decline from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$2.09 billion.
Exports: Vietnam exports to Thailand rise 11.3 percent in August on stronger electronics and machinery
Vietnam exported US$743.33 million worth of goods to Thailand in August, up 11.27 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$5.58 billion.
Trade: Vietnam exports to UAE rise 1.6 percent in August, led by phones and electronics
Vietnam exported US$533.67 million worth of goods to the UAE in August, up 1.59 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$3.92 billion.
Electronics: Vietnam imports of cameras rise 3.4 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$234.27 million of still image, video cameras and parts in August, up 3.43 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.60 billion.
Trade: Vietnam exports to the UK ease 0.5 percent in August
Vietnam exported US$800.86 million worth of goods to the UK in August, down 0.51 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$5.48 billion.
The Philippines Stock Exchange 2025: Regulations, Development, Key Data & More
The Philippines Stock Exchange is the country’s national stock exchange, serving as the central marketplace for buying and selling securities. This article explores its structure and operations, key data points, key companies and Sectors, and more.
Real estate: Lotte pulls out of Vietnam Thu Thiem Eco Smart City project on long delays, soaring costs
Lotte Properties HCMC, a subsidiary of South Korea’s Lotte Group, has moved to terminate its long-delayed Thu Thiem Eco Smart City project in Ho Chi Minh City, VN Express has reported. The city’s Department of Finance confirmed it received a request from the developer on 20 August to end the investment contract, but said the company has yet to complete the legal procedures required.
Trade: Vietnam imports from China slip 1.9 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$16.41 billion worth of goods from China in August, down 1.94 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$117.93 billion.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam yarn imports slip 1 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$239.71 million of yarn in August, edging down 1.04 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.88 billion.
Trade: Vietnam imports from the US dip 4.37 Percent in August
Vietnam imported goods worth US$1.59 billion from the US in August, down 4.37 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$12.14 billion.
Trade: Vietnam rubber imports fall 7.1 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$254.71 million of rubber in August, down 7.07 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$1.95 billion.
Stock market: Vietnam’s VN-Index falls, foreign traders offload net US$58 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,665.18 on 18 September 2025, down 5.79 points or 0.35 percent, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange → view source. Total market trading value reached VND 27.99 trillion or about US$1.08 billion.
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