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’s VN-Index down 10.76 points, foreign traders net-sell US$22.28 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,863.67, down 10.76 points or 0.57 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,530.15 billion or US$741.18 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$22.28 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank central exchange rate unchanged, black market dong steady, May 28, 2026
On May 28, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380, and the sell rate was VND 26,420, unchanged from yesterday, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from Taiwan up 2.38 percent April 2026 MoM
In April, Vietnam imported US$3,924.03 million worth of goods from Taiwan, up from US$3,833.00 million in March, a change of 2.38 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, May 28 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Vinhomes gold scheme adjusted, Only biofuel petrol mix available after June 1 confirmed, Samsung chip testing factory plans, Vietnam 11th biggest app downloads, Gold to dong compensation claim change proposed, Local perspective on development challenges, Vingroup film project, Employees responsible for employer tax obligations, Nuclear plant resettlement progress, 1.5 R&D workers per 1,000, Yesterday’s government bond auction results, Foreign traders net-sell US$31.12 million of stocks, Wednesday, Black market dong unchanged, Wednesday, and more.
Vietnam Government Bonds: Yields Rise as Demand Weakens at May 27 Auction
Vietnam’s State Treasury raised VND 11,430 billion (about US$434 million) at its May 27 government bond auction, with weak demand again evident across longer-dated tenors as yields continued to edge higher, according to a release from the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 9.75 points, foreign traders net-sell US$31.12 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,874.43, down 9.75 points or 0.52 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,223.52 billion or US$919.30 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$31.12 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 unchanged, May 27, 2026
On May 27, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380, and the sell rate was VND 26,420, unchanged from yesterday, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from South Korea surge 6.43 percent in April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$7,528.56 million worth of goods from South Korea, up from US$7,073.94 million in March, a change of 6.43 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Electricity in Vietnam: Hanoi Faces Outages Amid Heatwave Demand Surge
Power shortages have become part and parcel with summer heat in Hanoi, but relief could be a long way away with power development bogged down in the same issues that have plagued the sector for years.
Vietnam imports from Japan fall 4.34 percent in April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$2,328.13 million worth of goods from Japan, down from US$2,433.66 million in March, a change of -4.34 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 1.85 points, foreign traders net-sell US$34.08 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,884.18, down 1.85 points or 0.10 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,739.31 billion or US$749.12 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$34.08 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, back market dong steady, May 26, 2026
On May 26, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380 and the sell rate was VND 26,420, a change of 0, and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,400 (down 0.00 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from India reach double digits in April over March, iron & steel sees biggest gains
In April, Vietnam imported US$815.70 million worth of goods from India, up from US$722.12 million in March, a change of 12.96 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from the USA climb 6.41 percent April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$1,886.06 million worth of goods from the USA, up from US$1,772.51 million in March, a change of 6.41 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 19.76 points, foreign traders net-sell US$120.42 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,877.13, down 19.76 points or 1.04 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,315.59 billion or US$846.89 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$120.42 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 dong stronger, May 25, 2026
On May 25, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,380, and the sell rate was VND 26,420, a change of 100, and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,400 (down 0.38 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam imports from China grow 11 percent in April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$20,209.68 million worth of goods from China, up from US$18,205.54 million in March, a change of 11.01 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
North Carolina vs VinFast Lawsuit: What Happens Next?
It’s difficult to see what VinFast can possibly say with respect to mounting a legal defence. Though VinFast is still in business, despite mounting losses, so it might be too presumptive to count the company’s North Carolina ambitions out just yet.
Value of Vietnam exports to Germany down month-on-month in April, with big falls in phones, coffee
In April, Vietnam exported US$934 million worth of goods to Germany, down 2.61 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, May 25 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: SBV interest rate inspections commercial banks, Gold demand easing, Amazon satellite internet plans, Coffee futures up on dry weather in VN, North Carolina is suing Vinfast, Vingroup head’s investment in VinFast analysis, Power supply concerns, Journalism to promote tourism, First fully-Vinfast fleet province, Higher fines for undeclared gold / foreign currency, New airport passenger terminal at 63 percent, Vinhomes gold-for-real-estate program, Satellite Internet Vietnam: Amazon Considering Entering Market, and more.
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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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It