This highlights a key challenge in creating cultural products in Vietnam more broadly, where there is a mismatch in what
This highlights a key challenge in creating cultural products in Vietnam more broadly, where there is a mismatch in what
Vietnam Inflation Hits 5.6 percent in May on Rising Utility and Fuel Costs
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.29 percent in May from the previous month, driven primarily by higher electricity, water, housing and fuel costs, although food prices helped moderate overall inflation, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Trade Deficit Reaches US$13.8 Billion Jan – May as Imports Surge
Vietnam’s total trade turnover reached US$445.12 billion during the January-May period, up 25.0 percent year-on-year.
Vietnam Draws US$24.8 Billion in Foreign Investment, Manufacturing Dominates
Vietnam attracted US$24.81 billion in registered foreign investment during the first five months of 2026, up 34.9 percent year-on-year, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Industrial Production Expands at Fastest Pace in Four Years Jan – May
Vietnam’s industrial sector maintained strong momentum in May, with production continuing to accelerate across manufacturing, mining and utilities despite an increasingly uncertain global trade environment, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Aviation in Vietnam: New HCMC Airport Trial Operations Start September
Expectations and commitments appear increasingly disconnected from on-the-ground progress, raising questions about whether the current timetable remains achievable.
Vietnam’s exports to Thailand climb 2.72 percent in April
In April, Vietnam exported US$1,086 million worth of goods to Thailand, up 2.72 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, June 03 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Fund outflows May, New HCMC airport trial operations to begin September, M&A HCMC 2026, Compensation for gas-to-electric bike switch Hanoi, Increase in high-net-worth individuals, IP violation crackdown outcomes, Xioami fined consumer protections, Mortgage interest rates rising, Grab electric charging network plans, HCMC apartment prices record high, Advertising regulations, Arrest over damaged charging stations, Stock market Tuesday, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 18.07 points, foreign traders net-sell US$20.76 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,826.47, down 18.07 points or 0.98 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,486.23 billion or US$739.52 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$20.76 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, black market dong stronger, June 02, 2026
On June 2, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,300, and the sell rate was VND 26,320, a change of 100 and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,310 (down 0.44 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Electricity in Vietnam: Samsung Clinches First DPPA
There is a lot of interest in DPPAs in Vietnam, though there have been challenges in seeing actual agreements realised. With this latest announcement from Samsung, it seems those challenges may be easing.
Vietnam exports to Japan fall 6.95 percent April 2026
In April, Vietnam exported US$2,450 million worth of goods to Japan, down 6.95 percent from March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, June 02 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Vietnam gene company planned Hong Kong IPO, Samsung signs DPPA, Oil delivery from Iraq, Bio-fuel mandate roll-out reaction, Stock market liquidity lowest in a year, VN GS Reuters interview, SBV exempts some real estate from credit limits, University development plan, Sidewalk business extortion, PMI May, Stock market Monday, Exchange rates Monday, Energy in Vietnam: Only petrol-ethanol mix to be available from today, and more.
Vietnam Manufacturing Picks Up as Companies Build Inventories: S&P Global
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector improved in May, with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI rising to 52.8 from 50.5 in April, according to S&P Global’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). A reading above 50 indicates that the sector is growing.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 18.95 points, foreign traders net-sell US$24.55 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,844.54, down 18.95 points or 1.02 percent, with a total trading value of VND 15,047.51 billion or US$571.06 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$24.55 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 steady, June 01, 2026
On June 1, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,400, and the sell rate was VND 26,450, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,425 (down 0.00 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Energy in Vietnam: Only petrol-ethanol mix to be available from today
Starting today, all unleaded gasoline sold in Vietnam is to be blended with ethanol. However, this is not welcome news for everyone, with some consumers concerned it might damage their vehicles.
Vietnam imports from France jump nearly 39 percent month-on-month in April
In April, Vietnam imported US$246.00 million worth of goods from France, up from US$177.31 million in March, a change of 38.74 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
E-commerce in Vietnam: Shopee fee increase U-turn after gov’t review
One way to read this is that it might reflect an effort to pre-empt more burdensome government regulation as scrutiny of Vietnam’s increasingly concentrated e-commerce market grows.
Vietnam News Today, June 01 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Third USTR 301 investigation, Commentary USTR “priority” IP designation, Arbitration rules upgrade, Living costs for younger workers, Shopee delays fee increase, Anti-dumping investigation Mexico into Vietnamese wire, Faults from E10 fuel supplier responsibility, To Lam speech Shangri-La Dialogue, SBV to publish ForEx reserves from 2027, Indebted construction firm builds Gold train underground, India says VN has signed missile deal, Relocation graves for Trump resort, Two fuel licenses revoked Hanoi, and more.
Vietnam imports from Germany slide in April over March 2026
In April, Vietnam imported US$370.96 million worth of goods from Germany, down from US$404.56 million in March, a change of -8.31 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
In today’s Vietnam news: Credit limits removed for some major projects, Estonian web security company market entry, Vingroup’s Vuong becomes major shareholder LP Bank,
In today’s Vietnam news: More land for Trump golf course, Hanoi metro awarded Vingroup, Rising bank bond interest rates, GE contract stalled power plant
In today’s Vietnam news: MSCI market review, Russia’s Gazprom abandons LNG plant project, Horror movie making warning, Banking risk analysis, Denmark-VN ethanol cooperation, Work
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