electronics
The Electronics category covers market trends, production data, and trade developments in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and industrial electronics. It explores manufacturing advancements, supply chain challenges, exports, imports, and foreign investment, providing insights into emerging technologies, automation, and industry regulations.
Vietnam’s still image and video camera exports decline in November
Year-on-year data paints a clearer picture of Vietnam’s standing in the global market. While exports to key markets like China remain robust at a year-to-date total of over US$4.25 billion, other markets reflect diverse trends.
Communication equipment manufacturing grows steadily in November
Year-on-year, the industry recorded a substantial 14.15 percent increase in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth stood at 8.63 percent, underlining the sector’s importance to Vietnam’s industrial output.
Electronic components manufacturing posts double-digit growth
Year-on-year, the sector saw a 13.84 percent increase in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth stood at 9.36 percent, highlighting the sector’s strong contribution to Vietnam’s industrial landscape.
Electronic products sector records strong growth in November
Year-on-year, the industry recorded an 11.95 percent increase in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Cumulative growth over the first 11 months of 2024 reached 8.72 percent, underscoring the sector’s robust performance.
Vietnam’s imports of mobile phones and parts drop by 9.5 percent in November
On a year-to-date basis, imports have reached US$9.43 billion. China remains the dominant supplier despite a 12.84 percent monthly decline, contributing US$851.4 million. South Korea saw a notable increase of 67.62 percent, reaching US$34.8 million, while Japan recorded sharp growth of 180.04 percent to US$531.8 million.
Vietnam’s exports of telephones and mobile phones record sharp November decline
China was the largest market, receiving US$1.12 billion in November, but this represented a significant decline of 33.65 percent month-on-month. The USA followed with US$642.82 million, down 7.68 percent. South Korea saw a decrease of 13.16 percent, with exports totalling US$263.32 million.
Vietnam’s imports of computers and electronic products decline in November
China was the largest supplier, with imports growing by 6.77 percent to US$2.97 billion. South Korea followed, contributing US$2.82 billion but reflecting a decline of 2.69 percent month-on-month. Taiwan saw imports decrease by 5.35 percent to US$1.26 billion.
Vietnam’s household equipment and appliance prices record November increase
Throughout 2024, the sector has experienced stable, gradual growth. September’s CPI stood at 1.17 percent, while mid-year figures remained consistent, with 1.14 percent in August and 1.15 percent in July…
Vietnam’s exports of computers and electronics record 5.42 percent November jump
The USA remained the largest market, with exports amounting to US$1.80 billion, despite a slight decline of 0.65 percent month-on-month.
Vietnam’s automatic circuit breaker import market set for robust growth: Report
The surge in demand, per the report, is attributed to Vietnam’s developing electrical industry, which currently lacks the technical expertise and production capacity to meet domestic needs. As a result, the country relies heavily on imports of circuit breakers and other electrical protection devices.
Vietnam’s mobile phone exports record slight dip in October, but steady YTD
Despite the slight monthly dip, year-to-date figures reflect solid growth. From January to October, exports in this category reached US$46.47 billion, a 4.9 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023…
Vietnam’s camera exports remain steady in October
Year-to-date performance reflects significant growth. From January to October, Vietnam’s exports in this category totalled US$6.86 billion, an 18.4 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.
Vietnam’s electrical equipment manufacturing sector sees strong year-over-year gains in October
Overall, electrical equipment manufacturing surged by 9.9 percent from September 2024 and recorded a substantial 15.4 percent increase compared to October 2023. Year-to-date growth in this segment stood at 10.8 percent, driven by rising demand for electrical infrastructure and equipment both domestically and for export…
Moons’ Industries increases investment in VSIP Industrial Park by US$69 million
The project focuses on producing precision motors, motion transmission motors, LED sources, and similar components, with a production capacity of 990,000 product sets annually. It has created employment opportunities for 100 workers and is expected to contribute approximately US$50 million in annual exports.
Vietnam’s electronics sector posts mixed production results in October
The production of electronic products, computers, and optical products grew by 2.8 percent from September 2024, while the year-over-year increase for October reached 4.1 percent. Cumulatively, production in this segment rose by 8.8 percent from January to October compared to the same period in 2023…
USI Group boosts investment in northern Vietnam by US$75 million
The project specialises in producing and assembling electronic circuit boards, wearable devices, smart handheld devices, and household appliances. With a production capacity of 260 million product sets per year, it plays a significant role in Vietnam’s growing tech manufacturing sector. The facility employs 1,000 workers and contributes substantially to the country’s export economy, generating US$500 million in annual exports.
Vietnam’s computer and electronics exports dip in October, but year-to-date figures show strong growth
There was a slight dip in October, however, year-to-date figures reveal robust growth. From January to October, exports in this category totalled US$58.67 billion, a 26.1 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.
Heesung expands investment in Trang Due Industrial Park by US$125 million
The project specialises in manufacturing and assembling automatic positioning liquid crystal module components, with a production capacity of 10.5 million units annually…
LG Group to boost investment in Vietnam with US$1 billion expansion
This adjustment brings the total investment in the high-tech OLED screen manufacturing facility to US$5.65 billion, making it one of LG’s largest projects in the country…
Vietnam electronics imports take a dip month on month in September
China remains Vietnam’s largest source of electronics, with imports valued at US$3.11 billion in September. However, this represents a 5.28 percent drop from August, reflecting a possible shift or seasonal adjustment in import volumes…
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