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The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) category covers investment trends, policy changes, and sector-specific capital flows. It explores new project announcements, economic incentives, investor sentiment, and regulatory frameworks, providing insights into trade agreements, multinational expansions, and infrastructure projects shaping investment landscapes.
Vietnam FDI Tracker by Sector: January Update [data set]
Vietnam added another 282 new foreign direct invested projects in January, along with just over US$4.3 billion in additional capital commitments, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. The biggest gains were in manufacturing and processing which added 119 new projects and US$3.1 billion in newly registered capital.
Vietnam FDI Source Country Tracker: January Update [data set]
China was the leading foreign direct investor in Vietnam in terms of the number of projects initiated in December with 85 new projects. South Korea, however, was the biggest investor in terms of registered Capital adding US$1.25 billion in capital, according to data from the Ministry of Planning and Investment. Notably there was a significant drop across the board in terms of new projects and capital, however, the last week of January was the Lunar New Year break with government offices closed for five days.
Outbound FDI in January for Vietnam tops US$83 million
In January, Vietnamese investors invested in 10 new projects abroad, with no changes to the investment capital, bringing Vietnam’s total investment abroad to more than US$83 million. This represents a 5.1 times increase compared to the same period last year.
Luxembourg sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Luxembourg invested in 4 new projects with US$140.06 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s Hanoi sees contraction in new FDI in 2024
The growth in FDI reflects Hanoi’s sustained role as a major business and investment hub in Vietnam. The city continues to attract foreign investors across various sectors, including manufacturing, technology, and services, driven by its highly educated workforce, well-developed infrastructure, and favourable business environment.
Denmark sees significant growth in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Denmark invested in 10 new projects with US$62.80 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s Nghe An province experiences steady FDI growth in 2024
This continued growth in FDI indicates Nghe An’s growing reputation as an attractive destination for foreign investment, particularly in industries such as manufacturing and renewable energy.
Vietnam’s Bac Giang province sees fall in FDI growth in 2024
The continued growth in FDI underscores Bac Giang’s attractiveness as a key destination for foreign investors, especially in sectors such as electronics and textiles…
Australia sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Australia invested in 49 new projects with US$43.31 million in newly registered capital…
Cambodia sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Cambodia invested in 10 new projects with US$6.94 million in newly registered capital…
Canada sees stable foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Canada invested in 21 new projects with US$73.15 million in newly registered capital…
Finland sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
All up, in 2024, Finland invested in 2 new projects with US$34.66 million in newly registered capital.
British Virgin Islands sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, the British Virgin Islands accounted for 17 new projects with US$586.27 million in newly registered capital…
UAE sees decline in foreign direct investment into Vietnam in December
In 2024, the UAE invested in 7 new projects with US$4.34 million in newly registered capital.
Indonesia sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Indonesia invested in 19 new projects in Vietnam with US$27.20 million in newly registered capital…
Singapore jump in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Singapore invested in 462 new projects with US$10.21 billion in newly registered capital…
Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province records fall in FDI growth in 2024
This surge in FDI underscores Quang Ninh’s growing attractiveness as an investment destination, driven by its strategic location, natural resources, and strong economic policies.
Hong Kong sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Hong Kong firms invested in 379 new projects in Vietnam with US$4.35 billion in newly registered capital.
Israel sees jump in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Israel invested in 4 new projects in Vietnam with US$5.09 million in newly registered capital…
Seychelles maintains steady foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Seychelles recorded investments in Vietnam in the amount of 27 new projects with US$273.97 million in newly registered capital…
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