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The Industry Overviews category provides comprehensive reports, market analysis, and sector-specific insights. It explores key trends, competitive landscapes, regulatory challenges, and growth opportunities, serving as a resource for businesses, investors, and policymakers tracking various industries.
Electricity in Vietnam 2025: Supply, Pricing & Sources
When it comes to electricity in Vietnam, whether a company is using it or producing it, there are a lot of nuances that foreign investors should be aware of. This cheat sheet runs through a brief overview of how the industry and the market operate.
Manufacturing in Vietnam 2025: Growth, Options & Other Key Considerations
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector is in the middle of a boom period. In just over two decades the country has gone from relatively underdeveloped to a thriving hub of activity on the back of a manufacturing sector that has brought millions of jobs to the country…
Vietnam’s Cheese Market 2025: Growth, Brands & Consumer Trends
Vietnam’s cheese market, although relatively young compared to other dairy markets, is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness and changing dietary habits. As Vietnam’s middle class continues to expand and disposable incomes rise, the cheese market is expected to see further diversification and growth.
Vietnam’s Aviation Industry 2025: Growth, Key Players, Foreign Ownership, & More
Vietnam’s aviation industry has grown quickly, driven by a rising middle class and increasing demand for both domestic and international travel. Key players, including national carriers and low-cost airlines, are competing to offer diverse services while maintaining affordability. That said, the industry has not yet fully recovered from COVID border closures and it still may have some way to go yet.
Vietnam Financial Sector 2025: Rankings, Products & Future
Vietnam’s financial sector accounted for about 4.09 percent of Vietnam’s GDP in 2023 this was down from 4.76 percent in 2022. From banking to insurance to bonds to stocks financial services and financial products have expanded rapidly in the last decade. There is, however, lots of room for the sector to grow and tangents still to develop.
Vietnam Golf Industry 2025: Growth, Key Players & Destinations
Vietnam’s golf industry has experienced significant growth, emerging as a key player in Asia’s golfing scene. The country’s diverse landscapes have attracted international interest, leading to the development of numerous world-class golf courses designed by renowned architects like Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. Key golfing hubs include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and coastal regions like Nha Trang and Cam Ranh….
Vietnam’s Video Game Industry 2025: Regulations, Distribution & Development
Video games in Vietnam are very popular to both play and produce. In fact, one of Vietnam’s biggest companies, VNG, draws most of its revenue from Vietnam’s video game sector. Furthermore, as internet and smartphone penetration continue to grow mobile games in particular continue to pull in millions of dollars in revenue. With this in mind, this article covers key regulations, rules, and realities with respect to producing and distributing video games in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Film Industry 2025: Regulations, Consumer Trends, Challenges
Vietnam’s film industry is still in a developing phase, characterised by a mix of challenges and opportunities. Historically, the industry has been dominated by government-produced films with limited private investment. While there has been a slow but steady increase in the number of commercially-oriented films, the market remains relatively small compared to other Southeast Asian countries.
Real Estate in Vietnam 2025: Trends, Challenges & Outlook
Vietnam’s real estate sector has evolved rapidly over the past decade, reflecting Vietnam’s broader economic transformation and urbanisation. Foreign direct investment (FDI), infrastructure development, and a burgeoning middle class are propelling demand across residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors. Despite challenges such as regulatory complexities and market fluctuations, the outlook for real estate in Vietnam over the long term is promising as the country continues to position itself as a key player in the Southeast Asian market.
Vietnam’s Publishing Industry 2025: Market Overview & Key Players
The future of publishing in Vietnam is poised for significant transformation as digital technology and changing consumer preferences reshape the industry. While traditional print publishing remains dominant, there is a growing shift towards digital formats, driven by increased internet accessibility and the popularity of ebooks and audiobooks. However, regulatory challenges and content restrictions may continue to influence the development and diversification of publishing products.
Industrial Real Estate in Vietnam 2025: Market Trends, Key Players & Regulations
Vietnam’s industrial real estate market has been evolving, driven by urbanisation, economic shifts, and increasing foreign investment. Key regions such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi dominate the sector, with industrial parks and logistics hubs in high demand due to the influx of multinational manufacturers and Vietnam’s growing role in global supply chains.
Banking in Vietnam 2025: Account Ownership, Mobile Money & Key Players
Banking in Vietnam is evolving and in many ways putting banking in Vietnam at the forefront of consumer banking product development. That said, the banking industry in Vietnam is among the most heavily regulated sectors. Not only that, core tenets of international banking often do not apply in this rapidly developing nation. With this in mind, it is fairly safe to say that, when it comes to banking in Vietnam, the country is carving out a unique path of its own.
Vietnam Cosmetics Industry 2025: Growth, Imports & Key Players
Vietnam’s cosmetics industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, driven by a burgeoning middle class, increasing disposable incomes, and a growing awareness of personal care. The country’s young and fashion-conscious population has fueled demand for a wide range of beauty products, from skincare and makeup to haircare and fragrances.
Consumer Goods in Vietnam 2025: Trends, Key Players, Distribution
Vietnam’s consumer goods market has experienced rapid growth in recent years, driven by a burgeoning middle class, increasing disposable income, and shifting consumer preferences. The country’s young and dynamic population, with a significant portion aged between 25 and 54, presents a lucrative market for a wide range of products.
Auto-Insurance in Vietnam 2025: Coverage, Providers & Regulations
Auto-insurance in Vietnam includes compulsory civil liability insurance and optional coverages such as physical damage and personal accident insurance. Compulsory insurance is mandated by law and covers third-party injuries and property damage caused by the insured vehicle. Optional products provide additional protection against risks like theft, natural disasters, and accidents involving the insured vehicle. The motor insurance market is growing, driven by increased vehicle ownership and regulatory enforcement, with leading providers offering a range of products.
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