investment
The Investment category covers capital flows, financial markets, foreign direct investment (FDI), and private equity. It explores emerging opportunities, risk factors, regulatory changes, and economic policies, providing insights for businesses, investors, and policymakers navigating investment landscapes.
Taiwan firms add US$138.81 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Taiwan firms contributed US$138.81 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 18 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decline of US$109.95 million compared to December, which saw US$248.76 million in registered capital with 14 new projects.
Hong Kong firms add US$161.05 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Hong Kong firms contributed US$161.05 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 32 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decline of US$546.28 million compared to December, which saw US$707.33 million in registered capital with 44 new projects.
Chinese firms add US$489.87 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Chinese firms contributed US$489.87 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 85 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decline of US$358.85 million compared to December, which saw US$848.72 million in registered capital with 96 new projects.
Japanese firms contribute US$599.09 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Japanese firms invested US$599.09 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 21 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This marks an increase of US$710.96 million in registered capital compared to December, which saw a negative balance of US$111.87 million across 25 new projects.
Singapore firms contribute US$1.24 billion to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Singaporean firms contributed US$1.24 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) to Vietnam across 39 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This marks an increase of US$176.67 million in registered capital compared to December, which saw US$1.07 billion invested across 54 new projects.
Korean firms contribute US$1.25 billion to Vietnam January FDI tally
In January, Korean firms added a total of US$1.25 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam as well as 30 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This marks a decrease of US$1.91 billion compared to December, which saw US$3.17 billion in registered capital with 42 new projects.
Vietnam’s Bac Ninh province sees significant FDI growth in 2024
The rise in FDI in Bac Ninh reflects the province’s growing prominence as a key investment destination within Vietnam. The surge is largely driven by its strong manufacturing sector, particularly in electronics and high-tech industries.
Turkey sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Turkey invested in 7 new projects with US$763.47 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s Hai Phong province sees strong FDI growth in 2024
The substantial growth in FDI in December highlights Hai Phong’s rising prominence as a key investment hub in northern Vietnam. The city’s favourable location, robust infrastructure, and growing industrial sector continue to attract foreign investors, particularly in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and real estate development.
Philippines sees strong growth in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, the Philippines invested in 4 new projects with US$20.41 million 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…
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