manufacturing
The Manufacturing category covers industrial production, factory expansions, and supply chain dynamics. It explores exports, imports, technological advancements, automation, and government policies, providing insights into investment trends, foreign participation, and production efficiencies.
Household equipment and appliance prices in Vietnam rise .05 percent in February: CPI data
Household equipment and appliance prices in Vietnam increased by 0.05 percent in February, driven by higher raw material and transportation costs, according to Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Vietnam’s iron and steel product imports decline by 5.24 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s iron and steel product imports fell by 5.24 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$491.92 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$519.12 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$1.01 billion.
Vietnam’s electric consumer product imports surge 31.33 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of electric consumer products and parts increased by 31.33 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$261.27 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings the total year-to-date imports to US$460.31 million.
Vietnam’s iron and steel imports surge by 50.89 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s iron and steel imports rose sharply by 50.89 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$1.04 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$691.29 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$1.73 billion.
Vietnam’s cotton imports surge 33.28 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s cotton imports rose significantly by 33.28 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$300.99 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This increase brings total year-to-date imports to US$526.95 million.
Vietnam’s bamboo and rattan products exports decline by 24.28 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of bamboo and rattan products decreased by 24.28 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$56.35 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s imports of computers and electrical products rise 6.90 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of computers, electrical products, spare parts, and components increased by 6.90 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$10.41 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total imports for the year to US$20.15 billion.
Vietnam’s gift card market set to reach US$1.43 billion by 2029
Vietnam’s gift card market has experienced strong growth, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.8 percent between 2020 and 2024. This momentum is expected to continue, with the market projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.2 percent from 2025 to 2029, reaching an estimated value of US$1.43 billion by the end of the forecast period, according to Research and Markets.
Vietnam’s yarn exports increase by 15.18 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s yarn exports increased by 15.18 percent in February compared to January, amounting to US$347.06 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s yarn imports increase by 9.68 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s yarn imports rose by 9.68 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$212.19 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$193.46 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$405.83 million.
Vietnam’s wood and wooden products exports decline by 27.69 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s wood and wooden products exports dropped by 27.69 percent in February compared to January, amounting to US$1.03 billion, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports surge 45.15 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports rose by 45.15 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$250.61 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$172.66 million, reflecting a strong increase in import demand.
Vietnam’s exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear, and umbrellas drop by 28.76 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear, and umbrellas fell by 17.25 percent in February 2025 compared to January, totalling US$258.02 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel products fall 14.88 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel products decreased by 14.88 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$519.12 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$609.84 million recorded in December.
Plywood, veneer, and laminated wood production in Vietnam declines in January
Vietnam’s production of plywood, veneer, laminated wood, and other thin boards increased by 23.8 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was slightly lower than December 2024, when output stood at 24.9 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel fall 36.03 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel dropped by 36.03 percent month-on-month in January to US$691.29 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$1.08 billion recorded in December.
Vietnam’s imports of insulated wires and cables fall 11.66 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of insulated wires and cables decreased by 11.66 percent month-on-month in January to US$307.72 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$348.34 million recorded in December.
Chemicals and chemical products output in Vietnam declines in January
Vietnam’s chemicals and chemical products industry increased by 27.1 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was lower than December 2024, when output stood at 35.8 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index falls in February but still up year-on-year
Vietnam’s industrial production in February 2025 is estimated to have declined by 2.6 percent compared to the previous month. However, on a year-on-year basis, the industrial production index (IIP) recorded a strong increase of 16.7 percent, according to data from Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics.
Vietnam’s imports of insecticides and rodenticides fall 32.60 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of insecticides, rodenticides, and related materials declined by 32.60 percent month-on-month in January to US$65.42 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decrease from US$97.06 million recorded in December.
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