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Vietnam’s paper exports grow in October, year-to-date performance remains stable
Year-to-date performance, however, remains flat. From January to October, paper exports totalled US$1.75 billion, a slight 0.4 percent decrease compared to the same period in 2023…
Vietnam’s machinery exports rise in October, year-to-date growth remains robust
Year-to-date figures reveal even stronger growth. From January to October, exports in this category totalled US$43.05 billion, representing a 21.5 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.
Vietnam’s Chemical Industry: Overview 2024
Vietnam’s chemical industry is a vital sector supporting agriculture, manufacturing, and consumer goods. It encompasses a broad range of products, including fertilisers, petrochemicals, basic chemicals, agrochemicals, specialty chemicals, and consumer chemicals.
Vietnam’s glass and glassware exports up in October
Year-to-date figures highlight substantial growth. From January to October, glass and glassware exports totalled US$971.86 million, a significant 43.5 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023…
Vietnam Advance Film Material increases investment in northern Vietnam industrial park by US$60 million
The facility specialises in producing PV film, a critical supporting layer for photovoltaic panels, with an annual production capacity of 155,000 tons. The project creates employment for 231 workers and is expected to generate an annual export value of US$60 million…
DEEP C northern Vietnam Industrial Park has US$169 million capital boost approved
It’s hoped this expansion will bolster the park’s ability to attract major investors, adding to its existing roster of notable tenants like Pegatron, Vietnam Advance Film Material, Core5, Posco, and Pyeonghwa Automotive. These companies represent a combined capital of US$5 billion…
Vietnam’s chemical exports show strong growth in October and year-to-date figures
Year-to-date figures also indicate significant growth. From January to October, chemical exports totalled US$2.28 billion, a 15.2 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023…
Vietnam chemical product exports up fraction in October but by double-digits year-to-date
Year-to-date figures are more encouraging, with chemical exports from January to October totalling US$2.22 billion. This marks a 12.1 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023, highlighting robust growth in the sector over the year…
Vietnam’s ceramic exports surge in October, year-to-date growth remains steady
Year-to-date figures also show consistent growth. From January to October, ceramic exports totalled US$537.78 million, an 8.6 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023…
Vietnam’s manufacturing leads October’s FDI influx with substantial growth year-to-date
The steady influx of foreign capital into manufacturing reflects Vietnam’s appeal as a regional industrial hub, offering a cost-effective environment for companies looking to establish or expand operations within Southeast Asia. This trend can be attributed to a number of factors including Vietnam’s competitive workforce, strategic location, and favourable government policies tailored to support foreign manufacturing operations..
Vietnam’s processing and manufacturing sector shows strong annual growth
Year-over-year, the industry exhibited even stronger results, with an 8.8 percent increase in output in October 2024 compared to October 2023. Cumulatively, the January-to-October 2024 period saw a 9.6 percent rise over the same period last year…
Vietnam Purchasing Managers’ Index jumps in October
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index reached 51.2 in October up from 47.3 in September, according to a press release from S&P. Above the 50 point break-even mark, this would indicate the manufacturing industry is expanding once more after a sharp fall in September…
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