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Vietnam toys market to hit US$1 billion by 2033, driven by education, sustainability: Report
The Vietnam toys market reached US$570 million in 2024 and is forecast to grow to US$1 billion by 2033, posting a CAGR of 5.6%. The surge is underpinned by rising disposable income, a youthful demographic, and increasing interest in educational, interactive, and sustainable toys.
Vietnam medical tourism market to reach US$3.7 billion by 2033: Report
Vietnam’s medical tourism sector is surging, projected to grow from US$722.3 million in 2024 to US$3.7 billion by 2033, driven by affordable, high-quality healthcare and increasing international demand for cosmetic, dental, and surgical procedures, according to a report from IMARC group.
Philippines: IMF trims 2025 GDP growth forecast to 5.5 percent
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down the Philippines’ GDP growth forecast for 2025 in its April 2025 World Economic Outlook, while inflation expectations have been nudged upward. The new projections show real GDP expanding by 5.5 percent in 2025, a modest downgrade from 5.8 percent in October 2024, with a forecast of 5.8 percent for 2026.
Vietnam’s security market to triple by 2033: Report
Vietnam’s security market reached an estimated US$601.6 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.18 percent, hitting US$1.83 billion by 2033, according to IMARC Group.
Vietnam’s life insurance market to contract in 2025, but recovery expected in 2026
Vietnam’s life insurance market is projected to shrink by 1.3 percent in 2025, with gross written premiums (GWP) falling to VND 146.1 trillion (US$6.0 billion), according to GlobalData. This follows successive contractions of 12 percent in 2023 and an estimated 5.7 percent in 2024, driven by a collapse in consumer trust linked to bancassurance sales misconduct.
Vietnam cosmetics market to reach US$3.2 billion by 2030: Report
Vietnam’s cosmetics market is poised for significant expansion, projected to grow from US$2.5 billion in 2024 to approximately US$3.2 billion by 2030. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2 percent between 2025 and 2030, according to a report by MarkNtel Advisors.
Vietnam’s F&B industry revenue jumps 16.6 percent in 2024: Report
Vietnam’s food and beverage (F&B) industry revenue reached VND 688.8 trillion or US$27.55 billion in 2024, marking a 16.6 percent increase from 2023. However, growth was uneven throughout the year, with a noticeable difference between the first and last six months, according to the iPOS F&B Industry Report 2024.