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The Retail category covers market trends, consumer spending, and industry shifts in the retail sector. It explores e-commerce growth, brick-and-mortar sales, supply chain challenges, and government policies, providing insights into investment trends, brand strategies, and evolving shopping behaviors.
Tax: New decree requires e-commerce platforms collect tax for Vietnam sellers
the-shiv June 13, 2025 2:12 pm
Decree 117/2025/NĐ-CP has officially been issued, introducing stricter tax compliance obligations for e-commerce platforms, including requiring platforms to collect tax on behalf of their Vietnamese sellers.
Retail: Vietnam social commerce market to hit US$5 billion in 2025, report
the-shiv May 20, 2025 8:49 am
Vietnam’s social commerce market is projected to grow 25.4 percent in 2025, reaching US$5.00 billion, up from US$3.99 billion in 2024. Long-term, the sector is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 15.3 percent through 2030, hitting US$10.21 billion, according to a report from Research and Markets.
Vietnam Retail Sales Tracker: April Update [data set]
the-shiv May 18, 2025 10:00 am
This retail sales in Vietnam tracker from the-shiv collects and organises key retail sales data from Vietnam. It is updated monthly as new information becomes available.
Consumer goods: Vietnam retail market projected to double by 2032
the-shiv May 13, 2025 7:15 am
Vietnam’s retail sector is forecast to grow from US$180 billion in 2025 to US$350 billion by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate of 8.5 percent, according to a report from HTF Market Intelligence.
Retail: Japan’s Aeon plans eightfold store expansion in Vietnam by 2030
the-shiv May 8, 2025 8:38 am
Japan’s Aeon aims to expand from 12 to 100 general merchandise stores and super-supermarkets in Vietnam by 2030, Nikkei Asia has reported. It also plans to grow its network of smaller grocery stores to around 200 locations.
Retail: Mobile World confident of growth in Vietnam despite tariff headwinds
the-shiv April 28, 2025 9:58 am
Vietnamese retail giant Mobile World Investment Corporation (MWG) expects to continue growing even if the market stagnates or retreats, chairman Nguyen Duc Tai told shareholders at the company’s 2025 AGM on Saturday, English language news site, The Investor has reported.
Beer: Vietnam’s Sabeco to double down on local market amid tariff risks
the-shiv April 26, 2025 8:41 am
Sabeco will focus its strategy on the domestic Vietnamese market rather than export markets, CEO Lester Tan Teck Chuan told shareholders at the company’s 2025 annual general meeting. Exports currently account for just 1 percent of Sabeco’s revenue, and rising global risks, including potential U.S. reciprocal tariffs on aluminum, have reinforced the brewer’s domestic focus, English news site The Investor is reporting.
Cosmetics: Vietnam market set to reach US$2.8 billion by 2033: Report
the-shiv April 26, 2025 8:32 am
Vietnam’s cosmetics market is undergoing a rapid transformation, with the market size projected to grow from US$1.7 billion in 2024 to US$2.8 billion by 2033, according to IMARC Group. The industry is expected to record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3% during 2025-2033.
Vietnam toys market to hit US$1 billion by 2033, driven by education, sustainability: Report
the-shiv April 25, 2025 10:42 am
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’s motorbike output up 6.1 percent year-on-year in Q1
the-shiv April 15, 2025 5:31 pm
Vietnam’s motorbike production reached 237,500 units in March, down from 253,000 units in February, reflecting a 7.4 percent decline compared to March 2024. Despite the monthly drop, total output for the first quarter stood at 728,100 units, marking a 6.1 percent year-on-year increase, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s TV output up 22.9 percent year-on-year in Q1
the-shiv April 13, 2025 5:21 pm
Vietnam produced 1,363,700 televisions in March, up from 1,304,700 units in February. Total TV output for the first quarter reached 3,989,500 units, rising 14.4 percent compared to March 2024 and 22.9 percent year-on-year, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Vietnam Supermarkets 2025: Culture, Payments, Foreign Investment & More
the-shiv April 1, 2025 7:04 pm
Supermarkets are rapidly proliferating in Vietnam. This is on the back of rising incomes and improved market entry conditions. These supermarkets are one of the easiest ways for foreign producers to get their products in front of Vietnamese consumers with a more Western style of doing business.
Shopping in Vietnam: Complete Guide 2025
the-shiv March 31, 2025 6:39 pm
This article covers shopping in Vietnam, breaking down the key means by which goods are bought and sold in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies.
Vietnam Online Shopping 2025: Key Players & Growth Projections
the-shiv March 29, 2025 6:26 pm
Online shopping in Vietnam has grown rapidly in recent years, driven by increased internet access, smartphone usage, and a tech-savvy population. Both domestic and international eCommerce platforms play key roles in this expanding market…
Vietnam’s Economic Needs Test (ENT) for Foreign Retailers (2025)
the-shiv March 20, 2025 9:37 pm
In Vietnam, the Economic Needs Test applies to foreign-invested enterprises wishing to open retail outlets beyond their first store. The ENT process is designed to assess whether the opening of additional retail stores would meet the local economic demand. This can take time and effort, however, it is a necessary part of doing business in Vietnam for foreign retailers.
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and cosmetics rise 31.76 percent in February 2025
the-shiv March 16, 2025 3:38 pm
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils, resinoids, perfumery, and cosmetic or toilet preparations grew by 31.76 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$122.95 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This increase follows January’s total of US$93.32 million, bringing the year-to-date figure to US$216.29 million.
Vietnam’s Retail Industry 2025: Market Trends and Key Insights
the-shiv March 13, 2025 10:00 pm
Traditional retail formats like markets and street vendors continue to coexist with modern outlets, catering to diverse consumer preferences. As the market matures, retailers are focusing on omnichannel strategies and enhanced customer experiences to differentiate themselves in this dynamic sector. Challenges such as intense competition and regulatory complexities remain, but the overall outlook for Vietnam’s retail industry remains positive, presenting substantial opportunities for growth and innovation.
Household appliances and equipment prices in Vietnam rise in January
the-shiv February 14, 2025 2:25 pm
Household appliances and equipment prices in Vietnam increased by 0.31 percent in January, with household services seeing the largest rise at 1.73 percent, according to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index.
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils, cosmetics, and toiletries rise by 3.28 percent in December
the-shiv January 21, 2025 1:17 pm
Singapore remained the largest supplier, contributing US$33.81 million, though this marked a slight decline of 2.28 percent compared to November. South Korea recorded the highest growth, with imports rising by 28.95 percent to US$22.42 million. France and Italy also posted significant increases, with imports growing by 25.12 percent and 24.95 percent, respectively.
Vietnam’s cosmetics manufacturing sees mixed performance to November
the-shiv January 4, 2025 6:00 pm
Year-on-year, however, the sector recorded a decline of 6.06 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Despite this, the sector achieved a cumulative growth of 10.31 percent over the first 11 months of 2024 compared to the same period last year, showcasing its long-term resilience.
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