trade
The Trade category covers import/export trends, trade agreements, and global market movements. It explores foreign direct investment, tariff policies, logistics, and international business relations, providing insights into market access, supply chain resilience, and regulatory impacts on trade flows.
Vietnam exports to Germany down 27.54% February 2026 MoM / phones -8.49%, coffee -36.03%
Vietnam exported US$733 million worth of goods to Germany in February, down 27.54 percent from US$1,011 million in January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam fertilizers imports up 7.98% in February 2026 / China -21.07%, Russia +1,393.59%
Vietnam imported fertilisers to the tune of US$81 million in February, up from US$75 million in January, a change of 7.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam crude oil exports up 288.42% MoM in February 2026 / Australia +260.70%, Thailand +15.57%
Vietnam exported crude oil to the tune of US$161 million in February, up from US$41 million in January, a change of 288.42 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from China down 33.22% February 2026 MoM / computers -26.83%, machines -37.62%
In February, Vietnam imported US$12,720.06 million worth of goods from China, down from US$19,046.89 million in December, a change of -33.22 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam petroleum products imports down 0.28% in February 2026 / Singapore +6.19%, South Korea +4.59%
Vietnam imported US$721 million in petroleum products and US$246 million in other petroleum products in February, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam textiles and garments exports down 25.36% MoM in February 2026 / USA -22.05%, Japan -22.68%
Vietnam exported US$2,426 million worth of textiles and garments in February, down from US$3,250 million in January, a decline of 25.36 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to USA down 28.45% February 2026 MoM / textiles and garments -22.05%, phones -23.21%
In February, Vietnam exported US$9,944 million worth of goods to the USA, down 28.45 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam coffee exports down 37.89% MoM in February 2026 / Germany -36.03%, Italy -11.73%
Vietnam exported coffee to the tune of US$672 million in February, down from US$1,081 million in January, a change of -37.89 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Import and Sell Products in Vietnam 2026: Business, Regulations & Distribution
Vietnam is in the midst of a trade boom. Goods are flowing in and out of Vietnam to the tune of billions of dollars every day. Not only is there a growing consumer market that is buying up all manner of goods but a booming manufacturing industry led my a number of big companies manufacturing in Vietnam is also sucking in raw materials from all over the world and the region to assemble at factories all over Vietnam. With this in mind, there are broad opportunities in starting an import business in Vietnam.
Vietnam imports from UK down 26.64% January 2026 MoM / machines -47.17%, seafood 105.33%
In January, Vietnam imported US$74.21 million worth of goods from the UK, down from US$101.16 million in December, a change of -26.64 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Singapore up 1.42% January 2026 MoM / computers +21.10%, machines +10.50%
In January, Vietnam exported US$572 million worth of goods to Singapore, up 1.42 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Export Coffee from Vietnam: Regulations, Business Options & Customs
Vietnam is among the world’s biggest coffee exporters. In 2022, Vietnam exported coffee to the tune of 1.78 million tons second in volume only to Brazil. This brought the burgeoning Southeast Asian nation either US$3.2 billion or US$4 billion, depending on who you ask. Either way, it’s a huge amount of coffee which is produced by a huge coffee industry in Vietnam. Here’s a brief overview as to how to go about exporting coffee from Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Free Trade Agreements 2026: List & Key Partnerships
Vietnam has signed multiple Free Trade Agreements with various countries and regions. These agreements aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs, enhance market access, and promote economic cooperation across diverse sectors such as textiles, machinery, and agriculture. This is in line with a broader strategy of export-led economic development.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, March 06, 2026
On March 6, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,850, and the sell rate was VND 26,900, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,875 (down 0.00 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam trade posts US$2.98 billion deficit in first two months
Vietnam’s total merchandise trade reached US$155.7 billion in the first two months of 2026, an increase of 22.2 percent compared with the same period last year.
Vietnam LPG imports down 53.75% in January 2026 / China +13.48%, Qatar +65.55%
Vietnam imported liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) to the tune of US$128 million in January, down from US$276 million in December, a change of -53.75 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Saudi Arabia up 22.66% January 2026 MoM / phones +49.05%, computers -36.78%
In January, Vietnam exported US$223 million worth of goods to Saudi Arabia, up 22.66 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s Persian Gulf Trade Exposure 2026: Unpacked
With the conflict in the Middle East raging, trade disruptions are inevitable, particularly for goods traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what that trade looks like for Vietnam.
Vietnam imports from Saudi Arabia down 11.30% January 2026 MoM / plastics +13.94%, chemicals -4.80%
In January, Vietnam imported US$103.50 million worth of goods from Saudi Arabia, down from US$116.68 million in December, a change of -11.30 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to UAE up 10.62% January 2026 MoM / phones +49.93%, computers -28.20%
In January, Vietnam exported US$581 million worth of goods to the United Arab Emirates, up 10.62 percent over December, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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