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.
China ships US$16.4 billion of goods to Vietnam in October, down 0.19 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$16,427 billion worth of goods from China, down 0.19 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$150,904 million worth of goods from China.
Textiles and garments exports from Vietnam down 2.49 percent in October, to USA down 6.96 percent
Vietnam exported textiles and garments to the tune of US$3,179 million in October-2.49 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$32,932 million worth of textiles and garments by the end of October.
Fabrics imports into Vietnam, down 1.88 percent in October, China and Taiwan top suppliers
Vietnam imported fabrics to the tune of US$1,281 million in October down 1.88 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$12,506 million worth of fabrics by the end of October.
USA buys US$13.4 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, down 2.30 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$13,408 billion worth of goods to USA, down 2.30 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$126,167 million worth of goods to USA.
Milk imports into Vietnam, up 2.12 percent in October, New Zealand and Australia top suppliers
Vietnam imported milk and milk products to the tune of US$102 million in October up 2.12 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Malaysia ships US$977.25 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 1.22 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$977 million worth of goods from Malaysia, up 1.22 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$9,162 million worth of goods from Malaysia.
Thailand buys US$752 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 0.92 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$752 billion worth of goods to Thailand, up 0.92 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$7,096 million worth of goods to Thailand.
Crude oil imports into Vietnam, down 12.57 percent in October, Kuwait top supplier
Vietnam imported crude oil to the tune of US$679 million in October down -12.57 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$6,652 million worth of crude oil by the end of October.
Iron and steel exports from Vietnam down 6.54 percent in October, Cambodia and Italy top buyers
Vietnam exported iron and steel to the tune of US$464 million in October, -6.54 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
The Philippines ships US$198.17 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 3.80 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$191 million worth of goods from Philippines, down 3.66 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$2 billion worth of goods from Philippines.
Indonesia buys US$470 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 7.20 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$470 billion worth of goods to Indonesia, up 0.07 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$4,742 million worth of goods to Indonesia.
Plastics imports into Vietnam, down 0.40 percent in October, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported plastics to the tune of US$1 billion in October down 0.40 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam up 2.63 percent in October, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam exported cashew nuts to the tune of US$504 million in October, up 2.63 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s import–export turnover tops US$762 billion Jan-Oct 2025, up 17.4 percent YoY
Vietnam’s total import and export turnover reached US$81.49 billion in October 2025, down 1.2 percent month-on-month but up 17.2 percent year-on-year, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office (NSO).
Clinker & cement exports from Vietnam down 3.4 percent in September, Bangladesh and Philippines top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of clinker and cement reached US$117.55 million in September 2025, down 3.40 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Canada buys US$660 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 5.54 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Canada reached US$660.02 million in September 2025, down 5.54 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fruit & vegetable imports into Vietnam, up 1.26 percent in September, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of fruit and vegetables reached US$231.06 million in September 2025, rising 1.26 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Pepper exports from Vietnam to the USA up 7.31 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s pepper exports reached US$135.99 million in September 2025, down 3.06 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$1.27 billion, led by strong demand from the United States, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Sweden buys US$109 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 0.12 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Sweden reached US$108.85 million in September 2025, up 0.12 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Switzerland ships US$98.06 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 30.53 percent
Vietnam imported goods worth US$98.06 million from Switzerland in September 2025, up 30.53 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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