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 imports from Japan fall 4.34 percent in April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$2,328.13 million worth of goods from Japan, down from US$2,433.66 million in March, a change of -4.34 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from India reach double digits in April over March, iron & steel sees biggest gains
In April, Vietnam imported US$815.70 million worth of goods from India, up from US$722.12 million in March, a change of 12.96 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from the USA climb 6.41 percent April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$1,886.06 million worth of goods from the USA, up from US$1,772.51 million in March, a change of 6.41 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from China grow 11 percent in April over March
In April, Vietnam imported US$20,209.68 million worth of goods from China, up from US$18,205.54 million in March, a change of 11.01 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Value of Vietnam exports to Germany down month-on-month in April, with big falls in phones, coffee
In April, Vietnam exported US$934 million worth of goods to Germany, down 2.61 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam seafood exports up nearly 9 percent MoM in April 2026
Vietnam exported seafood to the tune of US$1,011 million in April, up from US$927 million in March, a change of 9.11 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam phones exports record 18.73 percent MoM decline in April 2026
Vietnam exported phones to the tune of US$4,552 million in April, down from US$5,601 million in March, a change of -18.73 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 22, 2026
On May 22, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,480, and the sell rate was VND 26,520, a change of 20 and 30, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,500 (down 0.09 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam exports to USA fall 0.76 percent month-on-month in April
In April, Vietnam exported US$15,075 million worth of goods to USA, down 0.76 percent over March, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank leave central exchange rate steady, black market dong unchanged, May 21, 2026
On May 21, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,500, and the sell rate was VND 26,550, unchanged from yesterday, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam US trade agreement: PM meets US trade rep., outcome vague
The Prime Minister of Vietnam Le Minh Hung met with United States Deputy Trade Representative Ambassador Rick Switzer Wednesday, using the opportunity to call for an early conclusion to a reciprocal Vietnam-United States trade agreement.
Vietnam cotton imports reached US$305.21 million in April 2026, up 21.12 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported cotton to the tune of US$305 million in April, up from US$252 million in March, a change of 21.12 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam pharmaceuticals imports top US$337.12 million in April 2026
Vietnam imported pharmaceuticals to the tune of US$337 million in April, down from US$376 million in March, a change of -10.27 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, May 19, 2026
On May 19, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,480, and the sell rate was VND 26,530, unchanged from yesterday, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam wheat imports reached US$288.82 million in April 2026, up 0.15 percent MoM
Vietnam imported wheat to the tune of US$289 million in April, up from US$288 million in March, a change of 0.15 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, black market dong weaker, May 18, 2026
On May 18, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,480, and the sell rate was VND 26,530, a change of 120 and 140, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,505 (up 0.49 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam fruit and vegetable imports top US$257 million in April 2026, up 11.81 percent month-on-month
Vietnam imported fruit and vegetables to the tune of US$258 million in April, up from US$230 million in March, a change of 11.81 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam soy bean imports reached US$104.34 million in April 2026, down 30.25 percent MoM
Vietnam imported soy beans to the tune of US$104 million in April, down from US$150 million in March, a change of -30.25 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam machinery and tools imports reached US$5.9 billion in April 2026, up 6.72 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported machinery and tools to the tune of US$5,928 million in April, up from US$5,555 million in March, a change of 6.72 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam computers and electronics imports reached US$18.76 billion in April 2026, up 6.17 percent month-on-month
Vietnam imported computers and electronics to the tune of US$18,763 million in April, up from US$17,672 million in March, a change of 6.17 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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