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 South Korea down 7.76 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -19.68%, phones +73.19%
In February, Vietnam exported US$2,456 million worth of goods to South Korea, down 7.76 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to UAE down 30.30 percent February 2026 MoM / phones -19.95%, computers -11.06%
In February, Vietnam exported US$405 million worth of goods to the UAE, down 30.30 percent from January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from South Korea down 9.11 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -6.73%, petroleum products +4.59%
In February, Vietnam imported US$5,534.47 million worth of goods from South Korea, down from US$6,089.06 million in January, a change of -9.11 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Japan down 24.03 percent February 2026 MoM / textiles and garments -22.68%, phones 30.24%
In February, Vietnam exported US$1,922 million worth of goods to Japan, down 24.03 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam iron and steel imports down 34.12 percent in February 2026 / China -44.30%, Indonesia – 24.93%
Vietnam imported iron and steel to the tune of US$680 million in February, down from US$1,033 million in January, a change of -34.12 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Taiwan down 19.02 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -3.80%, phones +200.10%
In February, Vietnam exported US$433 million worth of goods to Taiwan, down 19.02 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from India down 29.89 percent February 2026 MoM / iron and steel -4.24%, fishery products -55.55%
In February, Vietnam imported US$475.74 million worth of goods from India, down from US$678.58 million in January, a change of -29.89 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to China down 25.58 percent February 2026 MoM / computers 0.79%, phones -21.36%
In February, Vietnam exported US$4,705 million worth of goods to China, down 25.58 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, March 27, 2026
On March 27, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,920, and the sell rate was VND 27,970, a change of 100, and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,945 (up 0.36 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam toys & sporting goods exports down 39.24 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -33.77%, Japan -38.39%
Vietnam exported toys and sporting goods to the tune of US$439 million in February, down from US$723 million in January, a change of -39.24 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 26, 2026
On March 26, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,820, and the sell rate was VND 27,870, a change of 130, and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,845 (down 0.46 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam computers imports down 21.55 percent in February 2026 / China -26.83%, South Korea – 6.73%
Vietnam imported computers to the tune of US$13,043 million in February, down from US$16,627 million in January, a change of -21.55 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam iron and steel products exports down 25.83 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -31.15%, Japan -22.05%
Vietnam exported iron and steel products to the tune of US$353 million in February, down from US$475 million in January, a change of -25.83 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia down 12.32 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -15.04%, petroleum products -9.60%
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia, down from US$1,035.23 million in January, a change of -12.32 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to India down 14.55 percent February 2026 MoM / phones +44.50%, computers -45.02%
In February, Vietnam exported US$850 million worth of goods to India, down 14.55 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam dong / black market spread blows out to 11.44%, March 25, 2026
On March 25, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,950, and the sell rate was VND 28,000, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,975 (up 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam wood and wood products exports down 39.64 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -44.08%, China -29.00%
Vietnam exported wood and wood products to the tune of US$969 million in February, down from US$1,606 million in January, a change of -39.64 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from USA down 22.70% February 2026 MoM / computers -10.76%, soy beans -2.45%
In February, Vietnam imported US$1,462.43 million worth of goods from the USA, down from US$1,891.99 million in January, a change of -22.70 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 24, 2026
On March 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,930, and the sell rate was VND 27,980, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,955 (down 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam fruits and vegetables exports down 45.51% MoM in February 2026 / China -56.82%, USA -36.22%
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$351 million in February, down from US$644 million in January, a change of -45.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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