vietnam
The Vietnam category covers economic developments, investment trends, and policy updates specific to the country. It explores market opportunities, trade relations, industry growth, and government initiatives, providing insights into Vietnam’s role in global supply chains, emerging sectors, and foreign business expansion.
Rubber products: Vietnam imports up 7.15 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of rubber products reached US$109.44 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 7.15 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$486.28 million.
Aquaculture: Vietnam’s processed seafood output rises sharply in first five months of 2025
Vietnam produced an estimated 0.60 million tonnes of processed seafood in May 2025, up from 0.57 million tonnes in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Pharmaceutical materials: Vietnam imports dip 5.57 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical materials reached US$42.07 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 5.57 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$214.93 million.
Automotive: Skoda Kushaq sales begin in Vietnam as local assembly ramps up
Sales of the locally assembled Skoda Kushaq have officially started in Vietnam, marking a key milestone for the brand’s expansion in the country, Just Auto has reported.
What Vietnam’s New Law on Digital Technology Actually Means for Crypto Traders
Vietnam’s new Law on Digital Technology has been heralded as landmark legislation in that it officially recognises cryptocurrencies in law, but it’s more foundational than game-changing. It’s what is built on top of it that will really make a difference, though what that might be, and how effective it might be, is still not entirely clear.
Manufacturing: Vietnam’s PMI falls to 48.9 in June on weaker export demand
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector faced renewed headwinds in June, with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI slipping to 48.9 from 49.8 in May. This marked the third consecutive month below the 50.0 no-change threshold, indicating a modest deterioration in business conditions as the first half of 2025 closed.
Securities: Vietnam stock market mixed on July 1 as VN-Index edges up
On 1 July 2025, the VN-Index closed slightly higher at 1,377.84, up 1.77 points or 0.13 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 21.02 trillion or US$840.8 million, according to the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange (HOSE).
Chemical products: Vietnam exports drop 13.38% in May
Vietnam’s exports of chemical products reached US$226.59 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 13.38 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.20 billion.
Electronics manufacturing: Vietnam’s mobile phone output remains stable through May 2025
Vietnam produced an estimated 14.5 million phones in May 2025, slightly down from 14.6 million in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Soybeans: Vietnam imports skyrocket by 97.16 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of soybeans reached an impressive US$110.91 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a near-doubling of imports with a significant increase of 97.16 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$428.98 million.
Crude oil: Vietnam’s output mixed in first five months of 2025
Vietnam produced an estimated 0.70 million tonnes of crude oil in May 2025, up from 0.63 million tonnes in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Pastries, sweets and cereal products: Vietnam imports rise 4.60 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of pastries, sweets, and cereal products reached US$49.24 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 4.60 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$240.10 million.
Economy: Business confidence in Vietnam holds steady for Europe-linked firms — BCI Q2 2025
European business leaders continue to show strong long-term confidence in Vietnam, according to the EuroCham Business Confidence Index (BCI) for Q2 2025, even as global trade tensions and domestic challenges persist.
Coffee: South Korea’s The Venti coffee chain launches first Vietnam store
South Korean coffee chain The Venti has officially entered Vietnam, opening its first store in Ho Chi Minh City as part of a broader push to expand across Southeast Asia, ChosunBiz has reported.
Food & beverage: Vietnam’s beer production edges higher in May, slightly down year-to-date
Vietnam produced an estimated 390.5 million litres of beer in May 2025, up from 357.1 million litres in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Stock market: Vietnamese stock indexes edge up as mid-caps lead gains
Vietnam’s major stock indexes ended slightly higher, supported by gains in mid-cap stocks and steady foreign investor interest, June 30, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange.
Yarn: Vietnam exports dip 5.46% in May, despite strong USA and Colombia growth
Vietnam’s exports of yarn reached US$341.70 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 5.46 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.74 billion.
Currency: Vietnam dong weakens slightly, black market premium persists
The central exchange rate for the Vietnam dong rose slightly to 25,052 per US dollar today from 25,048 yesterday, up 0.02 percent, according to data from the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV). Meanwhile, black market rates, according to Ty Gia USD, continue to trade significantly higher, indicating persistent demand for US dollars outside official channels.
Manufacturing: Vietnam non-wood furniture exports dip 3.33% in May
Vietnam’s exports of furniture made from materials other than wood reached US$293.07 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 3.33 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.49 billion.
Mining: Vietnam’s coal output rises in first five months of 2025
Vietnam produced an estimated 4.43 million tonnes of coal in May 2025, slightly up from 4.28 million tonnes in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
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