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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.
How Low Can the Vietnamese Dong Go? Why it’s Sliding & What Might Happen Next
Vietnam’s dong has weakened 2.83 percent this year, diverging from regional peers, as State Bank interventions have the currency overvalued and FX reserves depleted. With this in mind, this article looks at how it’s reached this point, what is happening now, and where it might be headed next.
US tariffs: Vietnamese firms shift to automation and market diversification, new PwC survey shows
A new PwC Vietnam survey shows that local manufacturers are accelerating automation, lean manufacturing, and market diversification in response to the prospect of a 46 percent US tariff. The findings reveal that firms are looking beyond short-term cost cutting and moving toward more structural adjustments to maintain competitiveness.
Industry: Vietnam ferrous waste & scrap imports decline by 14.88 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap reached US$170.28 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 14.88 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$812.53 million.
Mining: Vietnam ores and mineral imports plunge by 29.57 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of ores and other minerals products reached US$235.62 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 29.57 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.31 billion.
Banking & finance: Vietnam’s financial hub ambitions clouded by governance, transparency gaps: Alvarez & Marsal
Vietnam’s ambitions to become a credible regional financial hub risk falling short without stronger transparency, enforcement, and governance, Douglas Jackson, Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal, has warned in an article published by The Investor.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index climbs above 1,358 as industrials rally, foreign outflows continue
The VN-Index rose 8.83 points to close at 1,358.18 on 23 June 2025, up 0.65 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 21,752.59 billion or approximately US$836 million. The session saw moderate gains led by select industrial and construction stocks, while bank stocks were mixed.
Cashew Nuts: Vietnam Exports Surge 11.49% in May
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts reached US$550.84 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 11.49 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$1.88 billion.
Agriculture: Vietnam tea exports jump 25.99% in May
Vietnam’s exports of tea reached US$18.66 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 25.99 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$76.50 million. Vietnam is a major global tea exporter, ranking among the top five.
Precious stones & metals: Vietnam exports surge 11.87% in May
Vietnam’s exports of precious stones, precious metals, and articles thereof reached US$51.69 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 11.87 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$258.61 million.
Industry: Vietnam iron and steel exports drop 15.48 percent in May
Vietnam’s exports of iron and steel reached US$600.08 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant decrease of 15.48 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$3.09 billion.
Banking & finance: Asian Bond Monitor report confirms structural weaknesses in Vietnam bond market
Vietnam’s bond market continues to show key structural weaknesses, according to the Asia Bond Monitor June 2025. The market remains highly concentrated, with limited corporate issuance and a small sustainable bond segment.
Rubber: Vietnam imports jump 19.36 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of rubber reached US$242.58 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 19.36 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.19 billion.
Food & beverage: Vietnam’s fragmented food safety system leaves risks unaddressed, says Alinea International
Vietnam’s food safety culture remains weak, with gaps in hygiene, enforcement, and legal frameworks leaving the public exposed to foodborne illness, according to Brian Bedard, director of Food Safety and Animal Health at Alinea International.
Real estate: Global Minimum Tax, US reciprocal tariffs could threaten Vietnam margins and sentiment, says Knight Frank
Vietnam’s property market faces headwinds from the coming Global Minimum Tax and uncertainty over US reciprocal tariffs, both of which could weigh on developer margins and investor sentiment, Global property advisory firm Knight Frank has said in an analysis published by The Investor.
Industrial real estate: Japan’s Nippon Koei to advise Vietnamese developer on Long Thanh project
Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei has been hired by Dong Nai Tan Hiep Industrial Park to advise on its Bau Can – Tan Hiep Industrial Park project, VN Express has reported. The project reflects a growing trend of Vietnamese developers engaging foreign expertise to design industrial parks that meet international environmental and technical standards..
Ceramics: Vietnam exports dip 4.70% in May
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products reached US$53.92 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 4.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$262.69 million.
Yarn: Vietnam imports see modest 0.60% rise in May
Vietnam’s imports of yarn reached US$251.94 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 0.60 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.15 billion.
Agriculture: Vietnam’s animal fodder and material imports reach $426 million in May
Vietnam’s imports of animal fodders and animal fodder materials amounted to $426 million in May, representing a 4.27% increase compared to April. For the year-to-date, total imports in this category reached $2 billion, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fruits & vegetables: Vietnam exports surge 17.77% in May
Vietnam’s exports of fruits and vegetables reached US$616.54 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 17.77 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.30 billion.
Tourism: Club Med’s Vietnam sales surge 32 percent in 2024 on ski, luxury travel demand
Club Med’s total sales from Vietnam rose 32 percent year-on-year, driven by rising demand for ski and upscale all-inclusive holidays, the company has said in a press release. Hokkaido resorts accounted for 56 percent of bookings from Vietnam for ski travel in 2024, followed by strong sales to Maldives and Bali.
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