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.
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.
Thailand approves jet fuel exports to Vietnam, Philippines
Thailand’s National Security Council has approved aviation fuel exports to Vietnam and the Philippines after both governments requested support from Thailand, Nation Thailand has reported. This comes as jet fuel supply disruptions weigh heavily on Vietnam’s aviation industry.
Tax support to drive Vietnam biofuels uptake proposed
This is an interesting proposal in that from June 1, this year, all unleaded petrol is mandated to contain at least 10 percent biofuel (though, confusingly, a 5 percent blend will also be sold), which would make pricing biofuels lower than regular fuels to drive uptake redundant.
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.
Petrol mixed with diesel but sold anyway raises questions RE: Vietnam fuel market regulation
Police allegations that a Petrolimex manager diluted contaminated diesel and continued selling it raise broader questions about financial pressure inside Vietnam’s regulated fuel market.
Vietnam News Today, May 21 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Petrolimex manager arrested for fuel fraud, Vietnam US trade talks, Vietnam biofuel tax proposal, Government-run executive training program proposal, Thailand approves aviation fuel exports, US approves new ambassador to Vietnam, Vietnam motorcycle sales surge through April, Vietnam to adjust domestic fuel prices, Vietnam bond yields rise on May 20, VN-Index closes higher on Wednesday, Vietnam black market USD rates rise, and more.
Vietnam raises US$343 million in government bond auction amid weak long-term demand
Government bond yields in Vietnam continued to edge higher on May 20 as demand remained concentrated in shorter tenors, while appetite for longer-dated debt stayed weak, according to a release from the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 0.30 points, foreign traders net-sell US$1.10 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,913.23, up 0.30 points or 0.02 percent, with a total trading value of VND 31,790.07 billion or US$1206.45 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$1.10 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong also weaker, May 20, 2026
On May 20, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,500, and the sell rate was VND 26,550, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,525 (up 0.08 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam cosmetics imports top US$170.87 million in April 2026, down 7.17 percent vs. March
Vietnam imported cosmetics to the tune of US$171 million in April, down from US$184 million in March, a change of -7.17 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$646 million worth of cosmetics by the end of April. The data
Vietnam Manufacturing Profit Margins Hit As Fuel Prices Drive Up Input Costs
Manufacturing in Vietnam is feeling the heat from higher input costs on rising fuel prices. This has led the sector onto rocky ground, with new orders falling and increased costs eating into profit margins.
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 News Today, May 20 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: BIDV Securities exec on foreign stock selling, Vietnam Airlines racism claims, Viet Ha assets, LG Honda battery swapping project, National brands’ EV analysis, Deputy PM pushes more government tech spending, Pedestrian bridge Saigon financed by Export Finance Australia, 8 visa violators to be exported, Counterfeit goods still being sold after raid, Novaland still struggling to meet bond commitments, Stock market Tuesday, Pharmaceuticals imports April, Exchange rates Tuesday, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 15.01 points, foreign traders net-sell US$27.59 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,912.93, down 15.01 points or 0.78 percent, with a total trading value of VND 32,358.73 billion or US$1228.04 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$27.59 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
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 seafood imports reached US$278.61 million in April 2026, down 2.98 percent compared to March
Vietnam imported seafood to the tune of US$279 million in April, down from US$287 million in March, a change of -2.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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 News Today, May 19 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Power sector executive prosecution, Funding secured for floating storage, Congo oil for VN refinery, Hong Kong wood processing project approved, Vingroup stock price analysis, Securities chief on bank funding pressures, VN refinery expecting ‘stable’ operations to June, VN dairy firm secures US patent, Japan biomass MoU, Rare earths exporter arrested, Vietnam’s Airlines’ Unique Vulnerabilities Amid Rising Jet Fuel Prices, Exchange rates Monday, Stock market Monday, and more.
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.
In today’s Vietnam news: Interest on late wages, HD Bank capital raising, Techcombank foreign buyers, China electronics firm expanding, New Japan polysilicon factory VN,
In today’s Vietnam news: Gold below world price, Gold bar liquidity issues, Bank bond interest rates easing, SME loan access, New data storage fines,
In today’s Vietnam news: Novaland outstanding bond debts, Misleading advertising fine water purifiers, Honda EV 2W sales jump, Entry-level jobs shrinking, Hanoi rooftop solar
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