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.
Retail: Vietnam social commerce market to hit US$5 billion in 2025, report
Vietnam’s social commerce market is projected to grow 25.4 percent in 2025, reaching US$5.00 billion, up from US$3.99 billion in 2024. Long-term, the sector is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 15.3 percent through 2030, hitting US$10.21 billion, according to a report from Research and Markets.
Food and Beverage: Vietnam organic food industry forecast to reach US$3 billion by 2033, IMARC
Vietnam’s organic food market was valued at US$1.2 billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach US$3.0 billion by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 9.9 percent, according to a report by IMARC Group.
Consumer electrical: Vietnam imports down 24.38 percent over March, Thailand lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of electric consumer products and parts thereof reached US$238.70 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant 24.38 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$1.02 billion for this category.
Rubber: Vietnam imports down in April, Cambodia lead source
Vietnam’s imports of rubber reached US$203.24 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 7.52 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$945.73 million.
Vietnam Trade Barriers 2025: USTR Trade Estimates Report Key Findings
The United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) 2025 National Trade Estimate (NTE) Report highlights persistent trade barriers and market access concerns in Vietnam. It has also been cited as a basis for the “reciprocal” tariffs announced by the Trump administration at the start of April and therefore warrants a deeper look. This article breaks down the key details.
Private sector development: Vietnam business leaders call for treatment equal to FDI firms
Private firms lack equal access to approvals, tax incentives, and administrative support compared to FDI projects, Nguyen Van Vinh, General Director of AMACCAO, has told Zing News. This is part of increasingly vocal calls for equal treatment between domestic and foreign firms among Vietnam’s business community.
Rubber: Vietnam exports down 35.19 percent in April, China top destination
Vietnam’s exports of rubber reached US$139.46 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial decrease of 35.19 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$872.79 million.
Food & beverage: Russian Pizza chain to exit Ho Chi Minh City
Russia’s Dodo Pizza will close all of its Ho Chi Minh City outlets from May 26, due to “many objective factors and new strategic directions”, Tuoi Tre has reported.
Plastics: Vietnam exports down 13.43 percent in April
Vietnam’s exports of plastics reached US$194.37 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 13.43 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$788.42 million.
Cotton: Vietnam imports up 11.37 percent over March, USA lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of cotton reached US$290.24 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an 11.37 percent increase compared to the import value in March and accounts for the entire year-to-date import value of US$1.08 billion for this specific category.
Chemicals: Vietnam exports slightly down 0.29 percent in April, India top destination
Vietnam’s exports of chemicals reached US$240.73 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a marginal decrease of 0.29 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$918.16 million.
Chemical products: Vietnam exports slightly up 0.54 percent in April, Laos top destination
Vietnam’s exports of chemical products reached US$261.60 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a marginal increase of 0.54 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$971.34 million.
Private sector development: Vietnam National Assembly approves support package for private sector
Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed a resolution with nearly 90 percent support to strengthen mechanisms for private economic development. Policies include land rent subsidies, interest rate support, tax exemptions, inspection limits, and legal protections for private enterprises, SMEs, and startups, Vietnam Biz has reported.
Tourism: Industry voices call for hands-on reform to fix Vietnam’s workforce gap
Vietnam’s tourism workforce suffers not only from a shortage in numbers but also from weak quality and limited real-world exposure, Professor Dao Manh Hung (VITEA) has warned in an article published by VietnamNet.
Fishery products: Vietnam imports down slightly in April, Indonesia leads
Vietnam’s imports of fishery products reached US$267.34 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a marginal 1.05 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$1.03 billion for this category.
Education: Vietnam parents blindsided as HCMC English centre shuts after collecting US$250,000
Over VND 6.58 billion or US$253,840 in tuition was collected before the sudden closure of Australia International English School (AIES), in Ho Chi Minh City, VN Express has reported. More than 200 parents across Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong, and Dong Nai were affected.
Vietnam Retail Sales Tracker: April Update [data set]
This retail sales in Vietnam tracker from the-shiv collects and organises key retail sales data from Vietnam. It is updated monthly as new information becomes available.
Doing Business in Hanoi: Opportunities, Challenges, & FDI trends in 2025
Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, offers a dynamic business environment for companies seeking to tap into the Southeast Asian market. As the country’s political, economic, and cultural hub, Hanoi provides access to a relatively skilled workforce and a growing consumer market. The city’s strategic location within the region facilitates trade and logistics, making it an attractive location for businesses across various sectors.
Cashew nut: Vietnam exports surge 28.60 percent in April, China sees massive growth
Vietnam’s exports of cashew nuts reached US$494.06 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial increase of 28.60 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$1.33 billion.
Pharmaceutical products: Vietnam imports down 3.08 percent in April, imports from US jump
Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical products reached US$334.74 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight decrease of 3.08 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) import value of US$1.29 billion.
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