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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.
Vietnam’s plastic product imports jumped 25 percent in March
Vietnam imported US$856.79 million worth of plastic products in March, a 25 percent increase from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. The total import value for the first three months reached US$2.22 billion.
Vietnam’s phone accessory production value up 12 percent year-on-year in Q1
Vietnam’s phone accessory production was valued at VND 51.2 trillion in March, up significantly from VND 33.8 trillion in February. The March figure marked a 27.6 percent increase compared to the same month last year, while total output for the first quarter reached VND 119.2 trillion, up 12 percent year-on-year, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s rubber exports fall by 4.67 percent in March
Vietnam exported US$215.18 million worth of rubber in March, down 4.67 percent from February, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s aquatic production rises 2.8% in Q1 2025
Vietnam’s total aquatic output reached 1.993 million tons in the first quarter of 2025, up 2.8 percent year-on-year, driven by strong growth in aquaculture, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Electricity: Vietnam generates 72.2 billion kWh in Q1 2025, coal dominates energy mix
Vietnam’s total electricity generation and imports reached 72.2 billion kWh in the first quarter of 2025, with coal-fired power accounting for more than half of the country’s energy supply, according to data from state-owned power provider Electricity Vietnam.
Bonds: Vietnam sees March jump in corporate bond issuances
Vietnam recorded a jump in corporate bond issuance in March 2025, with VND 10.7 trillion (US$428 million) raised, according to data from the Vietnam Bond Market Association. The spike in issuance comes despite a heavy redemption calendar for the remainder of the year and some continued default activity.
Healthcare: Vietnam X-ray market set to reach US$99.22 million by 2030 on diagnostic demand surge
Vietnam’s X-ray market is expected to grow from US$73.12 million in 2024 to US$99.22 million by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.22 percent, according to a report from MarkNtel Advisors. The rise is being driven by higher diagnostic demand, chronic disease cases, and investments in healthcare infrastructure, the report says.
Ice cream: Vietnam market to reach US$245 million by 2030 on rising demand, tourism boost
Vietnam’s ice cream market is expected to grow from US$180 million in 2024 to US$245 million by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2 percent, according to MarkNtel Advisors. This growth, the report says, is being driven by rising incomes, hot weather, tourism, and shifting consumer preferences toward artisanal and exotic flavours.
Vietnam’s clinker and cement exports edge down by 0.94 percent in March
Vietnam’s clinker and cement exports dipped slightly by 0.94 percent in March compared to February, totalling US$112.02 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s cotton imports decline by 13.41 percent in March
Vietnam’s imports of cotton totalled US$260.62 million in March 2025, reflecting a 13.41 percent decrease compared to February. Year-to-date (YTD) imports reached US$787.58 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Stock market: Vietnam’s VN-Index surges 4.6 percent, trading tops US$1.5 billion
Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index jumped 4.63 percent to close at 1,222.46 points, marking a strong recovery across the board. Trading value on the VN-Index reached VND 38.16 trillion, or approximately US$1.53 billion, according to data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical material imports surged over 34 percent in March
Vietnam imported US$52.62 million worth of pharmaceutical materials in March, up 34.24 percent from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought the total value for the first quarter to US$128.40 million.
Vietnam’s mobile phone output down 1.7 percent year-on-year in Q1
Vietnam’s mobile phone production reached 15.1 million units in March, up slightly from 14.9 million units in February. However, March output was 10.4 percent lower than the same month last year, and total first-quarter production stood at 45.8 million units, down 1.7 percent year-on-year, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s rice exports surge by 48.06 percent in March
Vietnam exported US$530.54 million worth of rice in March, up 48.06 percent from February, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourism demand drives March rise in entertainment and culture prices in Vietnam
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) for culture, entertainment, and tourism rose 0.18% in March 2025, primarily due to increased travel demand and higher associated service costs, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Roundup: April 4 to April 10
This week’s Vietnam news roundup covers the latest: responses to US tariffs, State Bank open market operations, GDP and CPI numbers from the first quarter of 2025, the increase in the average income, and more…
Vietnam’s chemical product exports increase by 17.61 percent in March
Vietnam’s chemical product exports rose by 17.61 percent in March compared to February, reaching US$260.18 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s petroleum product imports rose over 7 percent in March
Vietnam imported US$557.41 million worth of petroleum products in March, up 7.65 percent from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought the total value for the first three months of the year to US$1.66 billion.
Vietnam’s computer and electrical products imports rise by 10.39 percent in March 2025
Vietnam’s imports of computers, electrical products, spare parts, and components totalled US$11.49 billion in March 2025, reflecting a 10.39 percent increase from February. Year-to-date (YTD) imports reached US$31.64 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s precious metal and jewellery exports up 23.56 percent in March
Vietnam exported US$64.64 million worth of precious stones, precious metals and related articles in March, an increase of 23.56 percent from February, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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