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.
Coal production in Vietnam up 42.27 percent in February / year-on-year -28.55%, YTD -6.13%
Vietnam produced 4,142.45 thousand tons of coal in February, up 42.27 percent from 2,911.74 thousand tons in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 13.56 points, foreign traders net-sell US$28.12 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,644.63, down 13.56 points or 0.82 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,673.68 billion or US$822.53 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$28.12 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 26, 2026
On March 26, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,820, and the sell rate was VND 27,870, a change of 130, and 130, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,845 (down 0.46 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam computers imports down 21.55 percent in February 2026 / China -26.83%, South Korea – 6.73%
Vietnam imported computers to the tune of US$13,043 million in February, down from US$16,627 million in January, a change of -21.55 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam iron and steel products exports down 25.83 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -31.15%, Japan -22.05%
Vietnam exported iron and steel products to the tune of US$353 million in February, down from US$475 million in January, a change of -25.83 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, March 26 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Coal phase out plans, Fuel price cut, Construction materials price rises HCMC, Crypto trading limited to existing traders only, Vietnam derivatives exchange, US 301 investigations expectations, Nghi Son refinery announcement, Aus. + SK rare earth development VN, China battery project VN, Putin visit VN 2026, Government bond auction March 25, Vietnam Fuel Prices Tracker: March 26, Update, Imports from Malaysia February, Exports to India February, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, Wood exports February, and more.
Vietnam exports to Malaysia down 12.32 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -15.04%, petroleum products -9.60%
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia, down from US$1,035.23 million in January, a change of -12.32 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to India down 14.55 percent February 2026 MoM / phones +44.50%, computers -45.02%
In February, Vietnam exported US$850 million worth of goods to India, down 14.55 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 43.42 points, foreign traders net-sell US$38.10 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,658.19, up 43.42 points or 2.69 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,611.97 billion or US$858.14 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$38.10 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam dong / black market spread blows out to 11.44%, March 25, 2026
On March 25, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,950, and the sell rate was VND 28,000, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,975 (up 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam wood and wood products exports down 39.64 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -44.08%, China -29.00%
Vietnam exported wood and wood products to the tune of US$969 million in February, down from US$1,606 million in January, a change of -39.64 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Mobile phone production in Vietnam up 1.73 percent in February / year-on-year -5.36%, YTD -4.43%
Vietnam produced 15.32 million mobile phones in February, up 1.73 percent from 15.06 million units in January, according to the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Today, March 25 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: EU US$606m VN investment clean energy / transport, EU warning on China 5g development VN, Fake news fine hike, Building design competitions increasing apartment costs, Refinery operations, Xanh GSM entry strategy Philippines, Environment tax cut proposal, Fuel price increase, Green consumption, Supercar convoy in HCMC, The Latest US Section 301 Probes and What They Mean for Vietnam, Vietnam Fuel Prices Tracker: March 25, Update, Imports from USA February, Fresh milk production February, Stock market Tuesday, Exchange rates Tuesday, Fruit and vegetable exports February, and more.
Vietnam imports from USA down 22.70% February 2026 MoM / computers -10.76%, soy beans -2.45%
In February, Vietnam imported US$1,462.43 million worth of goods from the USA, down from US$1,891.99 million in January, a change of -22.70 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fresh milk production in Vietnam up 8.97 percent in February / year-on-year -1.51, YTD +1.90
Vietnam produced 138.96 million litres of fresh milk in February, up 8.97 percent from 127.52 million litres in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 23.60 points, foreign traders net-sell US$22.09 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,614.77, up 23.60 points or 1.48 percent, with a total trading value of VND 20,461.21 billion or US$776.52 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$22.09 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, March 24, 2026
On March 24, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,930, and the sell rate was VND 27,980, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,955 (down 0.07 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam fruits and vegetables exports down 45.51% MoM in February 2026 / China -56.82%, USA -36.22%
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$351 million in February, down from US$644 million in January, a change of -45.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam soy beans imports down 14.06 percent in February 2026 / USA -2.45%, Brazil- 1.21%
Vietnam imported soy beans to the tune of US$133 million in February, down from US$155 million in January, a change of -14.06 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
The Latest US Section 301 Probes and What They Mean for Vietnam
The United States has launched two Section 301 investigations targeting forced labour enforcement and excess capacity. This places Vietnam at risk of new tariffs on key exports.
In today’s Vietnam news: Fuel prices cut, Double-digit growth target reinforced, New airport services delay approval requested, TikTok VN investment, Bybit in Vietnam, LG
In today’s Vietnam news: VN renews antidumping tariffs on Thai sugar, Power supply challenges continue, USTR tariffs forced labour, AMRO growth forecast downgrade, Foreign
In today’s Vietnam news: Fund outflows May, New HCMC airport trial operations to begin September, M&A HCMC 2026, Compensation for gas-to-electric bike switch Hanoi,
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