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 exports to Japan down 24.03 percent February 2026 MoM / textiles and garments -22.68%, phones 30.24%
In February, Vietnam exported US$1,922 million worth of goods to Japan, down 24.03 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam iron and steel imports down 34.12 percent in February 2026 / China -44.30%, Indonesia – 24.93%
Vietnam imported iron and steel to the tune of US$680 million in February, down from US$1,033 million in January, a change of -34.12 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Taiwan down 19.02 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -3.80%, phones +200.10%
In February, Vietnam exported US$433 million worth of goods to Taiwan, down 19.02 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Americas up 3.8% MoM in February 2026 / USA +2.3%, Canada +16.8%
In February, the Americas accounted for 141,828 tourist arrivals, an increase of 3.80 percent from January, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Powdered milk production in Vietnam up 25.85 percent in February / year-on-year -6.47%, YTD +9.04%
Vietnam produced 12.97 thousand tonnes of powdered milk in February, up 25.85 percent from 10.30 thousand tonnes in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam imports from India down 29.89 percent February 2026 MoM / iron and steel -4.24%, fishery products -55.55%
In February, Vietnam imported US$475.74 million worth of goods from India, down from US$678.58 million in January, a change of -29.89 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to China down 25.58 percent February 2026 MoM / computers 0.79%, phones -21.36%
In February, Vietnam exported US$4,705 million worth of goods to China, down 25.58 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam plastics imports down 31.72 percent in February 2026 / China -29.68%, South Korea – 23.08%
Vietnam imported plastics to the tune of US$758 million in February, down from US$1,110 million in January, a change of -31.72 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 28.17 points, foreign traders net-sell US$5.65 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,672.80, up 28.17 points or 1.71 percent, with a total trading value of VND 23,451.98 billion or US$890.02 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$5.65 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, March 27, 2026
On March 27, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,920, and the sell rate was VND 27,970, a change of 100, and 100, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,945 (up 0.36 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam toys & sporting goods exports down 39.24 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -33.77%, Japan -38.39%
Vietnam exported toys and sporting goods to the tune of US$439 million in February, down from US$723 million in January, a change of -39.24 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, March 27 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: VN universities’ global rankings, Resin shortages, State media reorganisation, Thai aquaculture development in VN, HCMC court finds against cinema chain over labour dispute, PM orders strategic petroleum reserve, Pick up trucks (utes) market collapses on vehicle redesignation, Novaland woes continue, Fuel tax cuts to go ahead, Airfare surcharge proposed, Corruption arrests hamstring chemical company operations, Electricity shortage concerns HCMC, Vietnam Fuel Prices Tracker: March 27, Update, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, Coal production February, Computer imports February, and more.
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.
In today’s Vietnam news: GS TL on AI, Saigon Economic Times last issue, Fuel prices cut, Vinhomes issuing more bonds, Counterfeit Korean cosmetics store,
In today’s Vietnam news: Power supply imports, Hanoi boulevard project protests, Antidumping duties coming for boxes, Maersk container terminal project Hanoi, Vinpearl foreign investment,
In today’s Vietnam news: Credit limits removed for some major projects, Estonian web security company market entry, Vingroup’s Vuong becomes major shareholder LP Bank,
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