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Vietnam News Today, August 24 2026, Business & Economy

August 24, 2026

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July 1, 2026

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June 23, 2026

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June 18, 2026

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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 inflation hits five-year March high as fuel-driven CPI rises 4.65 percent year on year

the-shiv April 5, 2026 9:38 am

Vietnam’s inflation accelerated in March 2026, with the Consumer Price Index rising 1.23 percent month on month and 4.65 percent year on year, marking the highest March increase in five years, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.

Vietnam foreign investment jumps 42.9 percent to US$15.2 billion in Q1 2026 on surge in new project capital

the-shiv April 5, 2026 8:52 am

Vietnam’s registered foreign investment surged in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a sharp increase in large-scale project approvals and capital inflows, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.

Vietnam retail and services growth reaches 10.9 percent in Q1 2026 on holiday demand and tourism surge

the-shiv April 5, 2026 8:48 am

Vietnam’s retail and services sector expanded strongly in the first quarter of 2026, driven by holiday consumption and rising international tourist arrivals, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.

Vietnam industrial output posts fastest first-quarter growth since 2020 as manufacturing expands 9.7 percent

the-shiv April 5, 2026 8:46 am

Vietnam’s industrial sector maintained strong momentum in the first quarter of 2026, with the Industrial Production Index rising 9.0 percent year on year, marking the fastest first-quarter expansion since 2020, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.

Vietnam Q1 2026 GDP growth accelerates to 7.83 percent on industry / services

the-shiv April 5, 2026 8:39 am

Vietnam’s economy expanded 7.83 percent year on year in the first quarter of 2026, accelerating from 7.07 percent in the same period last year, with growth broad-based across sectors and led by industry and services, according to the latest release from the National Statistics Office.

Electricity production in Vietnam up 24.19 percent in February / year-on-year -5.31%, YTD +4.97%

the-shiv April 4, 2026 8:00 pm

Vietnam produced 24.58 billion kWh of electricity in February, up 24.19 percent from 19.80 billion kWh in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.

Vietnam imports from Philippines down 34.45 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -43.69%, iron and steel +31.33%

the-shiv April 4, 2026 4:00 pm

In February, Vietnam imported US$161.89 million worth of goods from the Philippines, down from US$246.98 million in January, a change of -34.45 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam exports to Belgium down 34.63 percent February 2026 MoM / footwear -47.53%, iron and steel 34.37%

the-shiv April 4, 2026 2:00 pm

In February, Vietnam exported US$213 million worth of goods to Belgium, down 34.63 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam fruits and vegetables imports down 48.02 percent in February 2026 / China -10.76%, USA – 80.23%

the-shiv April 4, 2026 12:00 pm

Vietnam imported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$193 million in February, down from US$372 million in January, a change of -48.02 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam plastic products exports down 34.50 percent MoM in February 2026 / USA -36.19%, Japan -27.48%

the-shiv April 4, 2026 8:43 am

Vietnam exported plastic products to the tune of US$459 million in February, down from US$701 million in January, a change of -34.50 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam imports from Italy down 31.04 percent February 2026 MoM / pharmaceutical products -60.56%, fabrics +6.03%

the-shiv April 3, 2026 8:00 pm

In February, Vietnam imported US$134.11 million worth of goods from Italy, down from US$194.49 million in January, a change of -31.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, black market dong weaker, April 03, 2026

the-shiv April 3, 2026 5:22 pm

On April 3, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,480 and the sell rate was VND 27,520, a change of 60, and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,500 (up 0.20 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.

Vietnam’s VN-Index down 10.78 points, foreign traders net-sell US$59.54 million, Friday

the-shiv April 3, 2026 5:03 pm

The VN-Index closed at 1,684.04, down 10.78 points or 0.64 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,128.89 billion or US$801.86 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$59.54 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.

Vietnam imports from UK down 0.14 percent February 2026 MoM / plastic products -32.86%, chemical products -24.29%

the-shiv April 3, 2026 3:00 pm

In February, Vietnam imported US$74.11 million worth of goods from the UK, down from US$74.21 million in January, a change of -0.14 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam News Today, April 03 2026, Business & Economy

Mark Barnes April 3, 2026 8:48 am

In today’s Vietnam news: Trump trademark applications, MPS plans to shore up stock market, CPJ condemns journalist’s 8-year sentence, Financial support for cultural industries, Boat operator fined for installing Starlink without approval, UK renewables firm funding VN projects, Chinese rubber form factory HCMC, Adjustments to petrol price calculations, Revised fines for anti-competitive behaviour, HOKA opens Hanoi store, Tax reduction on kerosene / mazut proposed, Provisional anti-dumping rates Chinese steel, Environmental monitoring tampering, Fuel price hike, the-shiv advertising rate card / April 2026, Stock market Thursday, Exchange rates Thursday, and more.

Tackling Energy Efficiency in Vietnam: Key Challenges in 2026

Mark Barnes April 3, 2026 8:24 am

In response to the fuel supply challenges created by the war in Iran, the Government of Vietnam is looking to accelerate the country’s energy transition. But this isn’t the first time, with several key roadblocks to greater energy efficiency proving difficult to overcome.

Vietnam’s VN-Index down 8.11 points, foreign traders net-buy US$111.12 million, Thursday

the-shiv April 2, 2026 4:55 pm

The VN-Index closed at 1,694.82, down 8.11 points or 0.48 percent, with a total trading value of VND 27,391.52 billion or US$1039.53 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$111.12 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.