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’s VN-Index down 25.50 points, foreign traders net-sell US$93.81 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 2,004.31, down 25.50 points or 1.26 percent, with a total trading value of VND 18,602.22 billion or US$705.97 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$93.81 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, Monday
On February 2, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,450 and the sell rate was VND 26,500, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,475, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,064, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,031.
Rubber imports Vietnam up 16.81 percent in December, Cambodia / China top suppliers
Vietnam imported rubber to the tune of US$332 million in December, up from US$284 million in November, a change of 16.81 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Petroleum products exports from Vietnam up 24.60 percent in December, China / South Korea top buyers
Vietnam exported petroleum products to the tune of US$94 million in December, up from US$75 million in November, a change of 24.60 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, February 02 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Garment sector results analysis, Vingroup 2025 results, China windfarm Ben Tre, Tainted coffee, Labour challenges JETRO survey, Gold / silver price drop triggers buying, India vs Vietnam textiles / garments, Fake rolex bust, European consultants Vietnam HSR, Appliance factory expansion, Local furniture brands development, Goods stuck border regulation delays, Imports from Mexico, Exports to the UAE, Imports fishery products, Animal feed exports, Imports from UAE, and more.
Vietnam imports from Mexico reach US$108.95 million in December, up 1.51 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$108.95 million worth of goods from Mexico, up from US$107.32 million in November, a change of 1.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to UAE US$525 million in December, up 8.53 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$525 million worth of goods to the UAE, up 8.53 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fishery products imports Vietnam up 21.51 percent in December, India / Norway top suppliers
Vietnam imported fishery products to the tune of US$356 million in December, up from US$293 million in November, a change of 21.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vingroup’s Q4 2025 Financial Report: Higher Revenue, Higher Leverage
Vingroup’s latest financial statements reveal more of the same — significant growth but powered by taking on a lot of new debt. This is nothing really new per se; however, some of the underlying balance-sheet pressures are reaching levels that are becoming harder to ignore.
Animal feed / feed materials exports from Vietnam up 11.95 percent in December, China / Cambodia top buyers
Vietnam exported animal feed and animal fodder materials to the tune of US$149 million in December, up from US$133 million in November, a change of 11.95 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from UAE reach US$105.23 million in December, up 126.65 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$105.23 million worth of goods from the UAE, up from US$46.43 million in November, a change of 126.65 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Mexico US$655 million in December, up 13.08 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$655 million worth of goods to Mexico, up 13.08 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cashew nut imports Vietnam down 8.43 percent in December, Ivory Coast / Tanzania top suppliers
Vietnam imported cashew nut to the tune of US$242 million in December, down from US$264 million in November, a change of -8.43 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Non-wood furniture exports from Vietnam up 24.63 percent in December, Australia / Denmark top buyers
Vietnam exported non-wood furniture to the tune of US$443 million in December, up from US$356 million in November, a change of 24.63 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam imports from Cambodia reach US$501.37 million in December, up 35.68 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$501.37 million worth of goods from Cambodia, up from US$369.53 million in November, a change of 35.68 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Hong Kong US$1.8 billion in December, up 32.08 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$1,828 million worth of goods to Hong Kong, up 32.08 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 14.06 points, foreign traders net-buy US$26.11 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,829.04, up 14.06 points or 0.77 percent, with a total trading value of VND 29,057.03 billion or US$1102.73 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$26.11 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, Friday
On January 30, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,450, and the sell rate was VND 26,500, a change of 250 and 250, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,475 (up 0.95 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,074, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 25,916.
Electricity production in Vietnam down 7.45 percent in December
Vietnam produced 25.68 billion kwh of electricity in December, down 7.45 percent from 27.75 billion kwh in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Cosmetics imports Vietnam up 32.80 percent in December, Singapore / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations to the tune of US$190 million in December, up from US$143 million in November, a change of 32.80 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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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