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.
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.
Crude oil exports from Vietnam up 4.84 percent in December, Australia / Thailand top buyers
Vietnam exported crude oil to the tune of US$131 million in December, up from US$125 million in November, a change of 4.84 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, January 30 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Round 6 trade negotiations USA, Gold demand, Vinatex bumper year, Electric car power supply, Paying for 10 percent growth, Online travel revenue forecast, Bank capital raising Resolution 79, VN credit-to-GDP 3X peers, Local messaging app lost trust, LSEG VN equities assessment, Mandatory retirement gender gap, UK consultancy VN golf development, Video game industry development, Rule change importing used equipment, Imports from Canada, Exports to Brazil, Stock market Thursday, and more.
Vietnam imports from Canada reach US$98.04 million in December, up 7.18 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$98.04 million worth of goods from Canada, up from US$91.47 million in November, a change of 7.18 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to Brazil US$247 million in December, down 4.27 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$247 million worth of goods to Brazil, down 4.27 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 12.07 points, foreign traders net-sell US$17.27 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,814.98, up 12.07 points or 0.67 percent, with a total trading value of VND 25,439.15 billion or US$965.43 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$17.27 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 unchanged, Thursday
On January 29, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,200, and the sell rate was VND 26,250, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,225, according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Leather shoes and sandals production in Vietnam down 3.75 percent in December
Vietnam produced 34.00 million pairs of leather shoes and sandals in December, down 3.75 percent from 35.32 million pairs in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Animal feed imports Vietnam up 23.25 percent in December, USA / Argentina top suppliers
Vietnam imported animal fodder and animal fodder materials to the tune of US$396 million in December, up from US$321 million in November, a change of 23.25 percent, 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,
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
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This is an interview with Dr Nuno F. Ribeiro, Associate Professor, International Tourism & Hospitality Management at Copenhagen Business College, formerly of RMIT Vietnam. It