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.
Chemical products imports Vietnam up 16.30 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported chemical products to the tune of US$809 million in December, up from US$695 million in November, a change of 16.30 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam down 1.88 percent in December, China / USA top buyers
Vietnam exported cashew nut to the tune of US$466 million in December, down from US$475 million in November, a change of -1.88 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, January 21 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Carbon market framework decree issued, Toyota ups investment – hybrids, Crypto exchange applications open, Shift to sustainable tourism, Offtake commitments LNG, Undocumented beer seizure, Calls for higher quality FDI, 10 percent growth target, Korean bank subsidiary approval, Fake Gucci / Hermes haul, 14th NPC demographics, Anti-dumping Thai / Chinese wood imports, Vinhomes bond issuance, Stock market Tuesday, Imports from Singapore, Exports to UK, Exchange rates Tuesday, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 2.81 points, foreign traders net-sell US$63.68 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,893.78, down 2.81 points or 0.15 percent, with a total trading value of VND 37,051.64 billion or US$1406.13 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$63.68 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Singapore ships US$647.64 million worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 39.08 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$647.64 million worth of goods from Singapore, up from US$465.67 million in November, a change of 39.08 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
UK buys US$670 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 0.50 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$670 million worth of goods to UK, up 0.50 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, Tuesday
On January 20, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,500 and the sell rate was VND 26,550, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,525, according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,130, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,265.
Aquaculture feed production in Vietnam down 0.38 percent in December
Vietnam produced 806.19 thousand tons of aquaculture feed in December, down 0.38 percent from 809.29 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Crude oil imports Vietnam up 86.46 percent in December, Kuwait / Brunei Darussalam top suppliers
Vietnam imported crude oil to the tune of US$729 million in December, up from US$391 million in November, a change of 86.46 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Coffee exports from Vietnam up 86.77 percent in December, Germany / Italy top buyers
Vietnam exported coffee to the tune of US$948 million in December, up from US$508 million in November, a change of 86.77 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Start an English Centre in Vietnam 2026: Capital, Regulations & Salaries
Vietnam’s booming economy has seen huge numbers of foreign firms enter the market and foreign tourists visit the country. This has created huge demand for English language courses and the proliferation of English language learning centres around the country. In this light, this article discusses the key steps and procedures that should be understood when opening an English language centre in Vietnam.
Vietnam News Today, January 20 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Cyber attacks decline, Petrol license withdrawls 2025, Dong Nai Q4 port performance, HCMC airport 45th most connected, Swiss ownership stake VP Bank, Gold prices reach new record, Hon Tre Island land auction, Vinpearl golf course Hon Tre, Gender equality workforce, New Aeon Mall Dong Nai, Overview of 14th Nat. Congress, US Bank funding VA Boeing jets, HSR investor screening, PM intervention APEC building materials shortage, FDI total trade, Margin lending growth speed, Mercedes Benz Vietnam investment offer, and more.
Indonesia buys US$473 million of Vietnam’s exports in December, down 8.71 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$473 million worth of goods to Indonesia, down 8.71 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
France ships US$349.09 million worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 99.94 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$349.09 million worth of goods from France, up from US$174.60 million in November, a change of 99.94 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 17.46 points, foreign traders net-buy US$19.01 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,896.59, up 17.46 points or 0.93 percent, with a total trading value of VND 37,554.96 billion or US$1425.24 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$19.01 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Monday
On January 19, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,500 and the sell rate was VND 26,550, a change of 250 and 250, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,525 (up 0.95 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,132, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,264.
Animal feed production in Vietnam down 3.07 percent in December
Vietnam produced 1,322.70 thousand tons of animal feed in December, down 3.07 percent from 1,364.61 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Food for Thought: Reading Between the Lines of Vietnam’s 14th Party Congress
The 14th National Party Congress will take place in Hanoi this week ostensibly to confirm the CPV’s leadership for the next five years. This article lists a few key points worth keeping in mind for a more nuanced understanding of what is happening at this once every five years event.
Iron / steel imports Vietnam up 19.01 percent in December, China / Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam imported iron and steel to the tune of US$1,212 million in December, up from US$1,019 million in November, a change of 19.01 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fishery products exports from Vietnam down 3.59 percent in December, China / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported fishery products to the tune of US$954 million in December, down from US$990 million in November, a change of -3.59 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