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 C.bank keeps central exchange rate steady, black market dong unchanged, Thursday
On January 15, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,600 and the sell rate was VND 26,650, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,625, according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,135, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,271.
Natural gas production in Vietnam down 11.36 percent in December
Vietnam produced 505.60 million m 3 of natural gas in December, down 11.36 percent from 570.38 million m 3 in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Phone imports Vietnam up 15.54 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported telephones, mobile phones and parts thereof to the tune of US$985 million in December, up from US$853 million in November, a change of 15.54 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Cafe in Vietnam 2026: Costs, Procedures & More
Thinking about opening a cafe or coffee shop in Vietnam? This guide will run your through the finer nuances of establishing cafe in Vietnam.
Iron and steel products exports from Vietnam up 13.48 percent in December, USA / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported iron and steel products to the tune of US$464 million in December, up from US$409 million in November, a change of 13.48 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam government bond auction Wednesday sees limited uptake, 10-year yield holds at 4 percent
The State Treasury of Vietnam held a government bond auction on January 14, offering VND 12,500 billion (about US$0.47 billion) across four tenors, according to a release from the Vietnam Bond Market Association.
Vietnam car sales up 6 percent in 2025 over 2024: VAMA
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 42,701 units in December compared to 33,689 units in November, according to data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA). Year-to-date, the VAMA has recorded 313,359 total car sales. This is compared to 295,979 units over the same period in 2024, a 6 percent increase.
Vietnam News Today, January 15 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Power plant delays, Unemployment, LNG pricing policy outdated, Chemical Law customs delays, Brazilian beef import approvals, BW Industrial expansion, ASEAN-China FTA agriculture benefits Vietnam, Japan – Vietnam renewables cooperation, South Korean wafer plant starts operations, Agriculture capital, Jailbroken phone bank app ban, WB growth forecast, Offshore wind surveying MoU, Credit growth 15 percent analysis, New airline, European tourist arrivals, Crude oil production, and more.
Forecasting Vietnam’s Economy in 2026: Playing the Player, Not the Game
As the forecasts for Vietnam’s economy in 2026 start to roll in, this article looks at how the economy performed in 2025 and what it says about what might happen moving forward into 2026.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Europe up 4.9 percent in December
In December, Europe accounted for 313,851 tourist arrivals, a decrease of 4.9 percent from November, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Crude oil production in Vietnam up 1.77 percent in December
Vietnam produced 716.30 thousand tons of crude oil in December, up 1.77 percent from 703.81 thousand tons in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 8.49 points, foreign traders net-sell US$17.69 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,894.44, down 8.49 points or 0.45 percent, with a total trading value of VND 46,390.72 billion or US$1760.56 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$17.69 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, Wednesday
On January 14, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,600 and the sell rate was VND 26,650, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,625, no change from yesterday, according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,135, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,276.
Thailand ships US$1.28 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in December, up 21.37 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam imported US$1,275.71 million worth of goods from Thailand, up from US$1,051.11 million in November, a change of 21.37 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
South Korea buys US$2.7 billion of Vietnam’s exports in December, up 19.66 percent month-on-month
In December, Vietnam exported US$2,707 million worth of goods to South Korea, up 19.66 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Open a Bar in Vietnam 2026: Culture, Licenses & Regulations
Opening a bar in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam has also developed its own very distinct drinking culture which can make penetrating Vietnam’s booming consumer class challenging. This article runs through key details foreign investors should be aware of.
Computers / electrical products imports Vietnam up 10.52 percent in December, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported computers, electrical products, spare-parts and components thereof to the tune of US$14,265 million in December, up from US$12,907 million in November, a change of 10.52 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, January 14 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: Google manufacture high-end smart phones VN, New public holiday, New US ambassador, US Countervailing duties VN rebar, BCI results, Tobacco tax changes, Standard Chartered VN economic forecast 2026, HCMC construction materials shortage, Power projects acceleration, Velocity of money, Huawei smartphones to return, PIT exemptions from July 1, Youth unemployment, Fruits and vegetables exports, Tourists from Australia / New Zealand, Aluminum production, Stock market Tuesday, and more.
Fruits and vegetables exports from Vietnam up 13.20 percent in December, China / USA top buyers
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$794 million in December, up from US$701 million in November, a change of 13.20 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Australia / New Zealand up 7.3 percent in December
In December, Oceania accounted for 57,563 tourist arrivals, a decrease of 7.3 percent from November, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
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