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.
Australia ships US$482.57 million worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 38.44 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$482.57 million worth of goods from Australia, down from US$783.86 million in October, a change of -38.44 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Philippines buys US$347 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 8.05 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$347 million worth of goods to Philippines, down 8.05 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Netherlands ships US$60.83 million worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 20.80 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$60.83 million worth of goods from Netherlands, down from US$76.80 million in October, a change of -20.80 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Animal feed imports Vietnam down 17.99 percent in November, Argentina / USA top suppliers
Vietnam imported animal fodders and animal fodder materials to the tune of US$321 million in November, down from US$391 million in October, a change of -17.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemicals exports from Vietnam down 21.17 percent in November, Japan \ China top buyers
Vietnam exported chemicals to the tune of US$207 million in November, down from US$263 million in October, a change of -21.17 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Pharmaceutical products imports Vietnam down 18.96 percent in November, USA / Italy top suppliers
Vietnam imported pharmaceutical products to the tune of US$284 million in November, down from US$350 million in October, a change of -18.96 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Yarn exports from Vietnam down 3.07 percent in November, China \ South Korea top buyers
Vietnam exported yarn to the tune of US$349 million in November, down from US$360 million in October, a change of -3.07 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Belgium buys US$269 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 1.89 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$269 million worth of goods to Belgium, down 1.89 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, Tuesday
On December 30, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,780 and the sell rate was VND 26,840, a change of 30 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,810 (up 0.09 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 12.06 points, foreign traders net-buy US$37.99 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,766.90, up 12.06 points or 0.69 percent, with a total trading value of VND 20,691.47 billion or US$785.26 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$37.99 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Soy bean imports Vietnam down 3.46 percent in November, USA / Cambodia top suppliers
Vietnam imported soy beans to the tune of US$95 million in November, down from US$99 million in October, a change of -3.46 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Motor vehicle production in Vietnam up 24.06 percent in November
Vietnam produced 50.88 thousand motor vehicles in November, up 24.06 percent from 41.01 thousand in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Today, December 30 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: International agreements conflict CPV objectives, Bank credit, Monetary policy, Phu Quoc “Hawaii of Asia”?, Xanh GSM IPO, Hung Yen international airport, HCMC remittances, Zalo data collection review, Employee data protection regulation change, Different number plates for EVs Hanoi, MoIT minister on EVN losses, Vingroup shareholder break down, Novaland enter seafood industry, Ceramics exports, Imports from Singapore, Stock market Tuesday, Exchange rates Tuesday, and more.
Ceramic products exports from Vietnam up 2.18 percent in November, USA / Japan top buyers
Vietnam exported ceramic products to the tune of US$63 million in November, up from US$61 million in October, a change of 2.18 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Singapore ships US$465.67 million worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 5.48 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$465.67 million worth of goods from Singapore, down from US$492.69 million in October, a change of -5.48 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 25.04 points, foreign traders net-sell US$3.49 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,754.84, up 25.04 points or 1.45 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,165.36 billion or US$841.19 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$3.49 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, Monday
On December 29, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,750 and the sell rate was VND 26,820, a change of 0 and 1,000, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,785 (down 1.83 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,125, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,282.
Textile / footwear materials exports from Vietnam down 8.05 percent in November, Indonesia and Cambodia top buyers
Vietnam exported textile, leather and footwear materials and auxiliaries to the tune of US$ million in November, down from US$ million in October, a change of 0.00 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Motor vehicle parts imports Vietnam up 6.99 percent in November, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported parts and accessories of motor vehicles to the tune of US$570 million in November, up from US$533 million in October, a change of 6.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, December 29 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: SK telco R&D Vietnam, Sun Group breaks ground casino, fast food spending, diesel spill Dung Quat, steel price hike, pumped storage hydro, government bonds 2025, FLC to be delisted, healthcare spending, advisory council on monetary policy, smoking in hotels, To Lam speech, new graduate job market challenges, aged care facility shortage HCMC, IFCs as tourism drivers, HPG steel maker exports plummet, Manpower on labour market, and more.
In today’s Vietnam news: Crypto transfers to VN not necessary, Novaland bond changes, Perspectives on garment industry, Working hours cut proposed, Adding political component
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
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