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.
Indonesia buys US$518 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, up 10.24 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$518 million worth of goods to Indonesia, up 10.24 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
France ships US$174.60 million worth of goods to Vietnam in November, up 19.31 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$174.60 million worth of goods from France, up from US$146.34 million in October, a change of 19.31 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Computer & electrical products imports Vietnam, down 1.47 percent in November, China / South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported computers, electrical products, spare-parts and components thereof to the tune of US$12,907 million in November, down from US$13,100 million in October, a change of -1.47 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fruits and vegetables exports from Vietnam down 24.39 percent in November, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$701 million in November, down from US$927 million in October, a change of -24.39 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Natural gas production in Vietnam down 1.71 percent in November
Vietnam produced 521.26 million m 3 of natural gas in November, down 1.71 percent from 530.35 million m 3 in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
India buys US$788 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 5.74 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$788 million worth of goods to India, down 5.74 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 27.33 points, foreign traders net-buy US$19.77 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,704.31, up 27.33 points or 1.63 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,140.32 billion or US$916.14 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$19.77 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 December 19, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 27,000, a change of 0 and 50, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,950 (up 0.09 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
South Korea ships US$5.03 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, up 2.57 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$5,034.07 million worth of goods from South Korea, up from US$4,908.13 million in October, a change of 2.57 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Crude oil production in Vietnam down 0.34 percent in November
Vietnam produced 718 thousand tons of crude oil in November, down 0.34 percent from 720.45 thousand tons in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Today, December 19 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: gov’t inspections 2026 plan, revised Construction Law, troubled steelmaker supplier credit reform, retail electricity market ambitions, charging infrastructure Hanoi, HCMC billboard review, Vinamilk divestment, nuclear readiness review, coal imports, Imports from Thailand, stock market Thursday, exchange rates Thursday, exports to Malaysia, wood / wooden products exports, yesterday’s news headlines, and more.
Coal imports Vietnam, down 23.98 percent in November, Australia / Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam imported coal to the tune of US$378 million in November, down from US$498 million in October, a change of -23.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s Economy / Performance / November 2025: Unpacked
Vietnam’s economy showed a strong upward trajectory in November; however, sustainability concerns persist. This article looks at key Vietnam economic indicators in November and what they might mean moving forward.
Thailand ships US$1.05 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, down 13.29 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$1,051.11 million worth of goods from Thailand, down from US$1,212.26 million in October, a change of -13.29 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 3.32 points, foreign traders net-sell US$33.36 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,676.98, up 3.32 points or 0.20 percent, with a total trading value of VND 18,581.72 billion or US$705.19 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$33.36 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong unchanged, Thursday
On December 18, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,900 and the sell rate was VND 26,950, a change of 0 and 0, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,925 (down 0.00 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,151, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,330.
Malaysia buys US$473 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, up 3.20 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$473 million worth of goods to Malaysia, up 3.20 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Wood / wooden products exports from Vietnam down 3.31 percent in November, USA and China top buyers
Vietnam exported wood and wooden products to the tune of US$1,483 million in November, down from US$1,534 million in October, a change of -3.31 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Today, December 18 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: outbound investment, South Korea medical container factory, MoU Banking Academy / Vantage Foundation, HSR train tech Siemens / VinSpeed, military weapons online sales, exchange rate forecast, successful privatisation Vietnam shoemaker, Song Ba Ha Hydro dividend payment, fake fire extinguishers, South Korea rare earths development Vietnam, Sony investment record label, FTZ for HCMC, illegal currency trade, exchange rate Wednesday, stock market Wednesday, exports to Japan, iron and steel imports, and more.
Aluminum production in Vietnam up 0.70 percent in November
Vietnam produced 121.50 thousand tons of aluminum in November, up 0.70 percent from 120.66 thousand tons in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
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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