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.
Computers/electrical products exports from Vietnam down 1.99 percent in November, to USA down 2.73 percent
Vietnam exported computers, electrical products, and spare-parts to the tune of US$9,597 million in November, down from US$9.8 billion in October, a change of -1.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
USA ships US$1.8 billion worth of goods to Vietnam in November, up 12.46 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$1,766.59 million worth of goods from the USA, up from US$1570.82 million in October, a change of 12.46 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Thailand buys US$890 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, up 18.33 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$890 billion worth of goods to Thailand, up 18.33 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Textile, leather and footwear materials imports into Vietnam, down 0.77 percent in November, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam imported textile, leather and footwear materials and auxiliaries to the tune of US$626 million in November, down from US$631 million in October, a change of -0.77 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Machine and equipment exports from Vietnam down 8.62 percent in November, USA and China top buyers
Vietnam exported machine, equipment, tools and instruments to the tune of US$4,934 million in November, down from US$5,400 million in October, a change of -8.62 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
China ships US$16.5 billion of goods to Vietnam in November, up 0.35 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$16485.08 billion worth of goods from China, up from US$16427.45 million in October, a change of 0.35 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Petroleum products imports into Vietnam, down 1.45 percent in November, South Korea and China top suppliers
Vietnam imported petroleum products to the tune of US$474 million in November, down from US$480 million in October, a change of -1.45 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Americas were up 35.7 percent in November
In November, the Americas accounted for 111,835 tourist arrivals, an increase of 35.70 percent from October, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Gasoline and oil production in Vietnam down 0.90 percent in November
Vietnam produced 1,531.90 thousand tons of gasoline and oil in November, down 0.90 percent from 1,545.78 thousand tons in October, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 52.01 points, foreign traders net-sell US$22.62 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,646.89, down 52.01 points or 3.06 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,698.37 billion or US$937.32 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$22.62 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 flat, Friday
On December 12, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,100 and the sell rate was VND 27,200, a change of 20 and 20, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,150, according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,148, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,306.
Indonesia ships US$964.90 million of goods to Vietnam in November, up 2.73 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$964.90 million worth of goods from Indonesia, up from US$939.25 million in October, a change of 2.73 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
China buys US$6.19 billion of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 14.69 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$6,190 million worth of goods to China, down 14.69 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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Iron and steel exports from Vietnam down 5.29 percent in November, India and Cambodia top buyers
Vietnam exported iron and steel to the tune of US$440 million in November, down from US$464 million in October, a change of -5.29 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam car sales up 5.79 percent in November over October, 1 percent year-to-date
Total car sales in Vietnam reached 33,689 units in November compared to 31,844 units in October, according to data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 20.08 points, foreign traders net-sell US$18.86 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,698.90, down 20.08 points or 1.17 percent, with a total trading value of VND 16,244.28 billion or US$616.48 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$18.86 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 weaker, Thursday
On December 11, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,120 and the sell rate was VND 27,180, a change of 20 and 30, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,150 (up 0.09 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,154, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,332.
India ships US$543.30 million of goods to Vietnam in November, up 7.64 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam imported US$543.30 million worth of goods from India, up from US$504.72 million in October, a change of 7.64 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Germany buys US$808 million of Vietnam’s exports in November, down 1.24 percent month-on-month
In November, Vietnam exported US$808 million worth of goods to Germany, down 1.24 percent over October, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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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