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.
Milk imports Vietnam up 3.18 percent in November, New Zealand / Ireland top suppliers
Vietnam imported milk and milk products to the tune of US$106 million in November, up from US$102 million in October, a change of 3.18 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemical products exports from Vietnam down 5.04 percent in November, China \ South Korea top buyers
Vietnam exported chemical products to the tune of US$228 million in November, down from US$240 million in October, a change of -5.04 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam manufacturing ends 2025 in expansion, cost pressures intensify: S&P Global
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector ended 2025 in expansion, with output, new orders and employment rising in December despite renewed supply constraints and cost pressures.
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.
In today’s Vietnam news: Vinhomes bond plans, Fuel prices revised, Counterfeit Havianas, Internet undersea cable failures, VN-China tariff diff, SK-VN joint crude stockpiling, Daewoo
In today’s Vietnam news: Interest on late wages, HD Bank capital raising, Techcombank foreign buyers, China electronics firm expanding, New Japan polysilicon factory VN,
In today’s Vietnam news: Gold below world price, Gold bar liquidity issues, Bank bond interest rates easing, SME loan access, New data storage fines,
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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