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.
Switching Gears: Vietnam’s Economy in October 2025
The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released its October economic update. This article breaks down the key data points and policy factors that shaped Vietnam’s economic landscape in October 2025 as well as the most recent economic news and developments.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 10.92 points, foreign traders net-sell US$24.71 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,649.00, down 10.92 points or 0.66 percent, with a total trading value of VND 24,312.63 billion or US$922.68 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$24.71 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam central exchange rate holds steady, black market dong weakens, Wednesday
On November 19, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,740 and the sell rate was VND 27,820, a change of 30 and 50 respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,780 (up 0.14 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,132, the same as yesterday, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,376.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from Asia were up 19.8 percent in October
In October, Asia accounted for 1,376,126 tourist arrivals, an increase of 10.60 percent from September, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Gasoline and oil production in Vietnam up 3.17 percent in October
Vietnam produced 1,895.59 thousand tons of gasoline and oil production in October, up 3.17 percent from 1,837.43 thousand tons in September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 19 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: circumvention investigation steel, selling unapproved real estate, gold black market, VAT tax rewards for consumers, role of media in gold market, Novaland high-profile share exits, Thai supercenter in Danang, bancassurance reform debate, foreign ETF withdrawals HoSE, construction materials oversupply, listed real estate developer performance Q3, Vingroup defendant investigated by police, Novaland continues delayed bond payment, securities trading fines, imports from India, exports to Germany, exchange rate Tuesday, and more.
India ships US$504.72 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 1.44 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$505 million worth of goods from India, up 1.44 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Germany buys US$818 million of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 7.64 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$818 million worth of goods to Germany, up 7.64 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate VND 12, black market weaker by VND 15, Tuesday
On November 18, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,710 and the sell rate was VND 27,770, a change of 10 and 20 respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,740 (up 0.05 percent), according to Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 5.50 points, foreign traders net-sell US$1.75 million, Tuesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,659.92, up 5.50 points or 0.33 percent, with a total trading value of VND 22,663.62 billion or US$860.10 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$1.75 million worth of equities, Tuesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Iron and steel products imports into Vietnam, up 0.34 percent in October, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported iron and steel products to the tune of US$731 million in October, up 0.34 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 18 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: unregistered solar installation fines, Egroup investigation completed, fuel mix changes, footwear industry body + Vietnam minister, black market powdered milk, HCMC budget shortfall, Bamboo Capital auditor disagreement & replacement, S&P Global invests, Thai meat revenue falls, debtor auction fails, Apax Leaders leader prosecution, Thai milk factory southern Vietnam, Aeon Mall Dong Nai approved, real estate expert future value priced in, fruit & veg exports, phone imports, Tourist arrivals, and more.
Fruits and vegetables exports from Vietnam down 29.36 percent in October, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam exported fruits and vegetables to the tune of US$927 million in October, down 29.36 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Phone imports into Vietnam, up 0.08 percent in October, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported telephones, mobile phones and parts thereof to the tune of US$1,208 million in October, up 0.08 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam up 13.8 percent in October over September
In October, Total accounted for 1,732,942 tourist arrivals, an increase of 13.80 percent from September, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 18.96 points, foreign traders net-sell US$34.54 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,654.42, up 18.96 points or 1.16 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,531.19 billion or US$817.12 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$34.54 million worth of equities, Monday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Currency: Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, Monday
On November 17, Vietnam’s black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,700 and the sell rate was VND 27,750, a change of 70 and 150 respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,725 (down 0.40 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,120, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,357.
Indonesia ships US$939.25 million of goods to Vietnam in October, down 2.29 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$939 million worth of goods from Indonesia, down 2.29 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 17 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: aviation competition concerns, seafood producer performance good, Phillip Morris public health support, recruitment scams, VinFast pivot to hybrid, dishwasher prices, electric vehicle charging warning, VinFast real estate, drone production, VinFast recruiting in Ha Tinh, exports to the Philippines, LPG production, plastic products imports, phone exports, and more.
Philippines buys US$377 million of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 8.73 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$377 million worth of goods to Philippines, up 8.73 percent over September, 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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