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.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 18.56 points, foreign traders net-sell US$6.94 million, Monday
The VN-Index closed at 1,580.54, down 18.56 points or 1.16 percent, with a total trading value of VND 21,307.77 billion or US$808.64 million, with foreign traders net-selling US$6.94 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens dong central exchange rate, Monday
On 10 November 2025, the black market buy rate was VND 27,700 and the sell rate was VND 27,750, a change of 70 and 100 respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,725 (down 0.31 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile, the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,106, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,301.
Fresh milk production in Vietnam up 6.79 percent in October
Vietnam produced 148 million litres of fresh milk in October, up 6.79 percent from 139 million litres in September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 10 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: vehicle maker over capacity clearance, Novaland subsidiary financial problems, international financial centre analysis, 2025 coffee crop good, steel maker hail Mary, high-end TV market, public works disbursement issues, coal production October, e-wallet transaction limit increase, cryptocurrency exchange players, wind power curtailment & BESS, interest rate outlook, and more.
Malaysia ships US$977.25 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 1.22 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$977 million worth of goods from Malaysia, up 1.22 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$9,162 million worth of goods from Malaysia.
Thailand buys US$752 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 0.92 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$752 billion worth of goods to Thailand, up 0.92 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$7,096 million worth of goods to Thailand.
Crude oil imports into Vietnam, down 12.57 percent in October, Kuwait top supplier
Vietnam imported crude oil to the tune of US$679 million in October down -12.57 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had imported US$6,652 million worth of crude oil by the end of October.
Iron and steel exports from Vietnam down 6.54 percent in October, Cambodia and Italy top buyers
Vietnam exported iron and steel to the tune of US$464 million in October, -6.54 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Coal production in Vietnam up 24.44 percent in October
Vietnam produced 2.97 million tonnes of coal in October, up 24.44 percent from September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
The Philippines ships US$198.17 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 3.80 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$191 million worth of goods from Philippines, down 3.66 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has imported US$2 billion worth of goods from Philippines.
Indonesia buys US$470 billion of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 7.20 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$470 billion worth of goods to Indonesia, up 0.07 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$4,742 million worth of goods to Indonesia.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 8 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: government planning length, wind power curtailments, solar power development challenges, HCMC-Can Gio Railway by 2028, Vietnam’s other aerospace company, digital asset market withdrawal, fact-check gold holdings, coffee sales to Mexico, US ASEAN trade clause, plastics imports, Vingroup wind farm, performer fined/banned, and more.
Plastics imports into Vietnam, down 0.40 percent in October, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported plastics to the tune of US$1 billion in October down 0.40 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam up 2.63 percent in October, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam exported cashew nuts to the tune of US$504 million in October, up 2.63 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 43.54 points, foreign traders net-sell US$49.79 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,599.10, down 43.54 points or 2.65 percent, with foreign traders net-selling to the tune of US$49.79 million, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, Friday
On 7 November 2025, the Vietnamese dong was trading at VND 27,810 per US dollar on the black market, according to Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 7 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: VND 0 revenue servo chain, crypto opinion, SME support Hanoi, Vingroup aerospace company, durian testing prosecutions, state investment fund, Vingroup share issuance, LNG delays, inflation data, international trade data, counterfeiting policing efficacy, high-end refrigerator sales, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 12.25 points, foreign traders net-sell US$40.34 million, Thursday
Vietnam’s VN-Index closed at 1,642.64, down 12.25 points or 0.74 percent, with total trading value at VND 17.86 trillion or about US$677.9 million, Thursday, as foreign traders net-sold US$40.34 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Currency: Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, Thursday
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) set the central exchange rate at VND 25,100 per US dollar, up three dong or 0.01 percent from the previous day, whereas in the unofficial market, the mid-rate remained unchanged at VND 27,805 per US dollar. Buying and selling rates were stable at VND 27,770 and VND 27,840, respectively.
Vietnam’s CPI rises 0.2 percent in October month-on-month on food and tuition costs
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose by 0.20 percent in October 2025 compared with September, driven mainly by higher food prices in flood-affected areas and increased tuition fees at private schools, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office (NSO).
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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