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.
Black market Vietnam dong rate eases slightly, official rate steady, Monday
The Vietnamese dong weakened marginally on the informal market on November 3, while the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) kept the official central rate unchanged.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 22.65 points, foreign traders net-sell US$5.96 million, Monday
Vietnam’s stock market extended its losing streak on November 3, with the VN-Index falling 1.38 percent to 1,617.00 points, shedding 22.65 points, with foreign traders net-selling US$5.96 million worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam manufacturing index hits 15-month high in October as output and orders accelerate
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector strengthened sharply in October, with the S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing PMI rising to 54.5, up from 50.4 in September — its highest level since July 2024.
Australia buys US$691 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 16.65 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Australia increased 16.65 percent in September 2025 from the previous month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 3 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: US Defense Secretary Hanoi, Nghe An LNG plant, rubber industry profits, high speed rail Hanoi-Quang Ninh, Vietnam stock market P/E, specialty coffee production, High-speed rail development, UK-Vietnam energy cooperation, and more.
Seafood imports into Vietnam, down 2.45 percent in September, India and Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of fishery products reached US$271.69 million in September 2025, down 2.45 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Non-wood furniture exports from Vietnam up 2.88 percent in September 2025, Australia and Denmark top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of non-wood furniture reached US$302.39 million in September 2025, up 2.88 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total exports in the first ten months stood at US$2.65 billion.
Cashew nut imports into Vietnam, up 1.75 percent in September, Ivory Coast and Ghana top suppliers
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports rose 1.75 percent month-on-month to US$401.40 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Canada ships US$114.80 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 17.51 percent
Vietnam’s imports from Canada rose 17.51 percent month-on-month to US$114.80 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 2, 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: stock market rumours, tech sales, traditional market decline, November deadline for IFC, cement production, exports to Belgium, securities trading firm fined, Vietnam motor show, car market maturity, private healthcare, and more.
Rice exports from Vietnam down 46.76 percent in September 2025, Ghana and Ivory Coast top buyers
Vietnam’s rice exports dropped 46.76 percent month-on-month to US$232.38 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports stood at US$3.49 billion.
Austria buys US$204 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 19.51 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Austria fell by 19.51 percent in September 2025 to US$204.39 million from US$253.92 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemicals exports from Vietnam up 1.98 percent in September 2025, China and Japan top buyers
Vietnam’s chemical exports rose 1.98 percent month-on-month to US$262.03 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Cement production in Vietnam up 4.34 percent in September 2025
Vietnam produced 16 million tons of cement in September 2025, up 4.34 percent from August, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 1 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: beer sales, Vietnam-UK relations, Vingroup Q3 performance, power generation investment, steel industry performance, coffee shop closures Hanoi, hybrid car market, FLC’s return, abnormal business results explanations, rubber exports, and more.
Brazil ships US$415.10 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 2.47 percent
Vietnam’s imports from Brazil increased 2.47 percent month-on-month to US$415.10 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Belgium buys US$295 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 15.15 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Belgium rose 15.15 percent month-on-month to US$294.54 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s VN-Index down 29.92 points, foreign traders net-sell US$17.50 million, Friday
The VN-Index fell 1.79 percent to close at 1,639.65 on 31 October 2025, with total trading value at VND 27.67 trillion or about US$1.05 billion. Meanwhile, foreign traders net-sold US$17.5 millions worth of stocks, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Rubber exports from Vietnam down 16.00 percent in September 2025, China and India top buyers
Vietnam’s rubber exports fell 16.00 percent month-on-month to US$301.84 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Black market Vietnam dong rate jumps again, Friday, October 31
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) set its central exchange rate at VND 25,093 per US dollar, Friday, up by 2 dong or 0.01 percent from the previous day. The black market mid-market rate, however, rose to VND 27,825 per US dollar, up 45 dong or 0.16 percent.
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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