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.
Textile, leather and footwear materials imports Vietnam, down 4.69 percent in October, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam imported textile, leather and footwear materials and auxiliaries to the tune of US$631 million in October, down -4.69 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Aluminium production in Vietnam up 2.83 percent in October
Vietnam produced 127.12 thousand tons of aluminium production in October, up 2.83 percent from 123.62 thousand tons in September, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 6.99 points, foreign traders net-buy US$11.04 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,655.99, up 6.99 points or 0.42 percent, with a total trading value of VND 19,675.24 billion or US$746.69 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$11.04 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank central exchange rate, black market dong, stronger, Thursday
On November 20, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,730 and the sell rate was VND 27,800, a change of 10 and 20 respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,765 (down 0.05 percent), according to Ty Gia USD. Meanwhile the State Bank of Vietnam’s central exchange rate was set at VND 25,130, while the Google Finance mid-market rate stood at VND 26,379.
UK ships US$87.35 million of goods to Vietnam in October, up 3.18 percent
In October, Vietnam imported US$87 million worth of goods from UK, up 3.18 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
France buys US$342 million of Vietnam’s exports in October, up 1.39 percent month-on-month
In October, Vietnam exported US$342 million worth of goods to France, up 1.39 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam News Headlines Today, November 20 2025, Business & Economy
In today’s headlines: cashless payments surge, new leader state debt agency, VinMetal development details, industrial real estate profits, South-South energy investment Laos, vegetable prices jump, Bac Ninh residential rent regulations, new footwear parts factory Bac Ninh, MPS 2nd arrest warrant VN in Germany, removing land-use fees on purpose change, high-end washing machines discounted, cold water on Mekong port plan, pho prices pressure, HOREA rejects real estate transaction centre suggestion, China tea franchise downsizes, toy/sporting goods exports, and more.
Toys & sporting goods exports from Vietnam down 9.56 percent in October, to USA down 4 percent MoM
Vietnam exported toys and sporting goods to the tune of US$962 million in October, down 9.56 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemical products imports into Vietnam, up 0.52 percent in October, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam imported chemical products to the tune of US$701 million in October, up 0.52 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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.
In today’s news: Abandoned property tax proposed, Novaland rejects bankruptcy rumours, Vietnamese trade delegation visits Iran, US duties Vietnamese air compressors, EVF plans US$300
In today’s news: Challenges to 10 percent growth target, Proposed rare earth export ban eased, Vietnam records US$122 billion in crypto activity, Norway shipbuilder
In today’s news: Credit rating improvement target, Vinhomes Pomina Steel loans, Meat imports, Nghi Son refinery performance, Trade returns to surplus, Credit growth numbers,
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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