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.
Car production in Vietnam up 11.32 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 50.21 thousand motor vehicles in April, up 11.32 percent from 45.11 thousand in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Fresh milk production in Vietnam down 0.01 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 144.72 million litres of fresh milk in April, down 0.01 percent from 144.74 million litres in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam Inflation Well Above Target In April: What Happens Next?
Inflation in Vietnam hit 5.46 percent in April, well above the Government of Vietnam’s target of 4.5 percent. Elsewhere, this might be seen as a sign to take evasive action through interest rate policy, but in Vietnam monetary policy dynamics are markedly different.
Beer production in Vietnam up 4.17 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 416.89 million litres of beer in April, up 4.17 percent from 400.19 million litres in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Coal production in Vietnam down 2.47 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 4.09 million tonnes of coal in April, down 2.47 percent from 4.20 million tonnes in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Televisions produced in Vietnam up 9.02 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 1.47 million televisions in April, up 9.02 percent from 1.35 million in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Gasoline and oil production in Vietnam up 0.76 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 1.60 million tonnes of gasoline and oil in April, up 0.76 percent from 1.59 million tonnes in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production in Vietnam down 0.64 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 71,190 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in April, down 0.64 percent from 71,650 tonnes in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 6.36 points, foreign traders net-sell US$33.74 million, Friday
The VN-Index closed at 1,915.37, up 6.36 points or 0.33 percent, with a total trading value of VND 28,137.62 billion or US$1067.84 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$33.74 million worth of equities, Friday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 08, 2026
On May 8, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,450 and the sell rate was VND 26,500, a change of 130, and 120, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,475 (down 0.47 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Natural gas production in Vietnam up 4.51 percent in April 2026
Vietnam produced 576.06 million m3 of natural gas in April, up 4.51 percent from 551.23 million m3 in March 2026, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam News Today, May 08 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Fuel prices reduced, VN-Philippines rice agreement, Accor hotel franchising VN, Prudential profit repatriation, Calls to remove rice export licenses, Bank deposits falling, State Treasury bank deposits increase, Hyundai Vietnam shipbuilding, China milk tea chain VN domain name dispute, Illegal streaming app ceases operations, LT airport delays details, Vietnam’s Tourism Industry Takes Fuel Crisis Hit to International Arrivals, Resort Construction, Latest government bond issue, and more.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 17.81 points, foreign traders net-sell US$11.84 million, Thursday
The VN-Index closed at 1,909.01, up 17.81 points or 0.94 percent, with a total trading value of VND 30,043.34 billion or US$1140.16 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$11.84 million worth of equities, Thursday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank leaves central exchange rate unchanged, black market dong flat, May 07, 2026
On May 7, Vietnam’s black market US dollar buy rate was VND 26,580 and the sell rate was VND 26,620, unchanged, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,600, according to Ty Gia USD.
Vietnam’s Tourism Industry Takes Fuel Crisis Hit to International Arrivals, Resort Construction
Few industries in Vietnam are feeling the impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz more than tourism, with higher fuel prices leading to a decline in international arrivals and delaying new resort and hotel projects due to fuel shortages and higher construction costs.
Vietnam News Today, May 07 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: Fake news draft decree, IP crackdown announced, Lithuanian electronics factory, Tighter price controls to tackle inflation, Rare earth exports customs inspections to increase, Indonesia’s Kredivo takes over VN digital bank, Vietnam’s newest airline starts flying HCMC to Quang Ninh, Local news MoU with stock exchange, PM pushing for LT airport operational 2026, Hung Yen stadium taking shape, Vietnam Stock Market Outlook May 2026: Energy Down, Vingroup Up, Stock market Wednesday, Exchange rates Wednesday, and more.
Vietnam government sells US$209 million in bonds, demand concentrated in 5–10 year tenors
Vietnam’s State Treasury raised VND 5,500 billion (US$209 million) at its May 6 auction, with demand concentrated in shorter tenors.
Vietnam’s VN-Index up 16.35 points, foreign traders net-sell US$41.78 million, Wednesday
The VN-Index closed at 1,891.20, up 16.35 points or 0.87 percent, with a total trading value of VND 23,825.58 billion or US$904.20 million, and foreign traders net-selling US$41.78 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
Vietnam C.bank weakens central exchange rate, black market dong stronger, May 06, 2026
On May 6, Vietnam’s black market US dollar rates were quoted at VND 26,580 (buy) and VND 26,620 (sell), both up 40, for a mid-market rate of VND 26,600, down 0.15 percent, according to Ty Gia USD.
Tourists arriving in Vietnam from total down -2.30% MoM in April 2026 / Americas -10.70%, Asia -2.30%
In April, total tourist arrivals reached 2,031,519, down 2.30 percent from March 2026, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism.
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
In today’s Vietnam news: Fund outflows May, New HCMC airport trial operations to begin September, M&A HCMC 2026, Compensation for gas-to-electric bike switch Hanoi,
This is an interview with Chris Walker, a Vietnam Sourcing Expert with Vietnam Factory Tours how rising oil prices and the Middle East crisis are
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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