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.
Electronics: Vietnam’s computer and component imports dip slightly in September
Vietnam’s imports of computers, electrical products, spare parts and components fell by 1.35 percent month-on-month to US$13.94 billion in September, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Meat: Vietnam’s pork production up 2 percent in Q3 2025
Vietnam’s pork production reached 1.34 million tonnes in the third quarter of 2025, up 2 percent year-on-year, according to data from the National Statistics Office. This marks a modest increase from the second quarter’s 1.33 million tonnes, reflecting stable herd recovery and stronger domestic demand.
FTSE Russell to reclassify Vietnam as secondary emerging market in 2026, pending March review
FTSE Russell has announced that Vietnam will be reclassified from a Frontier to a Secondary Emerging market effective 21 September 2026, pending an interim review in March 2026, according to the firm’s Country Classification September 2025 Announcement.
Stock market: Vietnam VN-Index falls, foreign traders net-sell US$50.76m
This article covers Vietnam stock market trading data for today including key indexes and foreign trading activity.
Currency: Vietnam currency allowed to strengthen against the greenback, Tuesday
This article has key Vietnam dong currency data from today including black market rates, the central rate, interbank interest rates, and open market operations.
United States’ deficit with Vietnam narrows 1.14 percent in September
Vietnam’s exports to the United States fell slightly in September, likewise imports edged down, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Trade: Vietnam’s trade deficit with Argentina up 12.14 percent in September
Vietnam’s imports from Argentina rose slightly in September while exports to the South American country dropped sharply, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam stocks surge over 3 percent, foreign investors net sell US$70.5 million, Monday
This article covers today’s trade on the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange including foreign traders behavour and key indexes.
Dong strengthens slightly, Vietnam C.bank resumes open market operations, Monday
This article has key Vietnam dong currency data from today including black market rates, the central rate, interbank interest rates, and open market operations.
Tourism: Vietnam welcomes 1.52 million visitors in September, down 9.6 percent from August
Vietnam recorded 1.52 million international visitors in September 2025, a 9.6 percent decrease from August but a 19.5 percent increase compared to the same month last year, according to the latest data from Vietnam Tourism. This article breaks down this data.
Vietnam’s CPI rises 0.42 percent in September, driven by higher education and housing costs
Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.42 percent in September 2025 compared to August, led by higher tuition fees, food prices, and housing maintenance costs, according to the National Statistics Office. This article explores the key inflation drivers.
Vietnam’s import-export turnover rises 17.3 percent to US$680.66 billion in first nine months of 2025
Vietnam’s total import and export turnover of goods reached US$82.49 billion in September, down 0.7 percent from August but up 24.8 percent year-on-year, according to data from the National Statistics Office. This article breaks down key imports, exports, and key trade partner data.
Foreign direct investment in Vietnam climb 15.2 percent to US$28.54 billion in first nine months of 2025
Foreign investment into Vietnam reached US$28.54 billion as of September 30, 2025, up 15.2 percent year-on-year, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office. This article looks at the key industries that investment flowed into and the countries it came from.
Industrial output in Vietnam surges 10 percent in Q3 2025 on export rush and energy gains
Vietnam’s industrial production index (IIP) surged by 10 percent year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, marking the fastest pace since 2020, according to data from the National Statistics Office
Vietnam GDP growth accelerates to 8.23 percent in Q3 2025: National Statistics Office
This article breaks down the latest GDP growth data for Vietnam from the National Statistics Office for Q3 2025.
Vietnam imports from New Zealand fall 29.55 percent in August, milk imports down 37 percent
Vietnam’s imports from New Zealand declined 29.55 percent month-on-month to US$52 million in August, bringing the year-to-date total to US$527 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Philippines exports to Vietnam US$184 million in August: mostly computers & electronics
Vietnam’s imports from the Philippines declined 6.89 percent in August to US$184 million, bringing the year-to-date total to US$1.61 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam coffee exports fall 17.24 percent in August: Spain, Italy top destinations
Vietnam’s coffee exports fell 17.24 percent in August to US$460 million, bringing the year-to-date total to US$6.50 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam cashew nut exports rise 2.76 percent in August: China, US top buyers
Vietnam’s cashew exports increased 2.76 percent in August to US$473 million, bringing total shipments for the year to US$3.28 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Agriculture: Vietnam fruits & vegetables exports surge 24.36 percent in August on China demand jump
Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports rose 24.36 percent in August to US$951 million, pushing year-to-date shipments to US$4.82 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
In today’s Vietnam news: Offshore wind development, PM public holiday powers extension proposed, Cybersecurity firm identifies VN hack, HoSE liquidity lowest level since April
In today’s Vietnam news: Push for removal US D1 D3 export control lists, Coal output increase approved, Philippines-Vietnam integration challenges, Renewables development, M&A transactions
In today’s Vietnam news: DPPA hurdles, Canada-Taiwan renewables investment in VN, Progress report on US aircraft / engine deals requested, Tech development plan, VinHomes
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