This is a brief rundown of what is being reported today in Vietnam’s state-approved media and some others.
It compiles coverage from official outlets like Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, and VN Express, highlighting the narratives currently shaping the country’s economic, financial, and business news landscape.
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Stock market rumours
Nha Dau Tu is reporting on how online rumours impact the stock market → source.
It notes that VIX has stated that false information circulating online has damaged its reputation and investor confidence, after its stock price fell in recent days based on “rumours”.
The article ties this to Vingroup earlier this year announcing it was filing lawsuits against 68 individuals and organisations for spreading what it claimed were falsehoods.
It also notes that InvestingPro found that 85 percent of investors rely on rumours or unverified advice, and 90 percent sell immediately on negative news.
Ed.’s notes: What the article misses is that vested interests in mainstream often make it unreliable, moreover, companies often lack clarity and detail in their public communications – Vingroup, for example, responded to what it claimed was false information with what could best be described as its own spin as opposed to evidence or facts.
That is to say, it looks a lot like rumours are not the problem, but rather a lack of accurate and independent sources of information.
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Tech sales
Nha Dau Tu is reporting that Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung asked UK semiconductor firm ARM to help Vietnam build shared R&D and semiconductor labs at Hoa Lac High-Tech Park → source.
ARM executive Will Abby said the company’s chip architecture powers over 95 percent of smartphones worldwide and that ARM is considering establishing a local office.
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Traditional market decline
Dan Tri is reporting that vendors at Ho Chi Minh City’s traditional markets have found that customer numbers have sharply declined as shoppers have shifted to online purchases → source.
At Ben Thanh Market, long-time sellers interviewed described sales dropping to half pre-pandemic levels, with some days barely breaking even.
Many stalls now sit empty or for sale as small traders face rising rents and weak demand, the article notes.
Remaining vendors expressed attachment to their stalls, though most acknowledged traditional markets are in decline without stronger support or adaptation.
November deadline for IFC
VnExpress is reporting that Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered government agencies to finalise and submit a decree in time to launch Vietnam’s international financial centre in November. → source
Ed.’s notes: Adds to the narrative that the IFC is seen as more of a physical, tangible group of buildings and land, as opposed to a more intangible business environment built around regulatory liberalisation and financial openness.
By extension may also speak to what to expect from the project.
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Cement production
the-shiv is reporting that 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.
Total production for the first nine months reached 137 million tons, rising from 128 million tons in the same period last year, equivalent to a 7 percent year-on-year increase.
Cement output in September was also 15 percent higher than in September 2024. → source
Securities trading firm fined
Vietstock is reporting that Capital Securities JSC (CASC) was fined over VND 187 million or about US$7,100 for violating lending restrictions, according to the State Securities Commission → source.
Between December 2023 and May 2025, CASC disguised loans as “deposit contracts” to bypass lending limits.
This follows previous fines in May 2025 (VND 152.5 million or US$5,800) for record-keeping and reporting failures, and in late 2023 (VND 410 million or US$15,600) for lending violations and misreporting financial safety ratios.
Vietnam motor show
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that with the annual Vietnam Motor Show suspended, many automakers have begun holding their own brand events to showcase new models → source.
Audi, Ford, Mercedes-Benz and Suzuki each opted for standalone exhibitions, citing the need to reach customers directly and craft distinctive brand experiences.
Market experts interviewed argued Vietnam lacks a long-term strategy for automotive promotion, noting that national coordination is needed to make future motor shows globally competitive.
Ed.’s notes: Press release announcing the cancellation of this year’s motor show says the show was cancelled because Vietnam’s auto manufacturing and trading sector was facing difficulties in 2025, with many companies unprepared and lacking new models to showcase.
These brands holding their own shows suggest something else may have been driving their decision not to participate.
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Exports to Belgium
the-shiv is reporting that 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 → source
Year-to-date exports reached US$2.74 billion, with strong gains across major categories.
Car market lacks range
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that Vietnam’s auto market remains heavily dependent on single best-selling models, referencing data from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association → source.
In the first nine months of 2025, the Ford Ranger, Honda City, Mitsubishi Xpander, and Mazda CX-5 each accounted for around 36–50 percent of their brands’ total sales, the article says.
Industry executives featured in the aritcle described the trend as a sign of an immature market compared to developed countries, where sales are spread more evenly across multiple models.
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Private healthcare
VnExpress is reporting that TNH Hospital Group, the largest private hospital chain in northern Vietnam, reported a post-tax loss of VND 20.6 billion or about US$780,000 in the third quarter, marking its fourth consecutive quarterly loss → source.
Revenue rose 32 percent to VND 145.6 billion or about US$5.5 million, helped by the new TNH Viet Yen Hospital and steady performance from its medical equipment subsidiary.
Management said severe weather reduced patient visits while costs surged due to new hospital openings, staff expansion, and training.
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Rice exports
the-shiv is reporting that 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 → source.
Year-to-date exports stood at US$3.49 billion.
National data marketplace
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed the Ministry of Public Security to launch a national data exchange platform by November → source.
The article frames this as a strategic economic project, intended to turn data into a tradable resource that can be exchanged under state supervision.
The platform is described as more than a database—it’s meant to function as a regulated marketplace for data, enabling “transactions” while maintaining national control and security.
Ed.’s notes: This is an interesting proposal. At a glance, there would surely be conflicts with data protection regulations – for example, data providers have the right to have their data deleted. It’s not clear how this would be possible after that data has been sold. #monitoring
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Exports to Austria
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam’s exports to Austria fell by 19.51 percent in September 2025 to US$204.39 million from US$253.92 million in September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year-to-date exports totalled US$1.98 billion, with telephones, mobile phones and parts continuing to dominate, contributing US$137.33 million in September.
Online fraud
VN Economy is reporting that Vietnam recorded more than 1,500 online fraud cases in the first eight months of 2025, with estimated losses of VND 1.66 trillion or about US$63 million, according to the Ministry of Public Security → source.
Officials said online shopping and digital payments are booming, but scams such as impersonation, fake investment, and deepfake fraud are also rising, particularly in finance and cryptocurrency.
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