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.
LNG shipment received
Trading View is reporting that Vietnam Gas Corporation received its first liquefied natural gas cargo of 2026 at the Thi Vai terminal, with 63,000 tons delivered.
The cargo originated from the Middle East and passed through the Strait of Hormuz before the United States-Israel conflict with Iran began.
The company has contracted two liquefied natural gas cargoes for the first half of 2026 and is seeking a supplier for a third.
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UK renewables VN acquisition
The Investor is reporting that ACCV Holdings has agreed to sell Asia Clean Capital Vietnam to funds managed by the United Kingdom asset manager Gresham House.
Asia Clean Capital Vietnam develops commercial and industrial renewable energy projects supplying multinational manufacturers and export-oriented businesses operating in Vietnam.
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Growth companies survey
The Investor is reporting that a Vietnam Report survey found 74.1 percent of businesses view geopolitical instability and trade tensions as the biggest threat to growth in 2026.
Energy and raw material price volatility ranked second, cited by 70.4 percent of respondents as a major business risk.
Ed.’s notes: Original report.
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Cinema spending
VnExpress is reporting that Vietnam cinema box office revenue reached VND5.593 trillion (US$212.3 million) in 2025, the highest level in the industry’s history.
More than 70 million tickets were sold during the year, up 29 percent from 2024.
Domestic films generated over VND3.4 trillion (US$129.1 million), accounting for 62 percent of total box office revenue.
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Antidumping duties steel
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that the United States Department of Commerce issued a preliminary anti-dumping decision imposing tariffs of up to 130.77 percent on reinforcing steel imports from Vietnam.
Hoa Phat and its affiliated companies face a preliminary tariff of 121.97 percent.
Vietnam’s reinforcing steel exports to the United States rose from about US$43,000 in 2022 to nearly US$30 million in 2024.
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Fuel prices cut
Thanh Nien is reporting that Vietnam cut retail fuel prices sharply from 22:00 on March 11, with kerosene falling by VND7,966 (US$0.30) per litre, the largest drop.
Gasoline prices were also reduced, with E5 RON92 falling VND3,619 (US$0.14) to VND22,951 (US$0.87) per litre and RON95 dropping VND3,880 (US$0.15) to VND25,240 (US$0.96).
Diesel declined VND4,247 (US$0.16) to VND26,470 (US$1.00) per litre, while mazut fell VND5,706 (US$0.22) per kilogram.
The government reduced prices by drawing heavily on the fuel price stabilisation fund, allocating VND4,000–5,000 per litre to offset market increases.
Ed.’s notes: See also>> Vietnam Fuel Prices and Trade Disruption Tracker: Iran Conflict 2026
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Ride-hailing driver fuel price support
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that ride-hailing platforms in Vietnam are introducing fuel support programmes for more than 500,000 drivers as petrol prices rise sharply.
Drivers on some platforms can receive fuel support of up to VND800,000 (US$30.36) per month, depending on vehicle type and activity levels.
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Bac Ninh worker shortage
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that Bac Ninh, Vietnam’s top foreign direct investment destination, needs more than 330,000 additional workers to support expanding industrial production.
Local factories are offering recruitment bonuses of up to VND9 million (US$341.56) to attract new workers amid intense labour shortages.
The province hosts about 3,400 industrial projects employing roughly 830,000 workers, many of whom come from other provinces.
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Debtors auction petrol company
Dan Tri is reporting that the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam is seeking an auctioneer to sell a VND1.353 trillion (US$51.4 million) debt owed by Dong Phuong Petroleum Joint Stock Company.
The secured assets include a condensate processing plant in Can Tho with a capacity of 130,000 tonnes per year and multiple land use rights.
Ed.’s notes: Noted as another fuel company out of business (NSH Petro also). Pattern?
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Agriculture impacts fuel price rises
Nguoi Lao Dong is reporting that Vietnam’s agriculture ministry warned Middle East tensions could reduce agricultural, forestry and fishery exports by up to US$1 billion if the conflict lasts one month and by US$3–3.5 billion if it continues for three months.
Higher energy and fertiliser prices could raise agricultural production costs by about 3–5 percent.
Shipping costs may increase 25–35 percent while delivery times could lengthen by 7–14 days due to rerouted maritime transport, the article says.
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US trade investigations
Dau Tu Kien Thuc is reporting that the United States announced new global trade investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 targeting China, Mexico, the European Union and more than a dozen other economies.
Countries named include Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Thailand and Taiwan.
The investigations will examine policies linked to structural manufacturing overcapacity and alleged unfair trade practices.
Ed.’s notes: Note that the article doesn’t name Vietnam; however, Vietnam is included. Might point to behind-the-scenes political / structural constraints in VN reporting.
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Car sales February
the-shiv is reporting that total car sales in Vietnam reached 15,665 units in February, compared to 29,774 units in January. Year-to-date, the VAMA has recorded 45,439 Total car sales.
This is compared to 32,857 units over the same period in 2025. Read the full article →
Exports to USA February
the-shiv is reporting that in February, Vietnam exported US$9,944 million worth of goods to the USA, down 28.45 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Textile and garment exports
the-shiv is reporting that Vietnam exported US$2,426 million worth of textiles and garments in February, down from US$3,250 million in January, a decline of 25.36 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read the full article →
Stock market Wednesday
the-shiv is reporting that the VN-Index closed at 1,728.34, up 51.61 points or 3.08 percent, with a total trading value of VND 29,516.84 billion or US$1120.18 million, and foreign traders net-buying US$41.10 million worth of equities, Wednesday, according to the latest data from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange. Read the full article →
Exchange rates Wednesday
the-shiv is reporting that on March 11, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 27,190, and the sell rate was VND 27,240, a change of 40 and 40, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 27,215 (up 0.15 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD. Read the full article →
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Yesterday’s Vietnam news roundup
the-shiv is reporting that In today’s Vietnam news: PM calls for tapping Price Stabilisation Fund, GE US$200m factory investment, Taiwan Cooler Master factory expansion plans, VinFast car sales February, Fuel prices increase, Novaland affiliate debt sale, Oil and gas fall / VN-index recovers, Mental health concerns mortgage rate rises, Hue gas station citation for fuel purchase limit, Electric motorbike sales spike, Base salary increase, Driver’s licence corruption, Exchange rates Tuesday, Stock market Tuesday, Coffee exports, Updated: Corporate Establishment in Vietnam 2026, Updated: Vietnam’s VN30 Index Stocks 2026, and more. Read the full article →