A World Bank report released on March 12, 2025, underscores Vietnam’s booming electric vehicle market, which is expected to revolutionize transportation and generate millions of high-tech jobs.

Car sales in Vietnam grew by 14% in February, with VinFast maintaining its dominant position, outselling Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, and KIA combined.

The retail property market in HCM City is expected to see further growth this year, as new buildings are completed and more retailers, attracted by the increasing purchasing power of the population, enter the market.

Experts see US President Donald Trump’s recent tariff hikes on Canada, Mexico, and China as the start of his administration’s trade policies, with potential for broader tariffs.

A series of positive developments since the start of the year has sparked optimism for the tourism sector, with industry insiders anticipating a booming season ahead.

Vietnam’s stock market saw historic shifts as Vietcombank became the first stock with over 8 billion shares. Meanwhile, Pham Nhat Vuong’s VinGroup stocks surged, helping VN-Index stay above 1,330 points.

Pi’s price has dropped to $1.3, with continued token unlocks and KYC verification issues raising investor concerns. Experts warn of potential risks ahead.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has discovered major regulatory breaches at several airlines, including VSA, VASCO, and Blue Sky Aviation, prompting calls for urgent corrective actions.

Vietnamese entrepreneurs face mounting regulatory challenges, with complex licensing requirements stifling business growth. Experts call for urgent reforms to improve Vietnam’s investment climate.

Experts urge Vietnam to launch a central bank digital currency (CBDC) to regulate digital transactions and integrate with global cryptocurrencies. A legal framework is also under development to govern digital assets.

According to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, there are currently 940,000 active enterprises, falling short of the target of one million by 2020 and 1.5 million by the end of the year.

Vietnam’s agricultural, forestry and fishery exports hit a five-year high in the first two months of 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on Tuesday.

The European Union will not impose tax or non-tax defensive measures on Vietnam after the country signed an international agreement to country-by-country reporting with partner countries and EU member states.

Local governments in VN are altering their GRDP growth goals to meet or exceed a target set by the central Government aimed at driving an economic breakthrough this year.

Adopting green production and consumption not only reduces negative environmental impacts but also secures long-term economic benefits, enhances the quality of people’s life and fosters a circular economy.

Starting May 30, Vietnam's budget carrier Vietjet Air will operate the new route with four weekly flights.

As part of the national trade promotion programme, the Agricultural Trade Promotion Centre of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment sent a delegation of 27 businesses to participate in the Vietnamese booth at Foodex Japan 2025.

In February, the IIP was estimated to decrease by 2.2% compared to January, but expand by 17.2% compared to the same month last year.

The KRX trading system is expected to be operational in this May or June, following a testing phase, the State Securities Commission (SSC) has said. ​

The lack of regulations and businesses’ reluctance to engage in environmental protection efforts have made it difficult for Vietnam’s e-commerce sector to transition to a greener model.