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VN-Index hits record as Vietnam sees surge in stock trading accounts

Vietnam's stock market welcomes over 226,000 new accounts in July, reaching nearly 10.5 million as the VN-Index hits historic highs.

Vietnam showcases cutting-edge tech at 2025 manufacturing expos

Vietnam’s largest industrial expos kick off in Hanoi, featuring advanced manufacturing technologies and deepening Japan-Vietnam cooperation.

Vietnam's FDI hits USD 24.09 billion in first seven months of 2025

FDI from 74 countries boosts growth, with Singapore and China leading the way.

Vietnam’s workforce grows by over half a million in one year

Labor quality and employment rates improve in 2025, with a decline in informal jobs.

Vietnam eyes USD 9.2 billion in seafood exports for 2025

Vietnam’s seafood industry sees strong recovery with major growth in shrimp exports, but new U.S. tariffs pose risks.

Ministry seeks ways to expand export markets amidst US’s 20% reciprocal tariff

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced that it is focusing on effectively exploiting 17 FTAs and other trade deals signed by Vietnam to promote growth, given the US’s official application of a 20% reciprocal tariff on Vietnamese imports.

Vietnam’s northern region banks on industry for economic leap

Vietnam’s northern region eyes high-value processing to boost growth.

Aquatic exports stay flexible amid rising challenges

Vietnam’s aquatic exports showed strong growth in the first seven months of 2025 despite global disruptions and increasing tariff pressures thanks to businesses’ efforts to adopt flexible strategies to maintain competitiveness in key markets.

Vietnam posts trade surplus of 10.18 billion USD in seven months

The country's total import-export turnover reached 514.7 billion USD in the period, marking an increase of 16.3% year-on-year.

Vietnam’s tourism market rebounds with 10.6 million visitors

International arrivals surged 24% in the first half of 2025, signaling a strong recovery for Vietnam’s hospitality sector.

Vietnamese households remain resilient despite rising costs and disasters

96% of households reported stable or higher income in July 2025 despite inflation and natural disasters.

New business registrations reach 107,700 in first 7 months of 2025

In July 2025, 16,500 businesses were formed despite declines from June, with 14,600 firms resuming operations.

Official price list reveals big gap between residential and agricultural land

Experts believe that setting prices for agricultural land that is mixed with residential land is inconsistent with the Land Law.

Vietnam’s CPI rises 3.26% in first 7 months of 2025

While CPI averaged 3.26%, core inflation stayed at 3.18% due to excluded sectors.

US 20% tariff: A warning sign or a chance for Vietnam to rise?

The U.S. has imposed a 20% tariff on Vietnamese exports - higher than other ASEAN peers. Is this a warning or an incentive for Vietnam to elevate its role in global trade?

Vietnam spends $1B importing rice despite export value slump

In a surprising contrast to declining rice exports, Vietnamese companies spent $1 billion importing rice over the past seven months, even as the country’s export revenue from this staple dropped sharply to $2.81 billion.

Prime period for property investment expected following administrative mergers

The real estate market has been stabilizing since mid-April, with forecasts indicating a strong increase in supply and robust recovery by year-end.

Land prices surge: MAE introduces new land pricing framework

The development of the land price framework is not solely based on market prices but also integrates local management requirements to ensure stability and effective state governance.

Investors hesitant despite $135B demand for Vietnam's energy shift

Vietnam’s energy transition will require more than $135 billion between 2021 and 2030. But experts warn that unresolved policy bottlenecks are keeping investors from committing capital to this vital shift.

Does E10 gasoline reduce vehicle performance, increase fuel consumption?

A recent study by Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) shows that E10 gasoline significantly reduces hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions compared to E5 and A95 gasoline.