Rising geopolitical tensions and tightening supply are driving the strongest rally in global rubber prices since 2017, creating favourable conditions for Vietnam’s rubber industry.

The Agency of Domestic Market Surveillance and Development has launched the “Quanh Toi” (Around Me) mobile application, enabling users to locate fuel stations, access market information, submit feedback and manage fuel expenses.

Vietnam's motorcycle market continues to benefit from abundant supply as both traditional manufacturers and electric vehicle startups expand production.

China remains Vietnam's largest market for fruit and vegetable exports, even as Beijing tightens import controls and raises food safety requirements.

Vietnam’s total import-export turnover reached 445.12 billion USD in the first five months of 2026, up 25% year-on-year, according to data released by the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance on June 3.

Vietnam disbursed nearly 219.36 trillion VND (8.3 billion USD) in public investment capital during the first five months of 2026, equivalent to 21.6% of the plan assigned by the Prime Minister, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Price reductions are spreading across Vietnam’s motorcycle market, particularly among higher-value scooter models.

Vietnam attracted 24.81 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first five months of 2026, up 34.9% year-on-year, the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance reported on June 3.

Strong domestic tax collections helped state budget revenue rise 15.4% year-on-year during the January-May period, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Vietnam’s economy continues to draw international attention after expanding 8.02% in 2025, the fastest growth rate in Southeast Asia despite global economic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainties.

Trinh Van Quyet, the founding chairman of FLC Group, is exerting his power within the conglomerate through his planned participation in the FLC Holdings ecosystem.

Domestic gold prices have steadily plummeted, leaving some investors sitting on temporary losses of VND125 million in under two months. Experts warn against rushing to buy the dip as the market enters a necessary phase of consolidation.

The government is accelerating preparations for Vietnam’s international financial center, with new regulations and governance structures expected this month.

As Hanoi restructures its urban development strategy, new growth corridors are emerging and redefining real estate values across the capital.

Vietnam’s dairy manufacturers are pursuing digital transformation through open data platforms that connect aging machinery with modern IoT systems.

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc has signed the Prime Minister’s Decision No. 28/2026/QD-TTg, promulgating regulations on the procedures, authority and management of APEC Business Travel Cards (ABTC).

While market volatility continues to unsettle investors, several of Vietnam’s oldest and most recognizable brands are standing out with generous dividend payments and bonus share distributions.

Investors are accelerating the construction and operation of electric vehicle charging stations at rest stops along the eastern section of the North – South Expressway, stretching from Thanh Hoa to Ca Mau, to provide green energy for transport.

Vietnamese textile, garment and footwear firms must accelerate technological innovation, boost raw material self-sufficiency and move into higher value-added segments of global supply chains to enhance competitiveness and raise localisation rates.