Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached 15.2 billion USD in the first quarter of 2026, up 42.9% year-on-year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.

Strong foreign investment inflows reflect the city’s resilience in the face of global volatility, said a local official.

The return of a billion-dollar high-tech project highlights the effectiveness of Vietnam’s strategy to selectively attract FDI, prioritising advanced technology and high value-added investments.

Statistics show that about 80% of FDI enterprises prioritise investing in industrial parks with green energy infrastructure, reflecting a growing shift in investment preferences amid tightening global environmental standards.

As global competition for FDI intensifies, Vietnam continues to enhance its appeal to multinational investors, backed by competitive advantages, an improving business environment and policy reforms aligned with emerging global investment standards.

Vietnam’s economy in early 2026 has shown a dual-toned picture. While industrial production and FDI have reached record levels, the domestic sector has struggled with a high business exit rate and cautious consumer spending amid global uncertainties.

Thai Nguyen topped the country in newly registered foreign investment during the first two months of 2026, becoming the only locality to surpass the US$1 billion mark.

FDI disbursed in Vietnam during the first two months of 2026 is estimated at 3.21 billion USD, up 8.8% year-on-year and the highest level recorded for the period in the past five years, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

From 2026, the industrial real estate market in the northern region is forecast to enter a new growth phase as strategic infrastructure projects near completion, supply expands, and green industrial parks become a decisive factor for FDI.

Hanoi attracted 335.6 million USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first two months of 2026, reflecting steady investor interest in the capital city.

Double-digit growth is not just a story of pure political determination. It is a problem of internal strength.

Despite nearly 5 billion USD in net foreign outflows in 2025, Vietnam's benchmark VN-Index rose by more than 40%, supported by domestic liquidity and strong corporate earnings.

Ho Chi Minh City is witnessing a structural shift in foreign direct investment (FDI), marked by the emergence of billion-dollar projects in data centres, digital infrastructure and financial technology.

According to the Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance, realized foreign direct investment in Vietnam in January 2026 was estimated at 1.68 billion USD.

The capital city of Hanoi has set out plans to attract approximately 4.5 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) this year.

Bac Ninh ranked second nationwide in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction in 2025, only after Ho Chi Minh City, underscoring its position as one of Vietnam’s leading industrial and investment hubs.

Strong attraction and disbursement of foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025 underscore Vietnam’s status as a safe and attractive investment destination, with prospects for inflows in 2026 also expected to remain highly positive.

Localities such as Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Ninh Binh, Phu Tho and Bac Ninh posted growth rates of between 10.27% and 11.89%, far exceeding the national average.

The figures were released at a press conference on January 5, announcing Vietnam’s socio-economic statistics for the fourth quarter and the whole of 2025.