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Global rubber prices surge, raising hopes for Vietnamese exporters

Overseas investment rises by almost 60% in 2024

Around 31 different countries and territories received investments from Việt Nam in 2024.

Sacombank, Ho Chi Minh City Finance and Investment State-Owned Company partner to provide funding

Under the agreement, Sacombank and HFIC will jointly provide funding to key sectors such as technology, healthcare, education and training, culture, and sports and for carrying out digital transformation.

Hải Phòng maintains double-digit growth rate for 10 consecutive years

The port city is now one of the top five largest economies in the country.

Over one fourth of Việt Nam's population participates in eSports

The Vietnam Recreational eSports Association (VIRESA), in partnership with OTA Network, has published the Vietnam eSports White Paper 2022–2023.

Fruit and vegetable industry aims for $10 billion in exports by 2030

Based on impressive export results in recent years, Việt Nam’s fruit and vegetable industry has set a target of achieving US$10 billion in export value by 2030, according to the Việt Nam Fruit and Vegetables Association.

EVN asks to take charge of new energy projects

Vietnam Electricity (EVN) estimates that with the GDP growth target of 8 per cent this year, electricity generation must grow by a factor of 1.5.

Việt Nam maintains position as RoK’s third largest trading partner

Việt Nam continued solidifying its position as the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s third-largest trading partner in 2024, trailing only China and the US, marking the third consecutive year of the significant trade relationship.

Twelve projects to be developed in Saigon Hi-tech Park in 2025

Twelve projects, including 10 domestic projects and two foreign-invested ones with a total investment exceeding US$1 billion, are set to break ground in the Saigon Hi-tech Park (SHTP) in HCM City in 2025.

Vietnamese pepper: decline in volume, surge in value

In December 2024, Việt Nam exported 15,265 tonnes of pepper of all types, including 12,771 tonnes of black pepper and 2,494 tonnes of white pepper, generating a total turnover of $100.6 million.

LNG power projects face multiple hurdles

LNG power projects in Việt Nam are currently grappling with many obstacles, ranging from bureaucratic delays to issues with power purchase agreements (PPAs), leading to significant slowdowns.

GDP grows by over 7 per cent, exceeds target for 2024

The growth rate is relatively impressive for the 2011-24 period, only lower than the rates of 2018, 2019 and 2022.

2025 GDP growth target: ambitious and challenging

Taking into consideration all the factors, the 8 per cent GDP growth target is undoubtedly ambitious and will be challenging to achieve. As a highly open economy, Việt Nam is particularly vulnerable to global economic fluctuations and risks.

Đồng forecast to depreciate by 3% against dollar in 2025

The possibility of a sharp increase in the USD/VNĐ exchange rate will significantly impact the monetary policy of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

Garment 10 Corporation targets a 7.4 per cent increase in revenue in 2025

Garment 10 Corporation (Garco 10) has set a goal of increasing by 7.4 per cent its revenue in 2025 to reach more than VNĐ5.05 trillion (US$198.4 million).

Market starts the week with a fall with the VN-Index moving below 1,250 points

Market breadth remained negative, with 235 declining stocks, 65 advancing and 53 unchanged. Trading liquidity dipped slightly to approximately VNĐ13.6 trillion (US$535.5 million), representing a 0.5 per cent decrease compared to the previous session.

Việt Nam posts trade surplus of $24.77 billion in 2024

The latest statistics on scio-economic development last year were released by the General Statistics Office on Monday.

Việt Nam to upgrade port infrastructure to accommodate larger cargo vessels

The Vietnam Maritime Administration (VMA), under the Ministry of Transport, is preparing a proposal to enhance the operational capacity of public maritime infrastructure and existing port facilities.

Vinpearl redeems over $394m international bonds early

This proactive approach highlights Vinpearl's strategic financial management and commitment to optimising its capital structure.

Sao Khuê Award 2025 launched

The Việt Nam Software and Information Technology Services Association (VINASA) on Monday officially launched the Sao Khuê Award 2025, one of the most prestigious honours for Việt Nam’s IT industry.