Vietnam’s economy grew by more than 8 percent in 2025, government says
The country also posted its highest-ever annual trade surplus with Washington, despite the US government’s recent imposition of a 20 percent tariff.
This Vietnamese town boomed as factories left China. Now it’s asking what’s next ?
Once known for its rice fields and folk songs, Bac Ninh has become one of Vietnam’s busiest factory zones
Vietnam poised to overtake Thailand’s GDP this year as growth accelerates
Vietnam may overtake Thailand in nominal GDP this year, powered by public investment, as Thailand grapples with slow growth, debt and border tensions.
Vietnam’s annual growth reaches 8% as trade surplus with US hits record despite tariffs
Vietnam’s economy grew by 8% in 2025, accelerating from the previous year’s pace due to robust exports despite U.S. tariffs, preliminary government data showed on Monday, as the country posted its highest annual trade surplus with Washington.
Vietnam faces external challenges to growing 10% next year, central bank says
Tariffs and monetary policy in other countries will make it harder for Vietnam’s central bank to get its policy settings right and hit an economic growth target of more than 10% next year, a senior State Bank of Vietnam official…
Remittances to HCMC to hit record high this year
Remittance inflows to Ho Chi Minh City have seen stable growth despite fluctuations in the global economy and are expected to reach an all-time high of US$10.5 billion in 2025.
Vietnam’s second DoiMoi : growth, bottlenecks,and a role for Australia
Vietnam has announced a new round of sweeping reforms to propel the nation to high-income status. But long-term boldness is meeting short-term inertia.
Vietnam’s 2026 budget, explained
Strong economic performance sent government revenue soaring in 2025, putting the country in an enviable fiscal position.
Vietnam’s 11-month FDI disbursement highest in 5 years
Vietnam recorded $23.6 billion in implemented foreign direct investment (FDI) capital in the first 11 months of the year, up 8.9% year-on-year and marking a 5-year record high.
Vietnam targets 3.3% inflation in 2025 as Government tightens price controls
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc said ministries must avoid complacency despite recent price stability, calling on agencies to prioritise the 3.3% CPI target, monitor global risks, and prevent domestic shortages or sudden price spikes, especially ahead of the Lunar…
Vietnam emerges as Southeast Asia’s cross-border e-commerce hub
Vietnam is rapidly emerging as a regional powerhouse in cross-border e-commerce, driven by strategic initiatives from global players and backed by supportive government policies.
Vietnam sets GDP growth target at 10% for 2026
The National Assembly, Vietnam’s legislature, on Wednesday approved a resolution setting an economic expansion target of at least 10% for 2026, per capita GDP at $5,400-5,500, and inflation controlled at around 4.5%.
National champions – Vietnam’s solution tothe middle-income trap
The international economic environment could hardly be less propitious.
Vietnam’s upgrade to emerging market status, explained
The recent decision by the index provider FTSE Russel reflects the country’s maturing market conditions and improved regulatory climate.
Vietnam braces for FTSE decision on market upgrade
Vietnam is preparing for a decision on Tuesday by index provider FTSE Russell that could upgrade its stock market to emerging status alongside China and India, potentially unlocking billions of dollars in foreign investment.
Vietnam GDP grows 8.2% in Q3
Vietnam’s economy expanded at an estimated rate of 8.2% year-on-year in the third quarter, the second highest in a decade.
National champions – Vietnam’s solution tothe middle-income trap
The international economic environment could hardly be less propitious.
Vietnam’s development model is running out of road
Vietnam’s economic rise has been extraordinary. The country has made a triple transition from central planning to a market economy, from import substitution to export-led integration and from extreme poverty to lower-middle-income status. Yet the growth model, fuelled by bank…
Vietnam’s 35% top income tax rate among Southeast Asia’s highest
Vietnam’s top individual income tax rate of 35% is among the highest in Southeast Asia, Deloitte Vietnam said in a report and called for changes.
Vietnam races to reach 25mn int’l visitors by end of 2025
With only four months remaining in 2025, Vietnam’s tourism industry faces a significant challenge in achieving its ambitious goal of welcoming 25 million international visitors — a figure that would mark the highest in the country’s history and match Thailand’s…
Is Vietnam becoming the new Thailand ?
Despite COVID-19 and global trade tensions, Vietnam’s exports and current account surplus continue to grow.
World Bank cuts Vietnam’s growth forecast to 6.6% as tariffs bite
The World Bank on Monday trimmed its forecast for Vietnam’s economic growth on evidence that U.S. tariffs were starting to have an impact on the Southeast Asian exporter’s shipments.
Vietnam’s next big challenge is all about money
Central bank reforms that reflect the power of markets are long overdue.
Is Vietnam going too far with its tax revolution?
From photo booths on street corners to family-run workshops, Vietnam’s tax overhaul will soon reach almost every cash register. Critics warn it could wipe out a swath of the economy it is aimed at strengthening.
Vietnamese, Korean leaders witness exchange of major cooperation documents on energy, digital sectors
Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam and South Korea’s Prime Minister Kim Min-seok witnessed the exchange of dozens of cooperation documents between ministries, agencies, localities, enterprises, and universities from the two countries in Seoul on Tuesday.
South Korea, Vietnam join forces amid US-China rivalry with US$150 billion trade target
The two nations have pledged to nearly double bilateral trade and explore closer military ties, with expanded arms sales on the cards.