Trade drives growth momentum for Vietnam's economy in seven months
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan said Vietnam's total trade may exceed 1 trillion USD in 2026, supported by effective use of new-generation free trade agreements (FTAs).
FDI firm spreads sustainable value through community commitment02/08/2026 13:40A subsidiary of Thailand’s SCG Chemicals, LSP manages one of Vietnam’s largest foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, with an initial investment of more than 5 billion USD. The company is also investing an additional USD 500 million to integrate ethane into its feedstock portfolio. Energy-saving drive gathers pace amid soaring summer power demand02/08/2026 11:30Nguyen Van Hung, Vice Chairman of the Cua Lo Ward People’s Committee, said nearly 20% of hotels in the locality have installed rooftop solar systems, helping reduce electricity costs while easing pressure on the power supply during the hottest months. Deeper reforms needed to achieve target of 2 million firms02/08/2026 04:48If Vietnam can create the institutions, funding channels and support systems that allow businesses to develop at different stages, the target of 2 million active enterprises by 2030 could mark not just a numerical milestone, but the emergence of a more resilient engine of growth. Vietnam, Czech Republic step up local investment, trade cooperation02/08/2026 02:36Representatives of the Czech side spoke highly of the potential for cooperation with Da Nang and affirmed their readiness to help connect Czech enterprises with Vietnamese partners, thereby promoting stronger bilateral investment and trade ties in the years to come. Netherlands ready to support Vietnam in deeper integration into global financial markets01/08/2026 17:49The working sessions between Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang and Dutch partners helped strengthen the foundation of financial cooperation between Vietnam and the Netherlands, opening up opportunities for experience sharing, market connections and new initiatives in finance, technology and innovation, thereby making positive contributions to the comprehensive partnership. Data, AI, resilient transformation shapes future of insurance industry01/08/2026 06:36Market growth is no longer measured solely by revenue size or the number of contracts, but increasingly depends on service quality, risk management capabilities, innovation and the ability to build lasting trust with customers. Lam Dong ramps up action to meet EC's IUU fishing-related recommendations01/08/2026 03:46The central province of Lam Dong is exerting every effort to join Vietnam's efforts to achieve the early removal of the EC's "yellow card" warning. Exhibition event spotlights AI, digital tech in healthcare31/07/2026 19:28At the event, companies and researchers promote digital technology solutions for medical facilities, while experts also highlighted and discussed new trends and technologies in the fields of AI, 3D and telemedicine. New billion-dollar export contenders emerge in Vietnam's agricultural industry31/07/2026 13:33Vietnam's agricultural exports reached 36 billion USD in the first half of 2026, up 6% year-on-year. While overall growth remained below the government's double-digit target, several products posted strong performance and are showing significant export potential. Real estate data seen as key to market transparency31/07/2026 12:19The biggest risk facing the real estate market is liquidity, while the biggest risk associated with technology lies with its users. Technology can only deliver its full value when it addresses practical market and human needs. Hanoi welcomes Central Retail Vietnam's plans to expand modern retail investment31/07/2026 10:48Central Retail Vietnam will continue investing in its supermarket network while increasing the share of Vietnamese products in its distribution system. The group will also deepen support for farmers, cooperatives and producers across the supply chain, from cultivation and harvesting to packaging and product standardisation. Dutch businesses upbeat about Vietnam's growth prospects31/07/2026 10:40Dutch businesses welcomed Vietnam's reform agenda and showed strong interest in expanding collaboration in finance and international financial services, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, logistics, ports, shipbuilding, water management, renewable energy and green transition. Vietnamese coffee exports shine in EC’s agri-food trade report31/07/2026 10:18Vietnam and Argentina emerged as notable exceptions in the European Commission’s (EC) latest agri-food trade report. Imports from Argentina increased 10% thanks to higher sunflower seed shipments, while imports from Vietnam climbed 9%, driven by robust coffee exports. International assessments point to brighter outlook for Vietnam's economy31/07/2026 09:59The Business Times of Singapore recently reported that Vietnam moving up the value chain is attracting high-quality investment from Asia in the first half of 2026 despite shifts in the composition of foreign direct investment (FDI). Resolution drives M&A capital towards AI infrastructure, high-quality businesses31/07/2026 09:26According to PwC’s Global M&A Industry Trends: 2026 Mid-Year Outlook, the total value of global M&A transactions this year could reach approximately 4 trillion USD, driven by large-scale deals and growing investment in AI-related infrastructure. Authorities urged to clear bottlenecks to propel agro-forestry-fishery exports beyond 74 bln USD31/07/2026 09:07By the end of July, agro-forestry-fishery exports were estimated at nearly 42. 6 billion USD, up about 7% year-on-year and equal to 57. 6% of the annual target. The performance reaffirmed the sector's role as one of the country's economic mainstays. Reference exchange rate up 18 VND on July 3131/07/2026 08:56With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,605 VND/USD, and the floor rate 24,071 VND/USD. Household savings hit record as high interest rates attract idle money31/07/2026 08:46Household deposits at banks reached a new high of 10. 8 quadrillion VND (414 billion USD) at the end of May, up more than 108 trillion VND from April and increasing by 4. 76% from the beginning of the year, equivalent to nearly 492 trillion VND. New e-commerce law strengthens accountability across digital marketplace31/07/2026 04:32Instead of focusing mainly on protecting consumers as previously, the Law on E-commerce clearly defines the legal responsibilities of all participants in the digital marketplace, including e-commerce platforms, businesses, online sellers, key opinion leaders (KOLs), key opinion consumers (KOCs) and affiliate marketers. Vietnamese retailer helps expand market access in Canada30/07/2026 23:12Established in 1981 as a family-run grocery store, Lucky Supermarket and Dong Phuong Group have grown into one of the largest Asian food retail and distribution networks in Western Canada. Over the past 45 years, the business has evolved beyond serving the Vietnamese community to become an important distribution channel for Vietnamese agricultural products, food and consumer goods.