Mekong Delta Can Tho city recorded solid growth in industrial production and consumer spending during the first 10 months of 2026, with the industrial production index (IIP) rising 11.9% and total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue reaching VND222.7 trillion ($8.46 billion), up 21.8%, according to the city’s Statistics Office.
The city has maintained industrial growth by supporting businesses in expanding production and bringing new projects into operation.
In October alone, the IIP increased 20.2% year-on-year. Manufacturing and processing rose 12.3% over the 10-month period, led by wood processing, which grew 34.9%, metal production (26.9%), and rubber and plastic products (20%).
In the trade and services sector, the city is working to sustain consumer demand, strengthen supply-demand connections and ensure sufficient goods for the year-end peak season. The department plans to coordinate 10 promotional events and prepare price-stabilisation supplies for the 2027 Lunar New Year.
Tourism is also expected to contribute to growth. The city aims to welcome an additional 583,000 visitors in the fourth quarter, generating approximately VND1.12 trillion ($42.5 million) in additional tourism revenue. Accommodation and food services are targeting quarterly growth of 12.55% to 29.81%.
For the first 10 months, accommodation and food service revenue reached VND30.5 trillion ($1.15 billion), up 24.2%, while travel services revenue increased 15.2%.
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