In the first four months of 2025, Hue City's economy has shown strong growth across several key sectors, including tourism, trade, processing industries, and exports. Tourist arrivals have surged, while total retail sales and export turnover have both posted double-digit growth rates.

According to the City People's Committee, the tourism sector maintained its upward trajectory in April, with the arrival of approximately 596,700 visitors, a 69.5% increase compared to the same period last year.

Tourism revenue reached over VND1 trillion (over $41 million), rising 37.4%, making April the highest-performing month in terms of visitor numbers and revenue year-to-date.

Cumulatively, in the first four months of 2025, the total number of tourists was estimated at over 2 million, marking a 62.6% increase year-on-year. Among them, international arrivals surged by 43.2%, reaching 890,000. Total tourism revenue was estimated at VND3.65 trillion (nearly $140.8 million), reflecting a 40.9% year-over-year increase.

The boom in tourism also bolstered retail sales and consumer services in the central city, with total retail sales in April hitting nearly VND5.4 trillion ($207.8 million), a 16.8% increase compared to the same period last year. Cumulatively, the first four months of 2025 saw total retail sale value estimated at VND21.1 trillion (nearly $813 million), marking a 15.8% increase year-on-year,

In the first four months of 2025, Hue City's export turnover reached $453 million, representing a 26.6% growth year-on-year, and achieving 31.7% of its annual plan.