Vietnam’s CPI rises 4.45% in first eight months of 2026
Housing, electricity, water, fuel and construction materials recording the largest increase.
In face of inflation challenges
Vietnam’s impressive containment of inflation over the last decade may be put to the test after a problematic first half of 2026, and continued policy attention will be required during the remainder of the year.
Vietnam's June inflation eases as consumer prices decline from previous month
The consumer price index (CPI) down 0.39% in June from previous month.
July CPI at 0.58%
According to the General Statistics Office, the CPI in July increased 0.4 per cent compared to June while core inflation increased 0.58 per cent. The CPI increased 2.54 per cent year-on-year in the first seven months. Reasons behind the rising CPI so far this year include higher prices for essential consumer goods and gasoline.