For smarter cities
Vietnam reaching its net-zero commitments by 2050 will require a concerted effort from the construction and urban development industry.
More than 800 listed companies report 38.2% profit growth in Q1 2026
Growth continued to be driven by the non-financial sector, which surged by 69.8%, significantly outperforming the Financial sector (+14.4%).
Authority to approve foreign university branches in Vietnam now belongs to Education Minister
Previously, only the Prime Minister had such an authority.
Vietnam's textile and garment exports hit $10.57bln in Q1
The sector targets an export revenue of $49 billion in 2026.
Holistic approach to competitiveness in banking sector
The elements determining customer preferences in Vietnam’s banking sector have been shifting over time, especially ESG and AI.
Indian investment in Vietnam continues to flourish
Indian investors launching 30 new projects worth more than $95.2 million in Vietnam in the first quarter of 2026.
Vietnam's agro-forestry-fishery exports earn $23bln in 4M
Key export markets including China, US and Japan.
Taiwanese tech major eyes $149 mln investment expansion in Vietnam
Taking all announced investments into account, Lite-On's total capital commitment in Vietnam is estimated to have surpassed the $1.2 billion mark.
Intel moves data center chip production line from Costa Rica to Vietnam
Industry experts believe that Intel’s expansion in Vietnam will yield significant economic benefits…
Domestic gold prices drop to lowest level in four month
The selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars fell to VND165 million (around $6,273) per tael.
Businesses' responsibilities for Vietnam's upcoming carbon market
Stakeholders tell Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy about support available to Vietnam and its businesses and the latter’s responsibilities as the introduction of the country’s carbon market becomes closer.
Vietnam welcomes 8.8 million foreign tourists in 4M
The tourism sector has already achieved 35% of its annual target.
A key element of Vietnam's carbon credit market
Establishing carbon credit projects is a key element of a carbon credit market, with lessons for Vietnam to learn from international experience.
Retail sales of goods and services hit $96.8bln in 4M
Broad-based expansion across retail and services signaling a continued recovery in consumer demand.
Vietnam's CPI in April up 0.84% month-on-month
The growth driven largely by a sharp increase in domestic gas prices, alongside higher costs for dining-out services and construction materials.
New orders decrease as firms' costs rise at fastest pace in 15 years: S&P Global report
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index™ (PMI®) dropping to a seven-month low of 50.5 in April, down from 51.2 in March.
Legal foundation for a carbon market in Vietnam
Myriad legal instruments have been introduced over the last few years as Vietnam prepares to establish and operate a carbon market.
Party General Secretary, President To Lam to pay State visit to Sri Lanka
The visit is expected to mark a new milestone in bilateral relations, opening up opportunities for breakthroughs in economic, trade, and investment cooperation, and contributing to effectively responding to rapid changes in the global political and economic landscape.
Close engagement between businesses of Vietnam and Bangladesh
H.E. Md Lutfor Rahman, Ambassador of Bangladesh to Vietnam, tells Anh Hoang from Vietnam Economic Times how stronger connectivity and sectoral cooperation can drive bilateral growth.
Industrial production continues expansion in 4M
The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in the first four months of 2026 increasing 9.2% year-on-year.