In 2024, the number of online shops with orders on the top five e-commerce platforms in Vietnam dropped by 165,000 shops, or 20 percent compared to the year before.

As the US considers new global tariffs, Vietnam’s booming electronics sector faces both growth opportunities and risks, particularly in the semiconductor supply chain.

Vietnamese authorities have uncovered a massive tax evasion and smuggling operation involving Luu Anh Tuan, Chairman of Vietnam Rare Earth Company.

The project is designed to accelerate the development of a low-carbon economy and address climate change, working toward the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

About a decade ago, Chinese car brands like Zotye Z8, Beijing X7, and Brilliance V7 entered the Vietnamese market to limited success. But a new fleet of modern Chinese vehicles began to gain traction in the Vietnam market last year.

Vietnam and the Republic of Korea have discussed measures to enhance cooperation for the goal of raising bilateral trade to 150 billion USD by 2030.

Vietnamese authorities have ordered Temu to refund all customers with undelivered orders and issue compensation credits, while the platform continues to face regulatory hurdles.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport has submitted a revised proposal to the Government for the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway project, increasing the total investment to approximately $8.3 billion.

During a visit to Quang Nam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh encouraged THACO Group to expand its expertise into railway manufacturing, starting with high-speed train carriages and eventually locomotives.

BIDV, Agribank, and VietinBank topped the lending charts, while smaller banks like Saigonbank and ABBank lagged behind. Which banks saw the fastest growth, and what does this mean for 2025?

After months of record-high prices, Vietnamese rice has entered a sharp decline, dropping below $400 per ton - the lowest price in Asia.

Vietnam has successfully boosted its durian exports to China. Thailand has launched a special campaign to improve the quality of its durian products to compete with Vietnam in the market.

Cambodia has rapidly risen to become the world’s second-largest raw cashew producer, with Vietnam purchasing nearly 820,000 tons in 2024. This strategic import ensures Vietnam maintains its global dominance in cashew processing and exports.

Hanoi’s property market is entering a new phase, driven by foreign-backed partnerships and legal reforms. While this evolution promises growth, it also raises concerns about accessibility for smaller investors.

While Vietnam’s e-commerce sector continues to expand, tax collection remains a challenge. Authorities are now pushing for stricter tax compliance measures, requiring platforms like Shopee and Lazada to report seller information and withhold taxes.

Despite disruptions due to the Lunar New Year holiday, Vietnam’s coffee exports soared, bringing in a historic $763 million in the first month of 2025. Rising global demand and record-high prices contributed to the impressive growth.

The belief that purchasing gold on this special day brings financial success has led to an annual phenomenon in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows surged by 48.6% in January 2025, reaching $4.33 billion, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Vietnam’s motorcycle industry experienced a sharp decline in production in January 2025, with output dropping 27.3% compared to December 2024.

Vietnam’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) power plants, Nhon Trach 3 and 4, are nearing completion and are set to integrate into the national power grid.