Can Tho pins growth ambitions on accelerated energy projects (Thursday, January 22,2026)

Can Tho city has identified the acceleration of major energy projects as a central driver to regain high growth momentum, with the city targeting gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth of 10–10.5% in 2026.

  Vietnam fertilizer market in 2025:Prices stable at high levels (Thursday, January 22,2026)

Domestic fertilizer prices in December 2025 remained largely stable compared with previous months, supported by ample supply and the absence of any significant demand surge during the off-peak season. However, compared with previous years, prices of most fertilizer products still stayed at relatively high levels.

  Exports to Thailand reached ver $8.7 billion in 2025 (Thursday, January 22,2026)

According to data from the Customs Department, in 2025, Vietnam's exports to Thailand reached over $8.7 billion, a 13% increase compared to the previous year.

  Lists of chemicals within scope of Law on Chemicals issued (Thursday, January 22,2026)

Decree No. 24/2026/ND-CP stipulates 4 lists of chemicals within the scope of the Law on Chemicals concerning the development of the chemical industry, chemical activities, and safety and security in chemical activities, specifically: Clause 2, Article 6; Point a, Clause 1, Article 9; Point a, Clause 2, Article 9; and Clause 2, Article 37 of the Law on Chemicals.

  Improving regulations on mineral exploitation licenses (Thursday, January 22,2026)

Decree No. 21/2026/ND-CP amends and supplements many important regulations on the conditions, dossiers, and authority for granting mineral exploitation licenses.

  Vietnam feed market in 2025: prices decreased (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

In 2025, domestic animal feed prices continued the downward trend from 2024, driven by lower input material prices. Specifically, piglet feed (21% protein) was priced at VND380,000–450,000 per 25kg bag; finisher pig feed (18% protein) ranged from VND330,000 to 400,000 per 25kg bag; and sow feed was quoted at VND360,000–420,000 per bag.

  Domestic rice market on January 21: prices largely stable (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

According to Kinhtedothi, rice prices in the Mekong Delta on January 21, 2026 showed little change compared with earlier in the week.

  Domestic coffee market on January 21,2026: Prices close to VND100,000 per kg (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

According to Vietnamnet.vn, domestic coffee prices on the morning of January 21, 2026, edged up to VND98,800 – 99,700 per kg, supported by tight supply and strong holding sentiment among farmers.

  Domestic pepper market on January 21, 2026: Low inventories while new crop output forecast to decline sharply (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

According to Kinhtedothi, domestic pepper prices on the morning of January 21, 2026, fluctuated in the range of VND147,500 – 148,500 per kg, remaining stable compared with the previous morning.

  Vietnam's iron and steel products and scrap import markets in 2025 (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

In 2025, Vietnam's import value of iron and steel products was estimated to reach nearly US$8.31 billion, a 27.9% increase compared to 2024.

  Exports to Russia reached over $2.2 billion in 2025 (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

According to the statistics figures from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to Russia in 2025 were estimated to exceed $2.2 billion, a decrease of 3.2% compared to the previous year.

  Fruit and vegetable exports to China reached nearly $5.5 billion (Wednesday, January 21,2026)

Fruit and vegetable exports to China in 2025 reached a record high, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total industry turnover, affirming the leading market role of Vietnamese agricultural products.

  Vietnam-India trade turnover reached nearly US$16.46 billion in 2025 (Tuesday, January 20,2026)

According to the data from the Vietnam Customs Department, total bilateral trade between Vietnam and India reached a record high of US$16.46 billion in 2025, a 10.5% increase compared to 2024.

  Exports to Japan increased in 2025 (Tuesday, January 20,2026)

According to statistics from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to the Japanese market in December of 2025 reached US$2.34 billion, an increase of 0.1% compared to the previous month.

  Vietnam’s car imports increased in 2025 (Monday, January 19,2026)

In 2025, the whole country imported 205,630 complete cars of all types, equivalent to US$4.74 billion, an increase of 18.6% in quantity and 31.1% in value compared to 2024.

  Vietnam’s LPG import markets in 2025 (Monday, January 19,2026)

In 2025, Vietnam imported over 3.63 million tonnes of LPG, worth over US$2.15 billion, with an average price of US$593.16/tonne.

  Domestic live hog market in 2025: price declined sharply (Sunday, January 18,2026)

Domestic live hog prices in 2025 fell sharply, from a peak of VND70,000–80,000/kg in the early months of the year to just VND46,000–54,000/kg by November 2025, before rebounding to around VND51,000–56,000/kg in the final month of the year.

  Vietnam’s seafood market in 2025: Prices of shrimp and catfish increased (Saturday, January 17,2026)

Shrimp prices in 2025 tended to increase and remained more stable than in previous years, particularly in the final months of the year. Prices for large-sized whiteleg shrimp reached above VND200,000–260,000/kg, while black tiger shrimp prices also stayed at high levels thanks to stable export demand from markets such as Japan and South Korea.

  Domestic steel market in 2025: prices stabilized (Friday, January 16,2026)

In 2025, steel prices in Vietnam did not record significant fluctuations compared with the previous year. In the first half of the year, steel prices came under pressure due to the slow recovery of the construction and real estate sectors, resulting in weak domestic consumption.

  Reference exchange rate down 4 VND on January 16 (Friday, January 16,2026)

With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,388 VND/USD, and the floor rate 23,874 VND/USD.

  Ho Chi Minh City’s Rach Chiec mega project: 70,000-seat stadium with roof and air conditioning (Friday, January 16,2026)

With a total investment of more than 145 trillion VND (5.2 billion USD), the highlight of the project is a stadium with up to 70,000 seats, featuring a retractable roof and one of the most advanced air-conditioning systems currently available.

  Petrol prices revised up in latest adjustment (Friday, January 16,2026)

Accordingly, E5RON92 petrol is capped at 18,376 VND ( 0.7 USD) per litre, up 143 VND, while RON95-III is capped at 18,712 VND per litre, up 152 VND.

  Exports to the Netherlands reached over US$13.4 billion in 2025 (Friday, January 16,2026)

According to the statistics from the Customs Department, Vietnam's exports to the Netherlands in 2025 were estimated to reach US$13.4 billion, a 3.7% increase compared to the previous year.

  C/O: passport for Vietnamese handicrafts to enter high-end markets (Friday, January 16,2026)

In the context of global trade increasingly emphasizing transparency and traceability, certificates of origin (C/O) are becoming a key factor in helping Vietnamese handicrafts penetrate higher-end markets.

  Domestic rice market on the morning of January 15, 2026: fresh paddy prices declined (Thursday, January 15,2026)

According to Kinhtedothi, prices of several types of paddy on the morning of January 15, 2026, fell by VND200/kg compared with the previous day, as trading activity remained sluggish while rice prices were relatively stable.

  Domestic pepper prices declined on the morning of january 15, 2026 (Thursday, January 15,2026)

According to Kinhtedothi, domestic pepper prices on the morning of January 15, 2026, ranged from VND149,000 to 152,000/kg, down VND500–1,000/kg compared with the previous day.

  Domestic coffee prices rose by 100-200 VND/kg on the morning of january 15, 2026 (Thursday, January 15,2026)

According to Kinhtedothi, domestic coffee prices on the morning of January 15, 2026, rose by 100-200 VND per kg compared to Yesterday, ranging from VND97,800 to VND98,600/kg.

  Vietnam fast-tracks key national railway projects (Thursday, January 15,2026)

With the completion of a key legal framework, Vietnam's major national railway projects have kicked off the new year of 2026 with an accelerated implementation phase, notably the North-South high-speed railway and the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway line

  National Spring Fair 2026 to boost trade, strengthen value chains (Thursday, January 15,2026)

The proactive engagement of Vietnam’s trade offices overseas is also expected to contribute to the success of the fair. From mid-January, these offices have launched coordinated promotion and matchmaking efforts, inviting foreign partners to attend the fair as a gateway to Vietnam’s market, manufacturing capacity and investment environment.

  Tet market commences earlier than usual this year (Thursday, January 15,2026)

Beyond traditional gift items, Tet gift hampers this year feature a variety of creative designs and concepts, catering to the evolving tastes of modern consumers.