Banks shift to cash-flow lending to unlock capital for SMEs (Thursday, May 21,2026)

Prof. Nguyen Trong Hoai from the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) suggested that Vietnam should study open finance models built on digital data adopted in several countries to improve credit access for SMEs lacking collateral.

  Vietnam agricultural markets – May 21, 2026: Coffee and fresh paddy prices rebounded (Thursday, May 21,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets showed mixed but generally improving signals on the morning of May 21, 2026, as fresh paddy and coffee prices rebounded, while durian also posted a notable recovery. Meanwhile, domestic pepper, rubber, and live hog prices remained largely stable.

  Car imports increased in 4 months of 2026 (Thursday, May 21,2026)

According to the Customs Department, the number of completely assembled cars imported into Vietnam in April of 2026 reached 16,580 units with a value of US$433.82 million, a decrease of 34.35% in quantity and 26.43% in value compared to March of 2026.

  Vietnam's iron and steel imports fall in volume but surged in value in 4 months (Thursday, May 21,2026)

According to calculations from the Vietnam Customs Department, in the first four months of 2026, Vietnam imported approximately 5.04 million tonnes of various types of iron and steel with a total value of US$3.61 billion.

  Vietnam agricultural markets on May 20: Coffee fell sharply while rice exports held firm (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets on the morning of May 20, 2026, showed mixed movements across key commodities. Domestic coffee prices extended their decline under pressure from anticipated supply from Brazil, while Thai durian prices softened after recent gains. Meanwhile, rice exports, live hog prices, pepper, and rubber remained broadly stable.

  Vietnamese rice export under pressure to improve quality (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

Increased global rice production, climate change and geopolitical conflicts are putting significant pressure on the market. Vietnamese rice exports face the need to adapt quickly and improve quality.

  Agricultural export and challenge of maintaining market share and reputation (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

In global trade, even a small mistake is enough to cause Vietnamese agricultural products to lose market share and reputation.

  Vietnam's steel exports increased in 4 months of 2026 (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

In the first four months of 2026, Vietnam's iron and steel exports remained relatively stable in terms of volume; however, the value recorded a slight decrease due to weakening export prices.

  New pressure from markets and green barriers for agricultural exports (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

Although agricultural, forestry, and fisheries exports continued to increase in the first four months of 2026, many key products are under pressure due to decreased demand and increased import standards.

  LG Energy Solution, Honda eye Vietnam’s e-motorbike market (Wednesday, May 20,2026)

LG Energy Solution, Honda and Hanoi agreed to install battery-swapping stations in central Hanoi, develop standardised battery and safety management systems, and build a business platform model for electric motorbikes.