Vietnam steel prices remained stable in May 2026 (Friday, June 19,2026)

Vietnam's steel market remained largely stable in May 2026 as construction demand showed no significant improvement, while supply from domestic steelmakers remained abundant. In addition, global steelmaking raw material prices fluctuated only slightly, resulting in relatively stable production costs.

  Vietnam's trade deficit reached USD 5.21 billion in May of 2026 (Friday, June 19,2026)

Vietnam trade deficit reached 5.21 billion USD in May of 2026, from a surplus of 0.62 billion USD in May of 2025 and was the largest trade deficit ever from 1990.

  Vietnam-ASEAN trade exchange in first 5 months of 2025 (Friday, June 19,2026)

In the first 5 months of the year, Vietnam's exports to the ASEAN market reached US$18.5 billion, an increase of 16.9%; while imports from this region reached US$27.1 billion, an increase of 21.6%.

  Foreign trade management regulations and import quotas updated (Friday, June 19,2026)

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued Consolidated Document No. 47/VBHN-BCT, updating regulations on foreign trade management, tariff quotas, and import/export licensing.

  Rural industrial products fair and exhibition 2026 attracts more than 300 booths (Thursday, June 18,2026)

The Rural Industrial Products Fair and Exhibition 2026 has attracted more than 300 booths from provinces and cities across the country, helping promote outstanding rural industrial products, strengthen business connections, and expand consumer markets.

  Most vehicles in Vietnam compatible with E10, supporting biofuel growth (Thursday, June 18,2026)

Most gasoline vehicles currently manufactured, assembled and distributed in Vietnam have been confirmed as compatible with E5 and E10 biofuels.

  Vietnam's coffee exports totaled US$4.23 billion (Thursday, June 18,2026)

In the first five months of 2026, Vietnam's coffee exports reached 927,300 tonnes, valued at US$4.23 billion, an increase of 7.8% in volume but a decrease of 13.5% in value compared to the same period last year, according to data from the Vietnam Customs Department.

  Vietnam's inflation rate increased to 5.6% in May of 2026 (Thursday, June 18,2026)

Vietnam’s annual inflation rate increased to 5.6% in May of 2026 from 5.46% in the previous month, and was the the highest since January of 2020, mostly due to faster price growth in transport (increased by 12.48% vs 11.08% in April), and increasing energy costs because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

  Vietnam commodities market on June 18, 2026: Gold falls, coffee stall, pepper high (Thursday, June 18,2026)

Vietnam's commodity markets showed mixed movements on Thursday morning, with domestic gold prices falling sharply in line with global trends, coffee prices edging lower locally while gaining strength on international exchanges, and pepper prices remaining at elevated levels. Rice prices were largely stable, durian maintained strong price levels, and live hog prices continued to weaken in central and southern regions.

  Latest regulations on transit of Lao goods through Vietnam (Thursday, June 18,2026)

Document No. 44/VBHN-BCT systematizes the currently effective regulations on the transit of Lao goods through Vietnamese territory.

  Textiles remain a key Vietnamese export to Russia (Wednesday, June 17,2026)

Textiles and garments continued to be one of Vietnam’s leading export categories to the Russian market in the first five months of 2026, generating export revenue of more than USD 106.99 million.

  Ministry of Industry and Trade works with Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to promote double-digit export growth (Wednesday, June 17,2026)

In implementing the tasks and objectives set out in Conclusion No. 18-KL/TW dated April 2, 2026, of the Second Plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee on the socio-economic development plan, national financial plan, public borrowing and debt repayment, and the five-year medium-term public investment plan for 2026-2030 associated with the goal of achieving “double-digit” growth, as well as Resolution No. 148/NQ-CP dated June 6, 2026, of the Government’s regular meeting for May 2026, and to coordinate the implementation of measures aimed at achieving the double-digit export growth target in 2026, on June 12, 2026, the Minister of Industry and Trade and leaders of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment co-chaired a working session with agencies and units under the three ministries to discuss and agree on solutions to remove bottlenecks and facilitate production and export activities.

  Vietnam tourist arrivals reached 1.78 million in May of 2026 (Wednesday, June 17,2026)

International arrivals to Vietnam in May of 2026 increased by 16.5% year-on-year to a seven-month low of 1.78 million, after increasing by 22.8% in April of this year.

  Vietnam commodities market on June 17, 2026: Gold rebounded, coffee eased (Wednesday, June 17,2026)

Vietnam's commodity markets showed mixed trends on Wednesday as domestic gold prices rebounded sharply, coffee prices edged lower in the Central Highlands, while rice export prices and rubber markets remained supported by positive developments in international trading.

  Vietnam rice market stable on June 16 do slow trading activity (Tuesday, June 16,2026)

Rice prices in Vietnam's Mekong Delta remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, while trading activity continued at a slow pace. Export rice quotations were also steady.

  Vietnam pepper prices hold steady on June 16, 2026 (Tuesday, June 16,2026)

Domestic pepper prices remained unchanged on Tuesday, staying within a range of VND138,500-VND140,500 per kg across Vietnam's major growing regions as the market continued to consolidate following strong gains earlier this year.

  Vietnam coffee prices near VND90,000 per kg on June 16, 2026 (Tuesday, June 16,2026)

Domestic coffee prices in Vietnam's Central Highlands remained near recent highs on Tuesday, approaching the VND90,000 per kg mark after strong gains last week, supported by tight domestic supplies and a rebound in global coffee markets.

  Regulations on administrative sanctions in field of industrial property amended (Monday, June 15,2026)

The Government has just issued Decree No. 186/2026/ND-CP amending and supplementing several articles of Decree No. 99/2013/ND-CP on administrative sanctions in the field of industrial property to improve the legal basis and enhance the effectiveness of management and enforcement of industrial property rights in the new situation.

  Vietnam steel imports edge down in Jan-Apr despite higher prices (Sunday, June 14,2026)

Vietnam's steel imports fell slightly in the first four months of 2026 as weaker purchases from China and Japan outweighed gains from alternative suppliers, although higher global prices helped keep import spending broadly stable.

  Vietnam's IIP in May and first five months of 2026 (Saturday, June 13,2026)

According to the General Statistics Office, Ministry of Finance, the Industrial Production Index (IIP) in May of 2026 was estimated to increase by 3.3% compared to the previous month and by 8.8% compared to the same period of 2025.

  Agricultural, forestry and fisheries export exceed US$30 billion after 5 months of 2026 (Friday, June 12,2026)

In the first 5 months of 2026, entire agriculture and environment sector maintained positive growth momentum with agricultural, forestry and fisheries exports reaching US$30.69 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of US$8.41 billion.

  Australia, Poland and many other markets simultaneously signal new SPS regulations (Friday, June 12,2026)

New regulations on plant quarantine, food safety and traceability, issued by various countries in the second half of May, are impacting many Vietnamese agricultural products.

  Vietnam commodities market on June 12: Gold surged, coffee rebounded, premium durian prices rose (Friday, June 12,2026)

Vietnam's commodity markets showed mixed movements on Friday, with domestic gold prices soaring, coffee prices rebounding after recent declines, and premium durian varieties posting notable gains. Meanwhile, rice and live hog markets remained largely stable, while global rubber prices fell amid concerns over weakening demand.

  Export tax rates in Export Tariff Schedule amended (Friday, June 12,2026)

The Government has issued Decree No. 201/2026/ND-CP amending the export tax rates of some items in the Export Tariff Schedule under Decree No. 26/2023/ND-CP, effective from July 23, 2026.

  Vietnam's trade balance in May and first five months of 2026 (Friday, June 12,2026)

According to the preliminary data from the General Statistics Office, under the Ministry of Finance, Vietnam’s trade balance in May 2026 showed a deficit of US$5.21 billion.

  Vietnamese rice finds its place through quality and low emissions (Thursday, June 11,2026)

Pressure from prices and increasingly stringent import standards is driving rice industry to compete on quality, traceability and reduced emissions.

  In the first 5 months of the year, total import and export turnover increased sharply (Thursday, June 11,2026)

In the first 5 months of 2026, total import and export turnover of goods nationwide reached 99.07 billion USD, an increase of 3.2% compared to the previous month and an increase of 25.8% compared to the same period last year.

  Impressive growth in fruit and vegetable exports in the first 5 months of 2026 (Thursday, June 11,2026)

Fruit and vegetable export continued to maintain impressive growth in the first 5 months of 2026 with a turnover of nearly 2.7 billion USD, an increase of 16% compared to the same period.

  Forecast for rice export price recovery amidst supply pressure (Thursday, June 11,2026)

Risk of El Niño increases concerns about global supply shortages, pushing export rice prices to recover and opening up more opportunities for Vietnamese rice.

  Vietnam commodities market on June 11: Gold plunged, coffee and rubber declined, pepper bucked the trend (Thursday, June 11,2026)

Domestic gold prices fell sharply on Thursday morning, extending losses in global markets, while coffee and rubber prices declined under pressure from international exchanges. In contrast, pepper prices edged higher in the domestic market, while rice, durian and live hog markets remained largely stable.