Overall assessment of sector performance Sector earnings began to decelerate from late Q3 as both sales volume and selling prices weakened simultaneously, while surging gas prices continued to pressure profit margins. Domestic Market Conditions : Fertilizer consumption remained subdued as large areas of rice and crop farmland — along with sowing activities across multiple northern and central provinces — suffered extensive damage following recent storms. In October, subdued e

In October 2025, export turnover contracted sharply (-26% YoY and -44% MoM) as both export volume and average export prices weakened simultaneously. The average export price declined by nearly 11% compared with the previous month, in line with global price movements. Export volumes, after flattening in September, fell significantly in October, down -37% MoM and -31% YoY. The decline was broad-based across most markets — including traditionally resilient destinations such as C

On 29 October 2025, the Government issued Decision No. 2404/QĐ-TTg regarding the adjusted National Railway Network Master Plan for the period 2021–2030, with a vision extending to 2050. This adjustment significantly expands the investment scope for both existing and newly planned railway lines. The key changes include: Revising the name, scale, and investment roadmap for the North–South high-speed railway. Adding international connections to China and Cambodia. Introducing ne

On the morning of November 13, during the 10th session of the National Assembly, lawmakers approved the Resolution on the 2026 socio-economic development plan, which sets an ambitious target: GDP growth of at least 10%, and GDP per capita reaching USD 5,400–5,500. Electronic voting results showed that 429 out of 433 participating delegates voted in favor, equivalent to 90.51% of all National Assembly members. The plan emphasizes establishing a new growth model, with science–t

Vietnam’s wood pellet exports are booming — up 30% in volume and 43% in value in 1H/2025. Now the #2 exporter globally , Vietnam is emerging as a key player in Asia’s clean energy supply chain. Vietnam wood pellet market Update – 1H 2025_Vietdata Vietnam wood pellets industry - 1H 2025

After Expanding Administrative Boundaries, HCMC’s Industrial Zones Rise from 17 to 66. Following the administrative boundary expansion, the number of industrial zones in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) has increased from 17 to 66. With abundant land resources and gradually improving regional connectivity infrastructure, this is considered a golden opportunity for the city to attract a new wave of investment. The merger not only enables HCMC to expand its development space but also cr

Vietnam seafood export performance – Q3 2025: Seafood exports maintained positive momentum in Q3, rising +8.6% year-on-year (YoY) in value terms. Growth was recorded across most major markets, except the U.S. and Australia. By product category: 🐠 Pangasius increased slightly +3.3% QoQ 🦐 Whiteleg shrimp surged +22% QoQ 🦑 Squid and octopus rose +18.2% QoQ 🦐 Black tiger shrimp declined -11.2% QoQ and -6.4% YoY after strong Q2 growth 🐠 Tuna continued to fall -10.7% YoY Outlo

Against this backdrop, tilapia is emerging as a new strategic alternative. Frozen tilapia fillets (HS 030461) have become the most consumed whitefish product in the US

According to the latest report by VNDirect released on October 21, Vietnam's IPO market is on the verge of a new growth cycle after years of stagnation since 2018.