Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Vietnam, updated continuously by our newsroom.
A person holds gold bars in a jewelry shop in Hanoi. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Thanh In a noteworthy turn of events, Vietnam’s gold prices dropped sharply on Saturday, marking their lowest point since June 12 as the global gold market experienced a significant…
In a significant leap forward, Vietravel Airlines welcomed its first Airbus A321, registered as VN-A129, at Noi Bai International Airport on Saturday afternoon. This delivery marks a pivotal moment for the fledgling carrier, which is poised to add two more…
Vietnamese consumers spent an estimated US$16 billion on online purchases via platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop in 2024, placing the country among the top three e-commerce markets in Southeast Asia. The recently unveiled Southeast Asia…
In early April, a 60-year-old woman in Hanoi visited the doctor, troubled by persistent joint pain that refused to ebb even under a regimen of various supplements. The diagnosis was disheartening: joint degeneration, osteoporosis, and herniated discs. Even…
Fruits from certified export orchards in Vietnam now command prices between VND25,000-30,000 per kilogram, a drop from VND35,000-40,000 at the season’s outset. Luc, a seasoned lychee farmer from Bac Giang Province’s Luc Ngan District—the country’s leading…
In a significant move for infrastructure development, the National Assembly of Vietnam has paved the way for private investment in the ambitious North-South high-speed rail project by approving two new development models: public-private partnerships and fully…
Gold prices in Vietnam experienced a modest uptick Thursday morning, influenced by a slight rise in global gold rates amidst a weakening dollar. The Saigon Jewelry Company reported a 0.25% increase in gold bar prices, bringing them to VND119.8 million…
In a proactive move to bolster food safety, Vietnam’s Industry Agency announced plans to conduct thorough inspections at oil production facilities, particularly focusing on smaller establishments that may lack adequate safety certification. This initiative…
In a compelling dialogue at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, held by the World Economic Forum in Tianjin, China, Siemens’ Chief Technology Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Peter Keotre, presented an ambitious invitation to Vietnam’s Prime…
In the Central Highlands provinces of Dak Lak, Gia Lai, and Kon Tum, coffee prices have taken a significant dip, plummeting 30% from the peak of VND135,000 reached in March. This downward trend in coffee prices is not limited to Vietnam; it mirrors a broader…
Vietnam Airlines has announced ticket refunds for all flights affected by the closure of Vinh International Airport in Nghe An Province, which is undergoing a six-month expansion. Vinh Airport Set for Major Upgrades Commencing July 1, Vinh International…
Vietnam’s gold prices dipped on Tuesday afternoon, reflecting a downward trend in global rates as geopolitical tensions eased. Market Shifts: Vietnamese Gold Prices Reflect Global Trends On Tuesday, the price of gold bars at the Saigon Jewelry Company…
Vietravel Airlines is embarking on an ambitious journey to double its charter capital to VND2.6 trillion (approximately US$99 million) in the first half of next year, buoyed by what they describe as “financial support” from SHB Bank. Shareholders Back Bold…
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Oh!Some, a leading lifestyle and retail brand, has recently launched its most extensive flagship store yet in Vietnam. Spanning a grand total of 2000 square meters, the store is conveniently situated at the Vincom Center Dong Khoi in the bustling epicenter of…
A customs department anti-smuggling task force seized 450 fake Rolex watches during an inspection Tuesday at Tra Linh in Cao Bang Province on the Chinese border. In an impressive show of vigilance, customs officials intercepted the counterfeit luxury watches…
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