As the week concluded, the price of gold in Vietnam exhibited an upward trend on Saturday morning, even though the precious metal ended the week with a 2% drop in value. The price of gold bars from Saigon Jewelry Company increased by 0.48%, reaching a new…
On Thursday afternoon, gasoline prices in Vietnam plunged to their lowest levels since March 5, marking the fifth consecutive session of declines. The most commonly used fuel, RON95, dipped 0.69% to VND22,880 (US$0.87) per liter. Fuel Price Drops Biofuel E5…
A recent agreement has paved the way for Vietnamese pomelos and lemons to be exported to China. This phytosanitary requirements protocol was formalized between Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and the General Administration of Customs of…
On Thursday, diesel prices in Vietnam experienced a significant drop of 5.8%, reaching VND31,040 (US$1.18) per liter. This is the lowest price point for diesel since March 20. Conversely, gasoline prices saw a minor increase. The most commonly used fuel,…
Vietjet is giving international travellers more reasons to visit Vietnam this season, with a limited-time promotion offering 20kg of free checked baggage on eligible direct international flights between Vietnam and selected overseas destinations. Available…
Vietjet will launch a new direct service between Nha Trang and Singapore from 1 June 2026, further expanding air connectivity between Singapore and Vietnam’s popular coastal destinations. The service marks Vietjet’s fifth direct route between the two…
The initial two months of 2026 witnessed a 14% annual increase in Vietnam’s dragon fruit exports, amounting to US$108.5 million. This surge was primarily driven by a significant hike in deliveries to Thailand and the Middle East. Vietnam’s Dragon Fruit Export…
On Wednesday, there was an uptick in Vietnam’s gold prices as global bullion rates experienced a slight decrease. The gold bar price from Saigon Jewelry Company witnessed an increase of 0.87%, reaching VND174.5 million (US$6,626.79) per tael. This valuation…
New Zealand’s ruby-red kiwifruit has made its debut in Vietnam through formal imports, attracting high demand despite its price tag of approximately VND350,000 (US$13.29) per kilogram, which is 20% higher than the cost of gold kiwifruit. Retailers have been…
In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam saw a nearly 8% increase in seafood exports, amounting to a substantial US$2.64 billion. A primary factor fueling this growth was robust demand from China. China’s Role in Vietnam’s Seafood Industry During this period,…
Despite a decline in profits, the average earnings of employees at HSBC Vietnam increased by 6.6% to VND925 million (US $35,100) in the previous year. This expenditure on salaries and bonuses for its 1400-strong workforce amounted to around VND1.3 trillion,…
The National Assembly (NA) of Vietnam has sanctioned the reduction of all fuel-related taxes to zero until June 30, in a move to mitigate price pressures, stabilize markets, and bolster economic resurgence in the face of global energy instability. This means…
The Market Surveillance Department has issued fines totaling VND215 million (US$8,163.74) to seven retail stores in Da Nang, Vietnam for selling fake merchandise from brands such as Gucci and Nike. The shops, located in popular tourist areas Son Tra and Hoi…
On Friday, the United States dollar showed an increase against the Vietnamese dong, even though it was headed for a weekly depreciation against other major currencies. Vietcombank reported a slight increase of 0.01% in its selling rate of the US dollar, which…
Burger King, the renowned American fast food titan, has shuttered all its outlets in Hanoi, marking the end of over a decade-long presence in the city and simultaneously narrowing its footprint in Ho Chi Minh City. Shutting Down Operations Imex Pan Pacific…
On Wednesday afternoon, a decrease in gasoline prices was observed in Vietnam, a result of the global markets stabilizing after a ceasefire agreement was reached in the Middle East. The well-known fuel variant, RON95, witnessed a drop of 1.63%, bringing the…