Business

Labour exporters struggle to recruit workers for Japan

Despite continued demand from overseas partners, many Vietnamese labour-export companies are struggling to recruit workers as domestic employment opportunities become more attractive.

Vietjet to launch Danang flights to Osaka, Jakarta in December

More than 20 banks roll out lending rate cuts in Vietnam

HCM City seeks to revise social housing delivery targets

The municipal Department of Construction has submitted a proposal to the city's People's Committee chairman to adjust annual social housing completion targets.

Vietnam attracts nearly USD 55 billion in FDI, highest in 17 years

Foreign investment commitments to Vietnam reached USD 54.85 billion in the first 10 months of 2026, up 74 per cent year-on-year and the highest level since 2009.

Vietnam cuts fuel prices sharply for second consecutive session

Vietnam cut retail fuel prices sharply on November 3, extending declines for a second consecutive adjustment after a single increase.

Nearly 43,000 apartments set to enter HCM City market

Nearly 43,000 new apartments are expected to enter the expanded HCM City market by the end of 2027, with most located in outlying areas.

Vietnam spends more than USD 10 billion on imported cars and parts

Vietnam spent USD 10.13 billion importing completely built-up cars and automotive components in the first nine months of the year, up 34.5 per cent from the same period last year.

HCM City seeks to channel billions into innovation ecosystem

Ho Chi Minh City’s international financial centre aims for first trades in November, but must remove bottlenecks to unlock billion-dollar capital for innovation.

HCM City apartment prices fall by billions of dong

Apartment prices in HCM City have dropped by billions of dong in some cases, particularly on the secondary market, creating opportunities for buyers with cash.

Vietnam-EU trade and economic cooperation forum set for November 4

The 2026 Vietnam-EU Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum will take place in Hanoi on November 4 to promote bilateral trade, investment and business ties.

HCM City factory employing more than 1,600 workers to close

ECCO Vietnam Co., Ltd. has decided to dissolve its business and halt production at its factory in Bau Bang Commune, HCM City, from 2 pm on November 2, affecting more than 1,600 workers.

Lam Dong accelerates construction of Phan Thiet airport

Lam Dong Province has ordered faster construction of Phan Thiet Airport's civilian facilities, including its passenger terminal and control tower, ahead of a planned 2027 opening.

Bac Ninh seeks investors for USD 1.1 billion urban project

Bac Ninh City is seeking investors for a new 102-hectare urban development worth approximately USD 1.1 billion, planned to accommodate nearly 30,000 residents.

Gia Lai approves VND 250 billion inland port project

(Dan Tri) - The WCF World Cat Show 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City gathered 152 cats from many countries, including rare felines worth up to billions of dong.

Hanoi unveils social housing aparments priced from USD 34,000

Two social housing projects in Hanoi's Thach That area will begin accepting applications in December, offering flats priced from around VND 880 million (USD 34,000).

Vietnam's 2 per cent electricity price cut expected to ease inflation

Vietnam's 2 per cent reduction in average electricity prices from November 1 is expected to lower the consumer price index (CPI) by about 0.08 percentage points, according to state utility EVN.

Vietnam rice export prices jump USD 30 to near two-year high

Vietnam's 5 per cent broken rice rose by USD 30 per tonne in a week to USD 470-480, its highest level in nearly two years, lifting domestic paddy prices.

Vietnam's 27 listed banks post VND 311 trillion in pretax profit

Vietnam's 27 listed banks reported combined pre-tax profit of VND 311.079 trillion (approximately USD 11.8 billion) in the first nine months of the year, up from the same period last year.