Viet Nam's economy continued to gain momentum in the first ten months of 2026, with total trade surpassing US$1 trillion for the first time and foreign investment recording strong growth. However, achieving the 10% GDP growth target remains a challenge, as the Government steps up efforts to boost investment and support businesses.
Viet Nam's economy continued to gain momentum in the first ten months of 2026, with total trade surpassing US$1 trillion for the first time and foreign investment recording strong growth. However, achieving the 10% GDP growth target remains a challenge, as the Government steps up efforts to boost investment and support businesses.
Viet Nam and the European Free Trade Association signed a free trade agreement on 18 October, opening a new chapter in economic cooperation. At the Nordic - Vietnam Business Summit in Ho Chi Minh City, business leaders are exploring how these closer ties can translate into trade, investment and long-term partnerships.
National Assembly deputies on 29 October debated the draft Law on Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Development, focusing on how small firms can get loans and state support. Meanwhile, industrial hubs such as Bac Ninh and Dong Nai are looking for their own ways to connect small firms with banks and big investors.
One question drawing attention following the Federal Reserve meeting on 29 October is whether the AI investment boom could weaken the impact of higher interest rates. As AI becomes an increasingly important driver of U.S. economic growth, analysts are questioning how effective further Fed rate hikes would be.
A discount on your next grocery shop, points for a meal, or cashback on a purchase, loyalty rewards are becoming part of everyday shopping in Viet Nam. From supermarkets and restaurants to banks and e-commerce platforms, businesses are using these programmes to encourage customers to return. But beyond attracting members, how can businesses turn those rewards into lasting customer relationships?
A delegation from the European Union and Viet Nam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has visited energy projects in central Viet Nam to explore opportunities for cooperation in the sector. The visit comes as Viet Nam works to reshape its energy system to meet future demand while advancing its climate commitments.