Vietnam’s macroeconomic performance continued its strong rebound in May 2025, according to a recent report by SSI Research. With economic activity accelerating over the past two months, second-quarter GDP growth is projected to reach approximately 7.5% year-on-year and could climb even higher if June’s data shows an unexpected surge. Investment leads the way Investment was the standout performer in May. Registered foreign direct investment (FDI) jumped by 117.4% year-on-year, while public investment disbursement rose sharply, bringing the year-to-date increase to 38.8%. These figures underscore two key trends: Investor confidence in Vietnam remains resilient despite a challenging global environment marked by trade tensions and protectionist measures. The Government remains firmly committed to fully disbursing its 2025 public investment budget. Among all economic sectors, manufacturing continued to be the engine of growth, expanding by 10.8% in the first five months of the year. In late May, Vietnam posted a notable trade surplus, with exports to the United States rising by 36%. This sharp increase reflects the agility of Vietnamese exporters in capitalizing on a temporary suspension of U.S. reciprocal tariffs. On the demand side, domestic consumption maintained double-digit growth, with service-related consumption outpacing goods. Inflation remained under control, with the consumer price […]
Vietnam’s macroeconomic performance continued its strong rebound in May 2025, according to a recent report by SSI Research. With economic activity accelerating over the past two months, second-quarter GDP growth is projected to reach approximately 7.5% year-on-year and could climb even higher if June’s data shows an unexpected surge. Investment leads the way Investment was the standout performer in May. Registered foreign direct investment (FDI) jumped by 117.4% year-on-year, while public investment disbursement rose sharply, bringing the year-to-date increase to 38.8%. These figures underscore two key trends: Investor confidence in Vietnam remains resilient despite a challenging global environment marked by trade tensions and protectionist measures. The Government remains firmly committed to fully disbursing its 2025 public investment budget. Among all economic sectors, manufacturing continued to be the engine of growth, expanding by 10.8% in the first five months of the year. In late May, Vietnam posted a notable trade surplus, with exports to the United States rising by 36%. This sharp increase reflects the agility of Vietnamese exporters in capitalizing on a temporary suspension of U.S. reciprocal tariffs. On the demand side, domestic consumption maintained double-digit growth, with service-related consumption outpacing goods. Inflation remained under control, with the consumer price […]
Vietnam’s macroeconomic performance continued its strong rebound in May 2025, according to a recent report by SSI Research. With economic activity accelerating over the past two months, second-quarter GDP growth is projected to reach approximately 7.5% year-on-year and could climb even higher if June’s data shows an unexpected surge. Investment leads the way Investment was the standout performer in May. Registered foreign direct investment (FDI) jumped by 117.4% year-on-year, while public investment disbursement rose sharply, bringing the year-to-date increase to 38.8%. These figures underscore two key trends: Investor confidence in Vietnam remains resilient despite a challenging global environment marked by trade tensions and protectionist measures. The Government remains firmly committed to fully disbursing its 2025 public investment budget. Among all economic sectors, manufacturing continued to be the engine of growth, expanding by 10.8% in the first five months of the year. In late May, Vietnam posted a notable trade surplus, with exports to the United States rising by 36%. This sharp increase reflects the agility of Vietnamese exporters in capitalizing on a temporary suspension of U.S. reciprocal tariffs. On the demand side, domestic consumption maintained double-digit growth, with service-related consumption outpacing goods. Inflation remained under control, with the consumer price […]
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