🇻🇳 Vietnam Economic Highlights of the Week (November 10–30, 2025)

Here is a curated summary of Vietnam’s economic developments in the second half of November 2025 (Nov 10–30), based on multiple reliable sources. We highlight 10 key updates across economic indicators, investment activity, corporate developments, infrastructure, and industrial trends — valuable for SMEs and investors from Japan and overseas.

Vietnam Economic News – 10 Key Highlights

1. Manufacturing PMI stands at 53.8, continuing its expansion trend

   Vietnam’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) reached 53.8 in November 2025, slightly lower than October’s 54.5 but still well above the 50-point expansion threshold, signaling a steady recovery.

   
   

2. Natural disasters cause severe impact — 409 deaths/missing, economic loss approx. JPY 506 billion

   From January to November 2025, natural disasters resulted in 409 deaths/missing persons, with estimated economic losses reaching VND 85 trillion (approx. JPY 506 billion). Concerns are rising over damage to infrastructure and supply chains.

   
   

3. Rental yield hits record low in Ho Chi Minh City

   Residential rental returns in major cities — especially Ho Chi Minh City — have declined to historic lows, suggesting oversupply and persistent high property prices.

   
   

4. Tax regime to change for sole proprietors earning under VND 3 billion annually

   Tax authorities announced new taxation frameworks that will also apply to sole proprietors earning below VND 3 billion (approx. JPY 18 million), drawing attention from micro and small business operators.

   
   

5. Japanese company signs tourism human-resource training agreement with Ha Long University

   Japan's Nachikatsuura Tourism Organization signed a partnership agreement with Ha Long University in Quang Ninh Province to develop tourism professionals, supporting quality enhancement of the sector.

   
   

6. Global manufacturers consider new factory sites in Central Vietnam

   Reports indicate several major global manufacturers are evaluating Vietnam’s central coastal region as a new production base, potentially accelerating investment in industrial parks in the region.

   
   

7. Vietnamese airlines expand international route networks

   Major carriers are launching new routes and increasing frequencies to destinations across Asia, Europe, and North America — aiming not only to attract tourists but also to capture business travel demand.

   
   

8. Offshore IT development demand from Japan continues to grow

   Due to yen depreciation and rising labor costs in Japan, demand for system development and BPO services outsourced to Vietnamese IT firms is increasing significantly.

   
   

9. Foreign investment surges in renewable energy projects

Large-scale solar and wind power projects continue to attract foreign direct investment (FDI), particularly from Europe and other Asian markets.

10. Acecook Vietnam recognized for 10 consecutive years as a top workplace

Acecook Vietnam, one of the leading Japanese food processing companies, has been selected for the “Best Places to Work” ranking for the 10th year in a row — reflecting strong employment stability and workplace quality.

These updates are compiled from major news agencies and official sources reporting on Vietnam’s economy and social trends. While PMI growth signals continued economic resilience, disaster impact and real estate fluctuations present notable risks to the business environment. FDI remains active not only in manufacturing but also in renewable energy, suggesting ongoing diversification in Vietnam’s economic landscape.

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Sources:

• VIETJO

• OBDA

• Vietnam Groove

• Vietnam.vn

• Other Vietnamese news sites

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Edited & Summarized by:

KBC-LINK Editorial Team (presented with our unique perspective and local insights)