Inflationary pressure eases with steady decline in CPI growth
06:00 | 31/08/2020 Economy
(VEN) - Following relatively sharp increases in the first half of 2020, inflationary pressure appears to be easing with a decline in the consumer price index (CPI), prompting optimistic forecasts about curbing CPI growth below the targeted four percent.
Vietnam’s economy maintains positive outlook
06:02 | 30/08/2020 Economy
(VEN) - The Covid-19 outbreak in late July in the central coastal city of Da Nang and response measures could affect Vietnam’s economic recovery. However, its outlook remains bright and optimistic.
Garment-textile sector urged to shift focus to domestic market
06:08 | 29/08/2020 Industry
(VEN) - Severely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, textile and garment exports in 2020 are likely to decrease 30-40 percent compared to last year. Manufacturers in this sector are being advised to shift some development to the domestic market and increase product diversification if they are to maintain growth and create jobs.
Vietnamese growers reap the fruit of their labors
06:05 | 28/08/2020 Trade
(VEN) - In the first half of 2020, while vegetable and fruit exports to China decreased sharply, those to other markets increased. Growers and traders are being advised to improve product processing and importers’ satisfaction in order to expand markets in the post-corona period.
Taking advantage of integration to rev up local auto industry
06:05 | 27/08/2020 Economy
(VEN) - Dr. Vo Tri Thanh, Director of the Institute for Brand and Competitiveness Strategy, spoke with Vietnam Economic News’ Nguyen Mai about the development orientation of the country’s automobile industry, urging deeper participation in the global supply chain and promotion of stable, long-term market growth.
EVN spotlights performance during epidemic, natural disasters
06:07 | 26/08/2020 Industry
(VEN) - Energized by the group’s positive results in the first six months of 2020, Vietnam Electricity (EVN) is moving ahead with plans to increase power supply in response to growing needs.
Rice industry ups production to take advantage of export opportunities
06:00 | 25/08/2020 Trade
(VEN) - Rice was among the few produce exports to maintain growth in the first seven months of this year and they are expected to further increase due to foreign markets’ growing demand.
Vinaseed's rice products conquer international markets
08:03 | 24/08/2020 Trade
(VEN) - By getting the official certification of food safety management systems (FSSC22000), rice products of Vinaseed - a member of The PAN Group have had a "golden card" to enter the European markets and integrate into the global supply chain. More importantly, they are Vinaseed own branded products, which have much higher value than normal rice exports.
Experts urge caution on M&A exploiting low share prices
06:00 | 24/08/2020 Economy
(VEN) - Capital contributions and share purchases by foreign investors have helped Vietnamese businesses gain access to new ecosystems and ensure undisrupted supplies. However, given the current volatility of the stock market and uncertainty of the economy induced by Covid-19, experts are cautioning against so-called “vultures” seeking to buy Vietnamese shares and/or companies at rock-bottom prices.
Vietnam’s pork price paradox
06:00 | 22/08/2020 Trade
(VEN) - In a bid to bring down the high price of pork, an important staple in the Vietnamese diet and a persistent source of inflationary pressure, the government is allowing live pig imports from Thailand. However, for now, the meat imports have not made a dent in prices, which continue to register record highs.
