HCMC January CPI grows slightly

The Ministry of Industry and Trade announced that it had proposed measures to enhance consumer protection in online shopping environments.

Following a sustained period of high growth, the rate of increase in Hanoi apartment prices has moderated, indicating a potential shift towards stabilization in the market.

This morning, the domestic pepper market experienced an unexpected downturn, with traders' purchase prices decreasing by approximately VND10,000 compared to the beginning of April 2025.

Right after the U.S. imposes countervailing tariffs of up to 46 percent on Vietnamese exports, authorities in the Mekong Delta have worked urgently to stabilize the situation and avoid a disruption in the shrimp production chain.

More than 400 Vietnamese seafood exporters are at serious risk of heavy losses if the US maintains a 46-percent tariff, with a single US$500,000 shipment potentially facing duties as high as $230,000.

Many experts voiced their opinions that the Government should control livestream advertising of goods.

While global markets showed signs of recovery, Vietnam’s stock market extended its sharp decline following a three-day holiday.

Global coffee prices recorded their sharpest single-day drop of 2025 as of early April 8.

According to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, businesses gain a competitive edge in the market by registering for intellectual property protection.

The Ho Chi Minh City Business Association has just released its report in the first quarter of 2025.

Minister of Agriculture and Environment Do Duc Duy chaired a meeting with relevant authorities and several businesses and export associations focused on key agricultural exports to the US on the afternoon of April 7, in Hanoi.

According to experts, to minimise exchange rate risks, the SBV should manage the rate flexibly, but not fix or anchor it because Vietnam's economy is deeply integrating towards becoming a market economy, which requires flexibility.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced plans to revise Decree 31/2018/ND-CP, which provides detailed regulations for the Law on Foreign Trade Management regarding the origin of goods.

The Hai Phong City People's Committee in coordination with Hateco Group held the inauguration ceremony for Hateco Hai Phong International Container Terminal (HHIT) at Lach Huyen Port on April 5.

A team of inspectors from multiple responsible agencies has concluded its inspection of 44 rice export traders operating in the Mekong Delta region, said the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

While AmCham acknowledges the need to address the growing trade deficit between the two nations, it strongly urges the US administration to consider implementing a grace period.

To mitigate the impact of export constraints, retail expansion is being prioritized to stimulate domestic consumption.

Enterprises in HCMC are proactively exploring new markets beyond the traditional US market while diversifying their product offerings tailored to various customer segments across different countries.

Vietnam, with a population exceeding 100 million, has fewer than 1 million registered businesses. Hence, the country is strategically building a large, strong business community as a national priority.

A seminar, entitled "Positioning Vietnamese Rice in the New Era" was held in Can Tho City, organized by the Vietnam Food Association (VFA) on April 4.