Diversified funding required
The ADB has raised its 2026 and 2027 growth forecasts but cautioned that Vietnam must ease its dependence on bank credit and investment.
UOB raises Vietnam’s 2026 GDP growth forecast to 9.2%
The positive forecast was based on the economy's recent postive performance.
Regular September Government meeting held
At the meeting on October 3, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung calls for highest determination to push Q4 GDP growth above 12.5% in order to achieve double-digit growth target.
Vietnam’s GDP grows 9.01% in first nine months of 2026
The result bringing the economy closer to its full-year target of double-digit growth.
Facilitating widespread economic growth
The digital transformation of the public sector extends beyond mere processes to innovating national governance, enhancing management, and lowering compliance costs, among other aims.
Economic structure shortfall addressed
A look at production-side GDP against expenditure-side GDP over the last 40 years offers a wider view of Vietnam’s evolving economic structure and shifting performance.
For greater impact of public investment on GDP growth
Public investment must be accelerated and efficiency improved if it is to contribute to Vietnam posting double-digit GDP growth in 2026.
Turning policy into results
The measures needed for Vietnam to post double-digit growth this year and beyond must be executed in a manner that provides a platform for even longer-term development.
Approach required for double-digit growth
While falling short of expectations, GDP growth in the first half provided direction on the approach required to reach double-digit growth for the year as a whole.
Drivers behind Vietnam’s first-half economic achievements
Ms. Nguyen Thi Huong, Director General of the National Statistics Office at the Ministry of Finance, tells Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy about the drivers behind Vietnam’s robust first-half economic performance, the challenges that could weigh on growth in the second half, and the policy priorities needed to achieve the country’s ambitious 2026 GDP target.
UOB raises Vietnam's 2026 GDP Growth forecast to 8.5%
The country's first-half GDP growth reaching 8.18%.
Vietnam's GDP grows 8.18% in first half of 2026
Industry and construction remained a key growth driver, benefiting from a rebound in export orders and the spillover effects of major public investment projects.
In need of a more streamlined regulatory framework for investment
Swedish enterprises remain committed to Vietnam and confident in its future but wish to see longstanding regulatory frustrations addressed.
AI-powered transportation improvement
AI is certain to improve transportation and associated fields greatly if all prerequisites are met.
UOB maintains Vietnam’s 2026 GDP growth forecast at 7%
Vietnam is expected to sustain solid growth momentum this year even as it faces challenges including geopolitical tensions, elevated oil prices and rising inflationary pressures.
Policy trade-offs resulting from Middle East conflicts
Inflation and GDP growth count among the indicators certain to be affected by events in the Middle East and resulting policy trade-offs.
Vietnam targets annual GDP growth of 10% in 2026-2030
The target is part of a resolution on socio-economic development plan adopted by the National Assembly on April 24.
WB forecasts Vietnam's 2026 GDP growth at 6.3%
This is the highest rates in the East Asia and Pacific region, according to the WB's East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Economic Update.
ADB forecasts Vietnam's GDP growth at 7.2% for 2026
Vietnam’s growth this year continues to be affected by global uncertainties, according to ADB experts.
PM outlines key tasks to enhance macroeconomic management
Vietnam recording encouraging economic results in 2025 with GDP growth reaching 8.02%.