VOV.VN - Vietnam continues to lead the region in consumer optimism driven by positive economic outlook and confidence in personal finances, according to the sixth edition of the ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Study (ACSS) by the Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB).

Vietnam’s consumer spending is expected to remain strong in 2026, buoyed by rising household incomes, robust tourism and stable inflation, even as global trade headwinds threaten to slow overall economic growth, according to a new report from BMI, a Fitch Solutions company.

VOV.VN - Despite ongoing economic challenges, Hanoi’s retail and consumer service sectors continue to post strong results, remaining one of Vietnam’s key growth drivers.

Increasing domestic demand for goods, services, and tourism, especially during major national holidays, and a surge in international tourist arrivals in Vietnam have substantially contributed to the trade and service sector's growth in September and the first nine months of this year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.

With its distinctive flavour, unique brewing method, and a culture deeply woven into everyday life, Vietnamese coffee is steadily winning the hearts of French consumers, particularly among the younger generation.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT)’s Vietnam Competition Commission (VCC) held a working session with a delegation from the Thai Senate in Hanoi on September 26 to share insights on competition and consumer protection policies.

Major ASEAN economies have continued to show resilience despite the uncertain macroeconomic environment, with Vietnam standing out as the most optimistic market in the region, according to a survey recently released by Singapore-based United Overseas Bank (UOB).

Vietnamese consumers spend over VND1.233 trillion (US$48 million) on online shopping each day on average, highlighting the strong purchasing power of online channels amid the ongoing shift toward digital consumption, according to the latest report by e-commerce growth consultancy YouNet ECI.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) is estimated to have increased by 3.2 - 3.3% in the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period last year which is considered appropriate amid efforts to accelerate economic growth, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Consumer spending in Vietnam is expected to grow strongly over the next two years, supported by robust economic growth, higher disposable incomes and a solid labour market, according to the latest forecast from BMI, a Fitch Solutions company.