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.

VOV.VN - Vietnam recorded a modest 3.27% increase in its consumer price index (CPI) in the first half of 2025, well below the National Assembly’s 4-5% inflation target. However, economists warn that rising global uncertainties may challenge the country’s ability to maintain this momentum through the rest of the year.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s plan to open its market to US goods with a 0% import tariff not only creates opportunities for consumers to access high-quality products at better prices, but also serves as a major test for the competitiveness and adaptability of domestic enterprises under pressure from foreign imports.