Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.2% in October from the previous month, mainly driven by higher domestic fuel prices in line with global trends, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.

Higher fuel prices are driving up production, transportation and commodity costs in Vietnam, adding to inflationary pressures.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s consumer prices rose 0.47% in August from the previous month, driven mainly by higher domestic fuel prices, bringing the average consumer price index (CPI) increase in the first eight months of 2026 to 4.45%, with core inflation at 4.24%.

VOV.VN - Vietnam's aviation market recorded robust growth in both passenger and cargo transport during the first half of 2026 despite external challenges, particularly volatile Jet A1 fuel prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East.

The Government has ordered ministries, agencies and local authorities to sharpen forecasting capabilities and build response scenarios to keep inflation contained.

Vietnamese airlines are expected to continue cautiously adjusting their summer flight schedules as high fuel prices persist, prompting carriers to focus on cost optimisation and operational safety.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam aims for double-digit GDP growth in 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is rolling out a series of coordinated measures to ensure stable production, boost exports, and increase local content in key industries.

Despite mounting global headwinds, particularly escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, Vietnam’s exports remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, reaching nearly US$100 billion, up more than 17% year-on-year.

VOV.VN - Several domestic air routes will be suspended or see reduced frequencies from April 1, 2026 as rising jet fuel prices and tight supply force Vietnamese airlines to restructure their networks to maintain operational efficiency.

Vietnam’s aviation sector is facing mounting cost pressures as it prepares for the long Reunification Day (April 30)–May Day (May 1) holiday and the summer travel peak, with surging fuel prices posing a critical challenge to fare management and operational sustainability.