The Million-Dollar Pho: Deputy Prime Minister Calls for Transparent Pricing
Emphasizing the importance of "displaying prices and selling at those displayed prices," Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc cited the story of a bowl of pho costing up to VND 1 million and cases of business licenses being revoked due to violations in selling goods.
The Art of Inflation: Unveiling January 2025’s CPI and Core Inflation Dance
Some localities adjusted healthcare service prices according to Circular No. 21/2024/TT-BYT, and there were increases in transportation and food prices due to higher travel and shopping demands during the Tet holiday. These were the main drivers of the 0.98% month-over-month rise in the consumer price index (CPI) for January 2025. Compared to January 2024, the CPI rose by 3.63%, while the core inflation rate for January 2025 increased by 3.07%.
Unleashing Public Investment to Spur 2025 Growth
Public investment is seen as the spearhead to boost growth this year, supporting a scenario of declining international trade and affected domestic consumption.
The Retail Sales and Consumer Service Revenue in the First Month Increase by 9.5%...
According to the General Statistics Office, the surge in domestic consumption during the Lunar New Year holiday, coupled with a robust recovery in tourism, significantly contributed to the growth of the trade and service sector. The total retail sales of goods and revenue of consumer services in January 2025 are estimated to have increased by 9.5% compared to the same period last year.
The Extraordinary 9th Congress: Discussing Key Personnel Matters
The Parliamentary Standing Committee provided feedback on a range of issues pertaining to streamlining and organizational restructuring, as well as personnel matters, ahead of the upcoming extraordinary National Assembly session, which is scheduled to take place from February 12th to 18th.
“Vietnam Achieves a Trade Surplus of Over $3 Billion in January 2025”
According to data from the General Statistics Office, in January, the total import and export turnover of goods reached 63.15 billion USD, down 10.5% compared to the previous month and down 3.5% over the same period last year. Exports decreased by 4.3%, while imports decreased by 2.6%. The trade balance of goods saw a surplus of 3.03 billion USD.
The Global Trade War: Preparing for the Inevitable in 2023
Note that in the event of a global trade war, supply chains will be disrupted and export markets will shrink. The Prime Minister calls for proactive solutions to ensure a swift, timely, and well-prepared response to seize the opportunity.
The Ultimate Ship Building Race: Vietnam’s Emergency Directive to Success.
"It's incredible to think that this vessel went from keel laying to launch in just 12 short months. This is an unprecedented turnaround time for a ship of this caliber" - Colonel Hai marveled.
All Set to Soar!
At the dawn of a new Spring, Tien Phong reporters had the honor of discussing with leading experts and National Assembly delegates regarding the strategic orientations of General Secretary To Lam. The focus of these conversations revolved around a new era - an era of Vietnam's great leap forward as a nation.
The Rush to Ride: Thousands Queue for Hours to Board the Metro in Ho...
On January 31st, an unexpected surge of passengers flocked to the first metro station (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien), resulting in severe overcrowding. Thousands of visitors formed lengthy queues to purchase tickets, patiently waiting for 45 to 60 minutes with no chance to board the trains.
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The 2025 Land Price List Surges: A Warning to Investors Amidst the Euphoria
After lying dormant for almost 3 years, the land market in provinces neighboring Ho Chi Minh City, such as Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Binh Thuan, and Lam Dong, is showing positive signs of recovery. However, experts predict that the market is unlikely to experience a significant surge in 2025.
The Post-Lunar New Year Property Price Puzzle
Despite positive shifts in the post-Tet real estate market, with increased property searches and a rise in listings for sale and rent, stagnant prices persist. To stimulate improved liquidity, the market requires additional strategic interventions and catalysts.
The Vibrant Commercial Street of STC Long Thà nh – Thriving Next to Long Thà nh...
The Eastern region of Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing a significant wave of investment, attributed to its remarkable infrastructure development. STC Long Thanh, a prominent existing real estate, is just 2.5 km from the upcoming Long Thanh airport, offering a unique opportunity for investors. With its ready-to-possess pink book and strategic location, it is an ideal choice for those seeking to diversify their portfolios and capitalize on the anticipated infrastructure "boom" in the 2026-2027 phase.
