14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM
Log in
Business

Actual FDI in Vietnam up 7.3% to top US$14 billion in Jan-Sep

FDI commitments in the January – September period totaled US$26.16 billion, up 3.1% year-on-year.

Disbursement of FDI projects in Vietnam totaled US$14.22 billion between January and September, representing an increase of 7.3% year-on-year, a report of the Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment has shown.
 
Illustrative photo.
Illustrative photo.
Meanwhile, FDI commitments in the January – September period totaled US$26.16 billion, up 3.1% year-on-year. 

According to the agency, 2,759 new projects have been approved with total commitments of US$10.97 billion in the first nine months, up 26.4% in number of projects and down 22.3% in capital year-on-year, while 1,037 existing projects have been injected an additional US$4.79 billion, up 23.3% in projects and down 13.4% in capital.  

During this period, 6,502 projects have had US$10.4 billion in capital contributed by foreign investors, up 82.3% year-on-year and accounting for 39.8% of total registered capital.

Investors have injected money into 19 fields and sectors, in which manufacturing and processing continued to attract substantial attention with investment capital of US$18.09 billion, or 69.1% of the total registered capital, followed by real estate with US$2.77 billion or 10.6% of the total, and retail and wholesale with nearly US$1.4 billion, accounting for 5.4% of the total.   

The data shows that out of 109 countries and territories investing in Vietnam in the nine-month period, Hong Kong (China) took the lead with US$5.89 billion. South Korea came second with US$4.62 billion while the third and fourth places belonged to Singapore and Japan with US$3.77 billion and US$3.06 billion, respectively. 

Among 59 cities and provinces having received direct foreign investment (FDI) in the first nine months this year, Hanoi has attracted the largest portion of capital commitments with over US$6.15 billion, accounting for 23.5% of total investment in the period.

Ho Chi Minh City came second with US$4.52 billion or 17.3% of the total investment, followed by Binh Duong with over US$2.52 billion, accounting for 9.6% of total investment.

Some of the big-ticket projects in the January – September period include US$3.85 billion in capital contribution from Hong Kong-based Beerco Limited to Vietnam Beverage for a beer project in Hanoi; an injection of an additional of US$410 million to LG Display Hai Phong; the US$260-million electronic manufacturing plant by Goertek (Hong Kong) located in Bac Ninh province; tire manufacturing plant worth US$280 million from a Chinese investor in Tay Ninh province and a similar project worth US$214.4 million financed by Guizhou Advance Type Investment (China) in Tien Giang province; and a solar power project worth US$216.7 million from Thailand’s investors in Phu Yen province. 
Reactions:
Share:
Trending
Most Viewed
Vietnam commits 3% budget to turbocharge AI and data economy

Vietnam commits 3% budget to turbocharge AI and data economy

At least 3% of state budget spending will fund digital transformation, accelerating Vietnam’s shift toward a data-driven and AI-powered economy.

From labor-intensive to high-tech: Hanoi retrains for global edge

From labor-intensive to high-tech: Hanoi retrains for global edge

Raising the skill standards of high-tech workers is emerging as a decisive factor in strengthening Hanoi’s competitiveness as the capital accelerates its shift toward a knowledge-based industrial economy.

Hanoi craft villages resume production early, aiming for growth in 2026

Hanoi craft villages resume production early, aiming for growth in 2026

After the Lunar New Year break, Hanoi’s traditional craft villages have quickly resumed production, fulfilled orders and prepared for new markets while blending heritage craftsmanship with modern technology to strengthen competitiveness and sustain growth in 2026.

Vietnam stock market poised for post-Tet gains

Vietnam stock market poised for post-Tet gains

The post-Tet period often presents attractive opportunities for investors in the following months.

Spring Fair draws 500,000 visits, elevates Vietnamese brands nationwide

Spring Fair draws 500,000 visits, elevates Vietnamese brands nationwide

Drawing large crowds and strong commercial momentum, the 2026 Spring Fair turned Hanoi into a vibrant showcase of Vietnamese products, culture and innovation, where shopping met heritage experiences and businesses forged valuable partnerships.

Firms seek clearer policy framework for new tech, digital platforms

Firms seek clearer policy framework for new tech, digital platforms

Hanoi’s tech firms are calling for clearer demand mechanisms and transparent evaluation as the city pilots its Technology Exchange and Digital Transformation Market to boost commercialization, innovation and digital growth.

Vietnam Airlines to open first nonstop Hanoi-Amsterdam route to enhance Europe ties

Vietnam Airlines to open first nonstop Hanoi-Amsterdam route to enhance Europe ties

The move aims to open a new gateway to Europe and advance the national flag carrier’s strategy to expand its European network.

Vietnamese goods reach rural areas through Tet fairs

Vietnamese goods reach rural areas through Tet fairs

Hanoi is intensifying communication and outreach for the “Vietnamese people prioritize using Vietnamese goods” campaign to boost consumption ahead of Tet, the country’s most important holiday.