USD/VND rate expected to remain stable until year-end
In addition to a weakening US dollar, the ample supply of dollars thanks to Vietnam’s record trade surplus is a major factor that could keep a stable USD/VND exchange rate.
In addition to a weakening US dollar, the ample supply of dollars thanks to Vietnam’s record trade surplus is a major factor that could keep a stable USD/VND exchange rate.
Vietnam central bank is ready to intervene in the foreign exchange market in case of necessity.
With nearly US$83 billion of foreign exchange reserves, the State Bank of Vietnam has more than enough reserves to comfortably meet redemptions.
Vietnam's continued trade surplus helps strengthen its forex position.
It is projected that FDI and remittance inflows to Vietnam would also weaken this year due to the global economic slowdown, providing less support to VND.