Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate sector attracted 984.4 million USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) during January-November, triple the figure from the same time in 2016.
HCM City (VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City’s real estate sector attracted984.4 million USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) during January-November,triple the figure from the same time in 2016.
The surge in FDI capital was led by large projects, including Mizuki Parkresidential area in Binh Chanh district with total investment of 351 millionUSD with Japanese partners Nish Nippon and Hankyu. Japanese investors also put100 million USD into another real estate project in the city whileSingapore-based Keppel Corporation is spending more on property projects inDistrict 2 and District 7.
Another housing project with initial investment of 290 million USD is beingdeveloped by Japanese Mitsubishi Group in collaboration with Bitexco group. Ajoint venture valued at 1 billion USD between Kajima Corporation, also fromJapan, and Indochina Capital is slated for investment in the city in the next10 years.
According to CBRE Vietnam’s Managing Director Marc Townsend, foreign investorsare increasingly interested in property in Ho Chi Minh City.
They are hunting investment opportunities in housing projects withwell-developed transport infrastructure or those which have been put intooperation as they can bring back stable income, he stated.
Rapid urbanisation, a stable economy, deep integration, a growing middle-classpopulation and a transparent business market have made Ho Chi Minh City attractiveto foreigners, CBRE said.
Foreign investors can easily access property market information, legalframeworks and procedures for project licensing.
Ho Chi Minh City was ranked third in a survey of 50 cities worldwide forproperty rental growth. The survey, conducted by real estate firm Savills, alsoplaced the southern hub fifth in terms of investment prospects, and second fordevelopment prospects.-VNA
Foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into Vietnam’s real estate sector hit 345.5 million USD in February, accounting for 10.1 percent in total FDI poured into the country, increasing by 12 times year-on-year.
The high-end property segment in Ho Chi Minh City is experiencing a lull, with supply exceeding demand whilst cheap apartments and land lots priced around 1 billion VND (44,000 USD) are in high demand, mostly from graduates and newlyweds.
Real estate inventories nationwide saw a reduction of over 16 percent as of November 20, from the same time last year, to an estimated value of over 26 trillion VND (1.14 billion USD).
After financial technology (fintech), which changed the way the financial sector worked, now, property technology (proptech) is expected to effect a change in the real estate industry.
While German consumers are familiar with Vietnamese products such as coffee, seafood, tea, and spices, many other quality items remain relatively unknown in the market. The Selgros event not only helped introduce Bac Giang lychee to German consumers but also provided them with the opportunity to experience other Vietnamese agricultural products.
The article by Cuba’s Inter Press Service detailed how Vietnamese private enterprise Agri VMA leased 1,000 ha of land in Los Palacios district, Cuba’s westernmost province of Pinar del Río, for rice cultivation over a three-year period. The project’s first harvest in 2025 recorded an impressive yield of 7.2 tonnes per hectare, far exceeding the local average of 1.6 tonnes.
During the visit, office representatives held a working session with the Tipaza Chamber of Commerce and Industry and met with several prominent local businesses operating in key sectors including industry, agriculture, fisheries, food processing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and plastics.
A Nordic delegation to Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 in September will feature leading names in retail, consumer goods, logistics, and sustainable manufacturing, including global fashion giant H&M, offering fresh prospects for partnerships in fashion, textiles, and green supply chains.
With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,276 VND/USD and the floor rate 23,774 VND/USD.
Effective from the date of signing on June 18, the decision halts procedures outlined in the 2005 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the governments of Vietnam and Laos on the initial implementation of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Cross-Border Transport Facilitation Agreement at the Lao Bao–Densavan border gate.
The event aimed to update businesses on new regulations and compliance requirements regarding US tax, trade, and customs policies, while offering practical solutions to facilitate exports amid shifting trade dynamics.
The festival marks a significant milestone in promoting the brand, value, and legacy of traditional fish sauce - a product deeply rooted in the island’s identity and history spanning over 200 years.
According to Mastercard data, Vietnam has recorded a remarkable 92% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in contactless transaction volume from Q4 2022 to Q4 2024.
Tuan expressed his confidence that LH, with its expertise and experience, would swiftly implement the urban area project, contributing to a modern urban landscape for the province.
With its strategic location, abundant workforce, and modern infrastructure, Vietnam holds significant potential to become a leading centre for power and electronics production in the region and the world.
The renewable energy workforce training and development centre, invested by Germany's GEO Group, is expected to be a cornerstone in shaping Binh Dinh as a renewable energy and innovation hub in central Vietnam, meeting the growing demand for skilled technical personnel in offshore wind, solar farms, and green hydrogen projects.
A notable trend is the shift toward satellite regions. With land scarcity and soaring prices in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, investors are eyeing provinces like Hung Yen, Bac Ninh, and Hai Phong, which are benefiting from improved technical infrastructure and transport connectivity.
To further strengthen private-sector innovation, Bac Ninh plans to accelerate administrative reforms, build a digital, service-oriented government, and develop an integrated innovation ecosystem that connects businesses with domestic and international institutions, universities, and experts.
The participation of H&M, one of the world's largest fashion corporations, in Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City in early September is considered a special highlight, opening up many cooperation opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in the fashion, textiles and sustainable supply chains.
This latest order builds on a previous agreement signed at the Singapore Airshow last year for 40 engines, bringing the total number of Trent 7000 engines ordered by the airline to 80.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien acknowledged that despite concerted efforts by ministries and local authorities in combating fake and substandard goods, the situation remains highly complicated, attributing the persistent challenges to high profits luring numerous participants, increasingly sophisticated violations, limited resources within enforcement agencies.
A view of Ho Chi Minh City (Photo: baodautu.vn) 
