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Vietnam’s Exports 2025: Trade Surplus Nears USD 14B

13/09/2025

Exports Surge, Imports Slow Down

According to preliminary data from the General Department of Customs, in the second half of August 2025, Vietnam’s export value reached USD 23.32 billion, up 16.25% (USD 3.26 billion) compared to the first half of the month. In contrast, imports totaled only USD 20.29 billion, down 4.76%.

This divergence resulted in a trade surplus of USD 3.99 billion, raising the cumulative surplus to nearly USD 14 billionas of August 31, 2025—a positive signal amid ongoing global trade uncertainties.

Vietnam’s Exports 2025:

Overview of Imports and Exports in August 2025

For the whole of August 2025, Vietnam’s total trade value reached USD 83.01 billion, up 16.01% (USD 11.46 billion) year-on-year. Exports took the lead, supported by strong growth in key product groups:

  • Computers, electronics & components: +USD 950.42 million (20.68%)

  • Phones & components: +USD 769.14 million (30.98%)

  • Machinery & equipment: +USD 296.78 million (12.16%)

  • Fruits & vegetables: +USD 192.58 million (50.76%)

  • Textiles & garments: +USD 174.98 million (9.51%)

  • Steel: +USD 110.68 million (64.44%)

  • Seafood: +USD 109.98 million (22.81%)

These strong performances highlight Vietnam’s resilience and growing presence in global trade during 2025.

First 8 Months of 2025: Exports Accelerate, Imports Expand

In the January–August period, Vietnam’s total trade value hit USD 597.93 billion, up 16.32% (USD 83.89 billion) year-on-year.

  • Exports: USD 305.96 billion, up 14.83% (USD 39.53 billion)

  • Imports: USD 291.97 billion, up 17.92% (USD 44.36 billion)

Key export drivers:

  • Computers & electronics: +USD 20+ billion (43.12%)

  • Coffee: +USD 2.46 billion (61.08%)

  • Textiles: +USD 2.07 billion (8.5%)

  • Footwear: +USD 1.09 billion (7.24%)

  • Machinery: +USD 2.41 billion (62.77%)

  • Vehicles & parts: +USD 4.54 billion (13.81%)

  • Toys & sports equipment: +USD 3.02 billion (121.76%)

On the import side, demand for production inputs remained strong:

  • Computers & electronics: +USD 26.54 billion (38.22%)

  • Machinery: +USD 7.43 billion (23.63%)

  • Plastic products: +USD 1.14 billion (19.88%)

  • Steel products: +USD 1.006 billion (23.96%)

  • Other base metals: +USD 1.03 billion (16.53%)

FDI Enterprises Remain the Backbone

In late August, FDI enterprises exported USD 18.38 billion, up 16.79% from the first half. By end-August, their cumulative exports reached USD 228.38 billion, accounting for 74.64% of the national total.

On the import side, FDI enterprises recorded USD 197.19 billion, accounting for 67.57% of Vietnam’s total imports up 25.1% year-on-year. This reaffirms the dominant role of the FDI sector in driving Vietnam’s trade surplus in 2025..

Conclusion

With a trade surplus of nearly USD 14 billion after eight months, Vietnam has reinforced its position as one of the most dynamic trading economies in the region. Export growth in key sectors, coupled with steady import demand for production, reflects a resilient and sustainable supply chain. Looking ahead, if export momentum continues and imports remain balanced, Vietnam’s trade surplus is likely to extend into the final months of 2025, laying a solid foundation for economic growth.

(Source: Compiled)

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