Strong increase in FDI creates new expectations for the economy

(QNgTV) - Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam in the first 6 months of 2025 reached over 21.5 billion USD, a sharp increase of 32.6% over the same period last year - the highest level since 2009. Realized FDI capital also reached over 11.7 billion USD, an increase of 8.1%, reflecting the level of commitment and actual disbursement from investors.

Workers on a production line in an industrial park in Bac Ninh province.

In the first 6 months of the year, the number of new FDI projects continued to increase impressively. There were 1,988 newly licensed projects, up 21.7% over the same period last year, with a total registered capital of nearly 9.3 billion USD. Capital flowed into 18/21 national economic sectors, of which the processing and manufacturing industry continued to lead in value and number of projects, playing a key role in the investment attraction strategy. Real estate also recorded a leap, with total investment capital doubling, reflecting expectations for the long-term prospects of the market.

However, the FDI picture in the final months of the year will be significantly affected by geopolitical factors and global trade policies. The biggest risk comes from the US's recent issuance of a preliminary framework for imposing reciprocal tariffs of up to 20% on Vietnamese exports. Although we are still waiting for important details to be agreed on specific tax rates, this development could impact trade costs, export contract flows and investment sentiment in the region.

Source: https://quangngaitv.vn/fdi-tang-manh-tao-ky-vong-moi-cho-nen-kinh-te-6504965.html