Vietnam's growth impresses international investors

(Chinhphu.vn) - On October 5, the US financial analysis site ainvest.com published an article praising the strong growth rate of the Vietnamese economy. Accordingly, Vietnam's GDP in the third quarter of 2025 is estimated to increase by 8.23%, despite the impact of US tariff policies and adverse weather.

On October 5, the financial analysis site ainvest.com (USA) published an article praising the strong growth rate of the Vietnamese economy .

The main driving force came from industrial production, which increased by 10.8%, with the electronics, textile and service sectors recovering strongly after the pandemic. Meanwhile, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first half of 2025 reached 21.5 billion USD, the highest level in 5 years, of which 56.5% of capital was invested in manufacturing and 19% in electronics. According to ainvest.com, thanks to preferential policies and increasingly complete infrastructure, renewable energy and digital technology are becoming attractive destinations for global investors.

Despite facing risks from tariffs and climate change, growth of 7.85% in the first nine months of the year shows the adaptability and resilience of the Vietnamese economy through policy reforms and economic diversification.

3 pillars leading to growth

The report said growth was led by three sectors: Industry, agriculture and services. The industrial and construction sector contributed 9.46% thanks to the strong growth in production, accounting for 24.43% of GDP. The service sector recovered strongly, contributing 8.54%, especially retail and tourism. Agriculture, forestry and fishery, despite being affected by climate, still grew positively, contributing 3.74%, of which fishery increased by 3.56%.

According to the international real estate services group Savills (UK), FDI inflows into Vietnam reached a five-year high of 21.5 billion USD in the first half of 2025. Of which, the manufacturing industry accounted for 56.5% of the total registered capital, with electronics and machinery dominating. The electronics, computer and optical sectors alone accounted for 19% of new FDI projects, equivalent to 99 projects.

In addition, the renewable energy sector has recorded strong progress. S&P Global (USA) forecasts that Vietnam's electricity demand will increase by 12-13% in 2025; corporations such as Shizuoka Gas (Japan) and PNE Group (Germany) have invested in solar and offshore wind power projects. This agency also highly appreciates the Vietnamese Government's policy of simplifying procedures and tax incentives in promoting green energy.

In addition, digital services and logistics continue to attract investors. Ready-built factories accounted for 54% of new projects in the first half of the year (according to Savills), helping businesses shorten production times, especially in electronics and packaging. Incentives for AI, fintech, cloud computing and digital government reforms are further strengthening investment appeal.

The website ainvest.com quoted Reuters's assessment that Vietnam's growth is thanks to structural reforms such as Doi Moi 2.0 to promote capital formation and digital infrastructure. The article emphasized that outstanding investment opportunities now lie in high-tech manufacturing, renewable energy and digital services - areas where Vietnam has both competitive advantages and clear support policies.

According to ainvest.com, strong growth in the third quarter of 2025 reflects Vietnam’s strategic position in the global value chain and its proactive policy framework. For international investors, the question is no longer whether Vietnam is a growth story but “which sectors to invest in in this dynamic economy”.

Source: https://baochinhphu.vn/tang-truong-cua-viet-nam-gay-an-tuong-voi-gioi-dau-tu-quoc-te-102251007100945146.htm