Gasoline and oil prices today 5. 4: World oil prices increase by 12.4%
World gasoline and oil prices in the past week fluctuated strongly in an upward trend. WTI oil increased from 99.64 USD/barrel to 112.06 USD/barrel, equivalent to an increase of 12.42 USD/barrel (12.4%). Meanwhile, Brent oil increased from 105.32 USD/barrel to 109.3 USD/barrel, an increase of 3.98 USD/barrel (3.8%) compared to the previous week.
Domestically, on April 5, retail gasoline and oil prices were announced according to Petrolimex's system in regions 1 and region 2.

Regarding discounts, the preferential levels between businesses have a large difference. Some units such as Hoang Trong Company and MIPEC Petro apply high discounts (about 1,000-2,550 VND/liter), while Tu Luc 1 Petroleum only maintains a very low level of about 50 VND/liter, showing that the distribution market still has a clear differentiation. See more...
Gold ring prices fall, people take advantage of buying, people hesitate to sell
Domestic gold prices on April 5 recorded a downward trend compared to previous sessions in the week. In Hanoi, the buying and selling of gold rings and gold bars is still bustling, but the number of customers has decreased, no longer the crowded queuing scene like in previous days.

Many people take advantage of buying when prices decrease and transactions become more convenient, no longer being limited in quantity or having to wait long. Gold rings continue to be a popular item, serving the storage needs of people.
Conversely, a part of the population is starting to consider selling out due to concerns that gold prices may continue to fall. Some people plan to take profits or switch to other investment channels to ensure financial safety in the context of volatile markets. See more...
Business households should note: Is it mandatory to issue invoices for goods returned?
According to the provisions of Decree 123/2020/ND-CP (amended and supplemented), when goods are returned, business households are required to make invoices. Depending on the case, an adjusted invoice can be made (when the seller performs) or the buyer makes an electronic invoice to return if the two parties have an agreement. For assets that must be registered for ownership (such as cars, houses...), the buyer will be the invoice maker when returning them. In the field of insurance, fee refund/reduction is expressed in an adjusted invoice with specific reasons.
The law also clearly stipulates prohibited acts in the field of invoices and documents to ensure tax transparency. For business households, violations include: using fake invoices, fraud; obstructing tax authorities; accessing and falsifying invoice data; giving bribes or not transferring data in accordance with regulations. For tax officials, it is strictly forbidden to cause trouble, cover up violations or receive bribes during inspection and examination. See more...
Lao Cai removes difficulties for tea trees, reduces dependence on the Middle East market
Lao Cai's tea industry is facing many difficulties due to the impact of conflicts in the Middle East, causing export activities to key markets such as Pakistan and Afghanistan to be disrupted, increasing consumption risks.

Faced with that situation, Lao Cai Provincial People's Committee has implemented short-term solutions such as requiring businesses and cooperatives to closely monitor the market, adjust production plans, and at the same time promote domestic consumption and find new export markets to reduce dependence on the Middle East region.
In the long term, the province aims to improve the quality of raw material areas, develop safe and organic production and promote deep processing to increase product value. At the same time, departments and branches are assigned to support trade promotion, quality control, finance and credit, while the Vietnam Tea Association is requested to support market connection and promote local tea brands. See more...