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Digital payment opens up more conversion directions for small traders
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Purchasing power at traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City decreased as consumers switched to many shopping channels, forcing small traders to change to adapt.
Coffee price today 17. 9: Price slips by at least 300 VND/kg
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Coffee prices today, September 17: Many factors put pressure on world and domestic coffee prices.
New penalties for tax evasion
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The level of administrative penalties for tax evasion according to new regulations is calculated based on the number of tax evasion times, depending on aggravating circumstances.
Improving production capacity, reducing dependence on external raw materials
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In the first 8 months of 2026, Vietnam had a trade deficit of 20.46 billion USD, but 94.1% of import turnover was production materials. This structure sets requirements to improve domestic production capacity, develop supporting industries and reduce dependence on imported raw materials and components.
Pepper price today 17. 9: Unchanged across the region
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Pepper prices today, September 17th: Domestic and world pepper markets remain unchanged after a slight decrease.
Gold price today 16. 2: Sudden drop
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Gold price today 16. 2: World gold reverses and falls in the first session of the week. Domestically, the market closes for Lunar New Year holiday.
Ho Chi Minh City residents spend tens of millions of VND to buy Z121 firecrackers
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Z121 fireworks continue to be chosen by many people in Ho Chi Minh City, many people are willing to spend a significant amount of money to own this type of firework.
Hanoi nail salon opens all night, women wait many hours to have beautiful nails to welcome Tet
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In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year 2026, Hanoi's rhythm of life seems to be "accelerated" by each beauty appointment.
Series of major banks raise gold price forecast for 2026, range 4,450 - 6,300 USD
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Major banks are simultaneously raising their gold price forecast for 2026, with the most optimistic scenario up to 6,200 - 6,300 USD/ounce.
On the morning of the 29th of Tet, fruits displayed in five-fruit trays are selling well
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Can Tho - On the morning of the 29th of Tet, fruits for the five-fruit tray display were bought by many people, and small traders continuously put up goods.
Bond capital flows not yet directed to production channels
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The corporate bond market recovered quite well in 2025, but this capital mobilization channel has not yet fully promoted its capital-leading role for the manufacturing sector.
Traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City transform in urban life
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The embellishment and upgrading of traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh City associated with tourism development is bringing a new face, becoming more vibrant.
Sisters race to arrange Tet flowers according to trends, double lilies, snow apricot blossoms are sold out
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Near Tet, the trend of arranging double lilies - snow apricot blossoms exploded on social networks, boosting purchasing power. Snow apricot blossoms quickly "sold out", while double lilies simultaneously increased in price at many markets and flower shops.
Old age smells on the streets, Hanoi people hunt for the "perfume" of childhood
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Hanoi - In addition to buying peach blossoms and Tet kumquats for display, the old cilantro tree is sought after by people as an indispensable custom.
Gold price update morning of February 16th: Sideways, experts predict unexpectedly
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Gold price update morning of February 16: Sideways after a week of strong fluctuations. Some experts give noteworthy forecasts on short-term price trends.
Bank interest rates today 16. 2: Deposit 100 million VND to receive the highest interest rate of 8.3%
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Bank interest rates today 15. 2: Deposit 100 million VND and enjoy an interest rate of 8.3%. Summary of savings interest rates Vietcombank, VietinBank, Agribank, BIDV, VPBank...
Pork demand increases sharply, Can Tho businesses commit to stabilizing Tet prices
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Can Tho - Faced with the sudden increase in pork demand during Tet, businesses and supermarkets have proactively sourced supplies early, committing to stabilize prices for consumers.
Quang Ninh approves introducing three-walled sailboats into tourism
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Quang Ninh - Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee has just issued a document approving the policy of bringing three-walled sailboat products to operate along the coast of Ha Long Bay.
How to choose safe foods for Tet
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According to the Ministry of Science and Technology, people need to pay attention to identification marks to serve traceability before buying and using food during Tet.
Bustling flower market in Ho Chi Minh City on December 28th
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Ho Chi Minh City - On the 28th day of the twelfth lunar month, the "On the wharf, under the boat" flower market is bustling with people coming to shop and prepare for Tet.
