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DBS Group Research anticipates Vietnam’s October 2026 exports and retail sales to stay robust, while headline inflation hovers around 5%, above the 4.5% target. Strong electronics shipments, firm household spending and tourism underpin activity, but elevated transport, energy, food and material costs pose a policy challenge as authorities pursue at least 10% economic growth.
Robust demand with elevated inflation
“We expect Vietnam’s October 2026 goods exports and retail sales to remain robust at 42.0% yoy and 14.0% yoy year-to-date, respectively, while headline inflation is likely to stay elevated at around 5.0% yoy.”
“Exports have continued to be supported by strong electronics and machinery shipments amid a favourable technology cycle with spillovers from robust artificial intelligence-related demand.”
“Retail sales were likely bolstered by firm household spending, supported by favourable labour market conditions, and continued strength in tourism. “
“Headline inflation has remained elevated and above the central bank’s target of 4.5% for the year, driven by price pressures from transport and energy, food, as well as material costs. This poses a challenge for policymakers as they seek to balance inflation risks against ambitions of achieving at least 10% economic growth this year.”
