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Vietnam's Trade Deficit Expands to $3.59 Billion in July Amid Rising Imports

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•Vietnam's trade deficit in July reached $3.59 billion, widened from June's $2.64 billion.
•This marks the eighth consecutive month Vietnam has reported a trade deficit.
•Higher import volumes from ramped-up factory capacities and increased fuel costs drove the deficit.
•Vietnam's export-focused economy continues to feel the impact of US tariffs.
•Consumer prices rose by 4.45% year-on-year in July, slightly down from a 4.69% rise in June.

Sources

Vietnam Trade Deficit Reaches $3.59 Billion as Imports Surge

Financialpost

Vietnam July trade deficit widens, driven by higher fuel costs

Channelnewsasia

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