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Fluctuations of the U.S. Dollar against the Vietnamese Dong
The U.S. dollar has experienced fluctuations against the Vietnamese dong, impacting trade and finance sectors in Vietnam.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 7 November 2026.
The story so far as of 7 November 2026
On 23 September, the U.S. dollar weakened against the Vietnamese dong, affecting trade costs. On 26 September, the dollar rose on the black market, impacting exchange rates. On 5 October, the dollar reached a 17-month high against the euro on the black market, increasing costs for importers and exporters. On 12 October, the dollar strengthened further, putting pressure on import costs. On 17 October, the dollar edged up on the black market, contrasting with global trends. On 28 October, the dollar dipped against the dong on the black market, affecting import costs. On 7 November, the dollar weakened again on the black market, altering currency exchange conditions for businesses.
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Coverage, day by day
- Markets
Dollar weakens against dong on black market
Impact Importers and exporters face altered currency exchange conditions, affecting costs and pricing.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
Dollar Dips Against Dong on Black Market
Impact Importers and those relying on remittances may face altered financial conditions due to the dollar's depreciation.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
US dollar rises against Vietnamese dong
Impact Importers and exporters face higher costs due to the stronger dollar against the dong.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
Dollar strengthens against Vietnamese dong
Impact Importers face higher costs as the dong weakens, affecting pricing and profitability.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
US dollar rises against Vietnamese dong on black market
Impact Importers and exporters face higher costs due to the stronger US dollar against the dong.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
U.S. Dollar Rises Against Dong on Black Market
Impact Importers and exporters may face increased costs due to the stronger dollar against the dong.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
- Markets
Dollar slides against Vietnamese dong
Impact Exporters and importers in Vietnam face adjustments as the dong strengthens against the USD, affecting trade costs.
Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗
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