Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank organizes a conference on import and export 2026

Import and export activities are a key component creating the growth momentum of the Vietnamese economy in recent years. At Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank, the customer group in this field also occupies an important position, bringing outstanding net income and a large contribution to the overall operating results of the bank…

In the context of strong global economic fluctuations, constantly changing supply chains, and increasingly strict international regulations that pose many challenges to businesses, Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank always accompanies tens of thousands of import-export customers across the country with a series of solutions for trade finance, international payments, foreign exchange and a chain of digital technology services to help businesses operate effectively and optimize costs…

The workshop “Import-Export Outlook 2026” of Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank provided customers with updated information about the market, increased connections and took advantage of opportunities to overcome challenges, thereby expressing Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank’s desire to accompany businesses in the development process. The event brings together leading industry experts and leading import-export businesses, bringing the most in-depth and updated knowledge about the import-export market.

Representatives of Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank and speakers participating in the Conference

At the Conference, Mr. Nguyen Tu Anh – Director of the Research Project on Macroeconomic Policy, VinUni University – provided a comprehensive picture of macroeconomics, monetary policy, interest rates, capital flows and direct impacts on import and export activities in 2026. Many product groups with a large proportion such as phones and components, footwear, textiles and garments, wood… have grown but at a lower rate than the State’s growth rate; Meanwhile, the goods with a decreasing rate account for 5.9% of turnover, of which the largest are iron and steel, rubber, chemicals, petroleum… His analyzes also help businesses clearly identify challenges, opportunities and strategic directions in the medium – long term of the Vietnamese economy.

Mr. Trinh Quang Anh – Chairman of Vietnam Interbank Market Research Association shared at the event

 Accompanying Mr. Nguyen Tu Anh, Mr. Trinh Quang Anh – Chairman of the Vietnam Interbank Market Research Association (VIRA) – shared from a macro perspective the notable developments of the currency, foreign exchange and liquidity markets, and gave practical recommendations to help businesses proactively manage financial risks, optimize cash flow and transaction plans in a volatile market context. According to Mr. Quang Anh, import and export continued to slow down in November due to the impact of tariffs, in both the domestic and FDI sectors. It is estimated that import-export turnover in 2025 will reach 900 billion USD, with a trade surplus of 20 billion USD. It is expected that the total import-export turnover in 2026 will reach about 952 billion USD, an increase of about 8%, the trade balance will maintain a trade surplus, expected to increase by 28 billion USD.

Regarding exchange rates and interest rates, according to Mr. Quang Anh, although bank exchange rates are still under pressure when foreign currency demand is still large, however, favorable factors are gradually emerging to help clear supply soon, causing exchange rate pressure to soon decline, even as early as Q2.2026. Besides, credit growth will continue to be strong, which causes bank credit market interest rates to adjust upward.

Also at this Conference, experts from Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank shared with customers the trade finance and international payment solutions that Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank is implementing. In particular, Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank focuses on supporting businesses in accessing flexible capital sources, improving capital use efficiency and accompanying throughout import and export activities to help customers seize opportunities and strive for development.

With a customer-centric orientation, the Workshop “Import and Export Prospects of Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank” demonstrates the commitment of Vietnam Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank in its continuous efforts to strengthen its role as a trusted financial partner, always accompanying and contributing to helping businesses build capacity to reach out and develop sustainably in the face of major movements of the economy.

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