According to the Foreign Investment Agency (FIA) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment, total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam reached more than US$26.1 billion in the first eight months of 2025, marking a 27.3% increase compared with the same period last year. The strong growth underscores rising investor confidence in Vietnam’s economic prospects and investment environment.
During this period, the country licensed 2,534 new projects with a combined registered capital of over US$11 billion — an increase of 12.6% in the number of projects but a decrease of 8.1% in total capital. While the average size of new projects slightly declined, the surge in project numbers highlights sustained interest from foreign enterprises seeking to expand or establish operations in Vietnam.
The manufacturing and processing sector remained the top FDI magnet, attracting US$6.53 billion in newly registered capital, accounting for 59.2% of total new investment. The real estate sector ranked second with US$2.37 billion (21.5%), followed by other sectors with US$2.13 billion (19.3%). This structure indicates that foreign capital continues to flow predominantly into industrial production — a key driver of Vietnam’s long-term economic growth.
Among the 78 countries and territories investing in Vietnam during the period, Singapore remained the largest source of FDI, with US$3.06 billion (27.8% of newly registered capital), followed by China with US$2.65 billion (24%) and Sweden with US$1 billion (9.1%). The steady inflow from Singapore and China reflects an ongoing regional shift of manufacturing investment toward Vietnam, driven by competitive costs, favorable trade agreements, and a stable policy environment.
In addition to new projects, Vietnam recorded 996 existing projects registering capital increases worth US$10.65 billion, up 85.9% year-on-year. This sharp rise suggests that foreign investors are not only entering Vietnam but also expanding their long-term commitments in the market.
Including both newly registered and adjusted capital, the manufacturing and processing industry accounted for US$13.64 billion, or 62.9% of total FDI, while real estate attracted US$4.98 billion (23%), and other sectors received US$3.06 billion (14.1%).
Meanwhile, implemented FDI capital — the actual amount disbursed — was estimated at US$15.4 billion in the first eight months of 2025, an 8.8% increase from a year earlier. This is the highest disbursement level for the January–August period in the past five years, reflecting improved project execution and investment efficiency.
Experts say the strong momentum of FDI inflows in 2025 highlights Vietnam’s resilience and appeal amid intensifying global competition for investment. With its stable political climate, transparent incentive policies, and ongoing improvements in infrastructure and administrative reform, Vietnam continues to stand out as a bright spot in Southeast Asia for attracting high-quality, long-term foreign investment.