Vietnam
Trump’s massive 46% Vietnam tariffs could hit Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair
File: workers at the Maxport factory, which makes activewear for various textile clothing brands, in Hanoi. Nhac Nguyen | Afp | Getty Images Retailers and brands have turned to Vietnam to manufacture goods from sneakers to couches while moving some or all production out of China. For years, China’s southern neighbor became a popular alternative […]
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United Airlines adds Thailand, Vietnam and Australia flights in latest expansion
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by United Airlines takes off at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on January 9, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. David McNew | Getty Images United Airlines plans to add daily flights to Vietnam and Thailand in October, further expanding the network for the U.S. carrier that already has the most […]
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How the stock market may react to different tariff scenarios this week
Morgan Stanley strategist Mike Wilson says President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement on April 2 “is likely a stepping stone for further negotiations, as opposed to a clearing event.” Wilson’s baseline scenario for tariffs is as follows: scope for a higher tariff rate on goods from China product-specific tariffs on imports from the European Union potential […]
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Meet the ‘Dirty 15’ countries that could be hit hardest by Trump’s tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump announces that his administration has reached a deal with elite law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom during a swearing-in ceremony in the Oval Office at the White House on March 28, 2025 in Washington, DC. Andrew Harnik | Getty Images President Donald Trump is about to announce his biggest […]
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Fetal duck eggs and a traditional herbal bath: A content creator couple’s guide to Ho Chi Minh City
Fetal duck eggs, or Hot Vit Lon, are a common street food in Vietnam. Josh Geracitano and Pham Thi Quynh Nhu are content creators living in Ho Chi Minh City, and the couple shared their favorite stall in the southern metropolis with CNBC Travel’s Downtime. Many people may squirm at the sight of fetal duck […]
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These 10 Asian markets offer high returns on short-term rentals — half top $40,000 a year
Short-term rentals in Hakuba, Japan on average, bring in over $60,000 annually, according to new data by AirDNA. Oscar Wong | Moment | Getty Images Starting a short-term rental business can be very lucrative if done correctly. One of the biggest initial hurdles is picking the right market to purchase a property, which can play […]
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This island is the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report
Taiwan ranked as the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report. Thant Zaw Wai | Moment | Getty Images Taiwan is the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report, published Thursday. Of the 147 places around the world that were ranked this year, it took the 27th […]
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Coffee, snails and game shows: Vietnamese beauty queen and actress shares her top picks for Ho Chi Minh City
Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the humble plate of com tam that wins her heart. Pho may be one of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, but for Ho Chi Minh City native Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, it is the […]
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Vietnam PM pledges quick licensing for Musk’s Starlink, more imports
A Starlink user terminal attached to the roof of a building. SpaceX Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on Saturday the government wanted to rapidly issue a licence for Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide satellite internet in the country under a pilot scheme. Chinh, speaking with nearly 40 U.S. businesses in Hanoi, also said […]
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Strong coffee and selfie-worthy landmarks: Vietnamese content creator Khanh Vy reveals her top spots in Ho Chi Minh City
TV host, content creator and author of the book “Tieng Anh Khong Kho, Dung Nhan Nho (English is not tough, so don’t frown)” Tran Khanh Vy shares her favorite places to hang out in Vietnam’s most populous city. Vietnam is renowned for its coffee culture. From the high-end cafes to street stalls equipped with iconic […]
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