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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 September 23, 2026, the U.S. dollar weakened against the Vietnamese dong. By September 26, it appreciated on the black market. On October 5, the dollar rose again on the black market, reaching a 17-month high against the euro. On October 12, the dollar strengthened further, trading near an 18-month high against major currencies. On October 17, it edged up again on the black market. However, on October 28, the dollar fell against the dong on the black market, and on November 7, it weakened again despite its strength globally.

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Coverage, day by day

  1. 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 ↗

  2. 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 ↗

  3. 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 ↗

  4. Markets

    Dollar strengthens against Vietnamese dong

    Impact Importers face higher costs as the dong weakens, affecting pricing and profitability.

    Sources: VnExpress International Business ↗

  5. 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 ↗

  6. 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 ↗

  7. 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 ↗

Sources in this story

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