Vietnam’s FDI attracted over $31.5 billion in the first 10 months of 2025

Crucially, the actual disbursed FDI capital in the country during this period is estimated at a record $21.3 billion, an 8.8% year-on-year increase and the highest level recorded for the first ten months over the past five years. This significant disbursement figure underscores the confidence of foreign investors in Vietnam's economic outlook and its investment environment.

1. Detailed Breakdown of Registered Capital

The $31.52 billion in registered capital is categorized as follows:

1.1. Newly Registered Capital:

• There were 3,321 new projects licensed, a 21.1% increase in the number of projects.
• However, the value of the newly registered capital slightly decreased by 7.6%, totaling $14.07 billion.

1.2. Adjusted Registered Capital (Existing Projects):

1,206 existing projects registered capital adjustments, increasing their investment by $12.11 billion, a substantial increase of 45.0% year-on-year. This indicates that established investors are expanding their operations in Vietnam.

1.3. Capital Contribution and Share Purchase:

Foreign investors engaged in 2,918 transactions for capital contribution or share purchases, totaling $5.34 billion, up 45.1% compared to the same period last year.

2. Investment by Sector and Origin

The manufacturing and processing sector continues to lead in attracting investment, confirming Vietnam's role as a major global production hub.

• Manufacturing and Processing: Attracted the largest share of combined new and adjusted capital, totaling $16.37 billion, accounting for 62.5% of the total. This sector also dominated disbursed capital, reaching $17.68 billion (83% of total disbursed capital).
• Real Estate: Ranked second, receiving $5.32 billion, representing 20.3% of the combined registered capital.
• Electricity Production and Distribution: Accounted for $671.9 million of the disbursed capital (3.2%).

Top Source Countries (New Registered Capital): The primary sources of newly licensed capital highlight Asia's strong commitment to Vietnam:

• Singapore: $3.76 billion (26.7% of total new capital)
• China: $3.21 billion (22.8%)
• Hong Kong (China): $1.38 billion (9.8%)
• Japan: $1.17 billion (8.3%)

The positive growth in both registered and, more importantly, executed FDI capital demonstrates the resilience and increasing appeal of Vietnam’s investment environment amidst global economic volatility.