Vietnam records record FDI inflows and quality surge in 2026

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached a record $38 billion in the first seven months of 2026, up about 58 % from the same period in 2025. Although the number of new projects rose only 7.8 %, the capital registered for those projects more than doubled to over $21 billion, pushing the average project size up sharply. Disbursements hit $15.2 billion, an 11.8 % rise and the highest six‑month total in five years.

The surge reflects a shift toward larger, high‑technology projects. Key sectors now include semiconductors, electronics, information technology, clean energy and advanced manufacturing. Notable among them is LG Innotek’s $1 billion semiconductor plant in Hai Phong, the company’s first facility outside South Korea. The government’s Resolution 10 of the Political Bureau, aimed at improving the investment climate, has accelerated digitalisation of administrative procedures and attracted 117 countries, with FDI reaching $4.29 billion in 2025 and $3.39 billion in the first seven months of 2026.

International confidence is also evident. Swiss private bank Bordier & Cie increased its stake in the Bordier‑MB Flagship Growth Fund (BMFF) by $1.6 million, citing Vietnam’s strong demographic and urbanisation trends. HSBC Vietnam’s global banking director highlighted the country’s political stability, competitive labour costs and extensive free‑trade network as further draws for foreign capital.