Ho Chi Minh City Continues to Lead Vietnam in Foreign Investment: Nearly $8.4 Billion Registered in 2025

As Vietnam strengthens its position as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic economies, Ho Chi Minh City remains at the center of foreign investor interest. For companies planning market entry, business setup, or company registration in Vietnam, understanding the latest FDI landscape is essential for strategic decision-making.

According to figures released by the Vietnam News Agency, Ho Chi Minh City attracted an estimated $8.37 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025 – a 24.2% increase from the previous year. The strong performance further reinforces its status as the country’s most attractive destination for international capital.

Throughout 2025, authorities issued investment certificates for 1,865 new FDI projects worth more than $1.6 billion. Another 432 existing projects expanded their capital by approximately $2.9 billion. In addition, foreign investors executed roughly 2,700 capital contributions, share purchases, and stake acquisitions in local companies, totaling $3.7 billion.

Investors from 89 countries and territories participated in the market, led by Singapore with $2.1 billion (25% of the total), followed by the Republic of Korea at $635.2 million and Hong Kong (China) with $482.2 million. The information was shared during the city’s latest socio-economic press briefing held on December 25.

On a cumulative basis, by the end of December, Ho Chi Minh City is expected to remain Vietnam’s top FDI destination, with $141.9 billion in valid registered capital across 20,310 licensed projects.

When viewed by sector, manufacturing and processing remains dominant, attracting more than $75.4 billion across 5,829 projects – equivalent to 53.3% of total valid FDI. Real estate stands in second place with $28.5 billion, followed by wholesale, retail, and vehicle repair activities worth approximately $7.5 billion.

What This Means for Foreign Investors

With consistent investment growth, Ho Chi Minh City continues to offer competitive advantages for foreign enterprises – including a skilled workforce, expanding infrastructure, and proximity to high-value supply chains. For investors looking to register a company, complete product registration, or establish operations in Vietnam, the city remains the most strategic gateway into the Vietnamese market.

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