
The State Bank of Vietnam's central exchange rate rose to record highs in late July, surpassing the August 2025 peak. The move reflected dollar strength in international markets and rising domestic demand for foreign currency as credit grew quickly.
Analysts see possible year-end pressure on the exchange rate.
Persistent dollar strength and a weaker dong raise the cost of imported feed inputs in Vietnam, which can dampen buying and widen import costs for feed producers.
After 2,356 past bullish macro events, US Dollar (Broad) moved a median +0.2% over 5 sessions (60% higher; middle half -0.3% to +0.7%), and +0.4% over 20.
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