As of October 31, 2025, total registered FDI into Vietnam reached $31.52 billion, up 15.6% compared to the same period last year compared to the same period last year.
FDI capital structure in Vietnam in the first 10 months of 2025
According to the General Statistics Office, as of October 31, 2025, total foreign direct investment (FDI) registered in Vietnam — including newly registered capital, adjusted capital, and capital contributions or share purchases — reached $31.52 billion, up 15.6% year-on-year. Notably, disbursed FDI capital was estimated at $21.3 billion, up 8.8%, also marking the highest level in the first 10 months over the past 5 years. The manufacturing and processing sector remained the key attraction, drawing the largest share of capital, with about $17.68 billion disbursed, accounting for more than 83% of total FDI disbursement over 10 months.
For new capital registrations, 3,321 projects were licensed nationwide in 2025, with a total registered capital of $14.07 billion, up 21.1% in the number of projects. Of this, the manufacturing and processing sector attracted $7.97 billion, making up 56.7% of newly registered capital. Although the number of projects increased, the average investment size slightly decreased by 7.6% compared to the same period last year, reflecting a cautious approach by investors who are optimizing costs and focusing on operational efficiency.
Bac Ninh continues to attract strong capital inflows
Among the 87 countries and territories with new FDI projects in Vietnam, Singapore ranked first with $3.76 billion in newly registered capital (26.7%), followed by China with $3.21 billion (22.8%). These two countries continue to be leading investment partners in industrial manufacturing and high-tech sectors.
By location, Bac Ninh led the country with over $1.7 billion in newly registered capital, followed by Ho Chi Minh City (more than $1.6 billion). These results reflect the strong appeal of industrial hubs with developed infrastructure and supply chains, which support both expansion and new investment projects.
The steady growth in both registered and disbursed capital in 2025 shows that Vietnam remains an attractive destination for FDI. In line with this trend, many international organizations have raised Vietnam’s GDP growth forecasts: Standard Chartered increased its forecast from 6% to about 7.5%, HSBC from 6.6% to 7.9%, and UOB from 6.9% to 7.5%. These positive assessments reflect confidence in Vietnam’s stable investment environment and long-term growth prospects. This is a favorable time for FDI investors to study the market, choose suitable locations, and carry out long-term investment plans in Vietnam.
Source: Government Newspaper, Vneconomy
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