Vietnam’s trade balance deteriorated further in May 2026, with the deficit expanding to -5,210 million, according to the latest data updated on 3 June 2026. This marks a notable deepening from April 2026, when the trade gap stood at -3,280 million.
The widening shortfall in May indicates that imports continued to outpace exports compared with the previous month, adding pressure to Vietnam’s external accounts. While detailed breakdowns by sector or trading partners were not disclosed in the latest release, the headline figures point to rising external imbalances as the country moves through the second quarter of 2026.
Market participants and policymakers will be closely watching upcoming data to determine whether May’s figures represent a temporary spike in the deficit or the start of a more persistent trend in Vietnam’s trade position.
