Vietnam GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Vietnam's GDP growth rate was 8.02% in December 2025, up from 7.04% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 7.04%.
Vietnam's GDP growth rate stands at 8.02% as of December 2025. The GDP growth rate currently sits at 8.02% (up from 7.04% in the prior year). Across the tracked window it has ranged between 2.55% and 9.54%, and is 0.98% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Vietnam ranks #12 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It rose from 7.04% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 7.04%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 8.02% |
| Dec 2024 | 7.04% |
| Dec 2023 | 4.98% |
| Dec 2022 | 8.54% |
| Dec 2021 | 2.55% |
| Dec 2020 | 2.87% |
| Dec 2019 | 7.36% |
| Dec 2018 | 7.47% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Vietnam in 2026?
Vietnam's GDP growth rate was 8.02% in December 2025, up from 7.04% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 7.04%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Vietnam?
It rose in the latest reading — 8.02% in December 2025 versus 7.04% a year earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.