In 2025, despite significant global volatility and domestic challenges, Viet Nam’s economy continued to demonstrate strong resilience:
- GDP grew by 8% (up 1 ppt YoY), marking the second-highest increase in five years.
- Total FDI increased by 1% YoY, reaching US$38.4 billion.
- International arrivals surpassed 21 million, increasing 20% YoY.
- Retail sales reached VND 7 quadrillion, growing 9.2% YoY in nominal terms and 6.7% in real terms.
- CPI increased by 3.3% YoY.
HCMC OVERVIEW
HCMC’s real estate market is gradually recovering in terms of liquidity, although new supply remains limited. This continues to drive clear differentiation across segments and locations.
In the apartment segment, the market has shown signs of recovery, though at a moderate pace. Most new supply comes from subsequent phases of existing developments or projects that have been restarted, indicating that short-term market performance remains closely tied to approval processes and land development timelines.
Supply is expected to remain constrained, which will continue to support primary prices. While housing demand remains strong, the supply structure is increasingly skewed towards higher-priced segments. As a result, buyers seeking more affordable options are shifting towards suburban areas or neighbouring markets such as Binh Duong.
For landed residential properties, new supply continues to shift toward non‑central districts, driven by large township developments and improving inter‑regional infrastructure. By 2028, 15,500 units from 22 projects are expected to enter the market, with around 90% concentrated in Can Gio, Binh Chanh, Nha Be, and District 12.
In commercial real estate, the retail sector remains constrained by limited new supply, with only three new projects and six shopping centre re-openings over the past year. Leasing demand is increasingly driven by experiential concepts, especially with F&B, entertainment, and lifestyle. Non‑central locations are attracting brands with more competitive rents, while central districts remain the preferred choice for luxury and flagship stores.
In the office market, supply from 2026 to 2028 is set to grow at a moderate pace, supporting overall stability. The outlook is positive, underpinned by continued demand from the FIRE (finance, insurance, real estate) sectors and the ICT industry.
The hospitality sector is also seeing a solid recovery, with 8.5 million international visitors recorded in 2025. This rebound provides a strong foundation for improving performance across hotels and serviced apartments.
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