Foreign investment figures point to growing acquisition activity
Vietnam reported US$54.85 billion in registered foreign investment for the first ten months of 2026. This includes US$7.99 billion in capital contributions and share purchases , up 49.6% year on year , across 2,616 transactions.
The figures, published on 4 November, also show estimated disbursed foreign direct investment of US$24.08 billion , up 13.1%. Registered investment and actual disbursements measure different stages of investment and should be assessed separately. Singapore was the largest source of newly registered project capital.
PCA'S PERSPECTIVE
These figures support continued attention to acquisitions and strategic partnerships in Vietnam. For prospective sellers, reliable accounts, documented ownership and a clear tax position can make a business easier to assess. Buyers should test the target's underlying performance and investment requirements rather than treating national investment growth as evidence of an attractive valuation.