In August 2023 alone, Vietnam pangasius exports to the US reached more than 25 million USD, down 24% over the same period in 2022, up 38% over the previous month. The decline compared to the same period last year has gradually narrowed since May 2023, the declines in May, June, July, and August were 53%, 51%, 43%, and 24% respectively.
The US is an important market and consumes a lot of Vietnam pangasius. However, in the first half of 2022, pangasius imports from Vietnam to the US increased sharply, causing inventories in the US to increase. Therefore, in the first months of 2023, Vietnam pangasius exports to the US continuously witnessed negative growth. The average price of pangasius exports to the US in August reached 2.92 USD/kg, down 44% compared to the same period last year. This is also the deepest decrease since the beginning of this year. This price decreased by 5% compared to the previous month. According to data from the World Trade Center (ITC), in the first 7 months of 2023, the US imported more than 1 billion USD of white meat fish from the world and imported more than 199 million USD from Vietnam. Vietnam accounts for 18% of the total import value of white fish products from the US. China is the largest supplier to the US, accounting for 45% of the market share. Vietnam pangasius still has a lot of room in the US market. At the 2023 international pangasius industry conference organized by VASEP within the framework of VIETFISH 2023 Exhibition, Mr. Arno Willemink - Operations Director of De Heus Vietnam said that pangasius at reasonable prices is gradually replacing meat fish. naturally mined white. This is a general trend that affects the consumption potential of the pangasius industry in the coming time. Positive results after the US FSIS inspection and preliminary results of the 19th anti-dumping tax administrative review (POR19) on Vietnam frozen pangasius fillets entering the US market from January 1 August 2021 to July 31, 2022, has helped create positive psychology for export businesses. In addition, the fact that President Joe Biden paid a state visit to Vietnam in September and upgraded relations with Vietnam to the highest level of "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" will open up more opportunities. Association for Vietnam seafood, including pangasius, in this important consumer market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The outlook for Vietnam’s seafood exports remains positive, with a strong focus on maintaining growth in key markets like China and the U.S., while diversifying into new regions. As global trade policies continue to evolve, adaptability and strategic planning will be key to navigating the challenges ahead.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Thanks to improved pangasius prices and higher production, Vĩnh Hoàn's after-tax profit in Q4 2024 reached VND 440 billion, a 4.8-fold increase compared to the same period last year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to data from Vietnam’s Customs, in Q4 2024, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to China & Hong Kong reached USD 163 million, a 17% increase compared to the same period in 2023, with consistent growth across all months. The total value of pangasius exports to China & Hong Kong for 2024 reached USD 581 million, a 1% increase over the previous year.
Vietnam’s seafood exports are projected to maintain strong growth this year, potentially reaching 11 billion USD.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the final quarter of 2024, Vietnam’s surimi and fish cake exports showed consistent growth over the last three months. For the entire year 2024, exports of these products reached USD 298 million, down 2% compared to 2023. However, the final quarter saw more promising signs for the surimi and fish cake export sector, with some markets experiencing notable growth, such as Thailand, China, and Taiwan. Particularly, exports to Taiwan, which had seen continuous declines in the previous two quarters, surged by 301% in this quarter.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Another year of pride for Vietnam's pangasius exports has concluded, reaching over USD 2 billion and contributing 20% to Vietnam's total seafood export turnover.
Vietnam maintained its position as the fifth-largest seafood exporter to Singapore for 12 consecutive months, surpassing Japan for the first time in 2024, amid the intensifying competition in this market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Despite facing numerous challenges in the second half of the year, Vietnam's canned tuna exports concluded 2024 with a 17% increase compared to 2023, reaching USD 299 million. To maintain this growth momentum in 2025, the canned tuna production and export sector requires coordinated efforts from all stakeholders.
SSI forecasts a 28% year-on-year increase in after-tax profit attributable to the parent company of Vinh Hoan Corporation (VHC), driven by a gradual improvement in average selling prices from USD 3.15/kg in 2024 to USD 3.30/kg (+5%) in 2025. An Giang Fisheries Import-Export Joint Stock Company (ANV)'s after-tax profit attributable to the parent company is projected to rebound by 104%.
In 2025, the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu aims to earn 1.2 billion USD from exporting shrimp, one of the key export products that accounts for over 95% of its total export value.
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