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Vietnam cuts electricity tariffs and sets gasoline tax to zero

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What happened

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Vietnam enacted a government resolution that reduced the average electricity tariff by 2%, setting the new retail price at VND 2,159.9037 per kilowatt-hour, excluding value-added tax. Additionally, the special consumption tax on all gasoline types was set to zero from November 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027. The government also lowered maximum retail prices for E5RON92 and E10RON95-III.

From econotimes.com

Why it matters

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The measures were implemented to support households and businesses and safeguard energy security in Vietnam. While the tax cut aims to support stability in the petroleum market, the Ministry of Finance noted that the reduction would decrease state revenue in the short term.

Policy targets are currently focused on raising economic growth and stability in Vietnam.

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Who's involved

  • Vietnam ElectricityThe power utility that implemented the 2% reduction in its average retail electricity price.
  • VietnamThe country where the government resolution was signed and the tax cuts took effect.
  • Ministry of Industry and TradeA ministry involved in decisions regarding customer groups and retail price ceilings.
  • Ministry of FinanceThe government agency that stated the tax cut would reduce state revenue in the short term.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Vietnam ElectricitySpeculative

    Vietnam Electricity might see a reduction in core revenue due to the tariff cut.

  • Ministry of Industry and TradeSpeculative

    The Ministry of Industry and Trade could see its structural planning impacted by the reduction in Vietnam Electricity's revenue.

  • GrabSpeculative

    Grab could see a reduction in operational costs in Vietnam due to the fuel tax cut.

  • Ministry of FinanceSpeculative

    The Ministry of Finance could see a reduction in fiscal standing due to the decreased state revenue from the tax cut.

  • NikeSpeculative

    Nike could see a reduction in manufacturing expenses in Vietnam due to lower energy costs.

  • VinFastSpeculative

    VinFast could see a reduction in manufacturing expenses in Vietnam due to lower energy costs.

How it developed

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  1. Vietnam signed a resolution reducing the fuel tax to zero on January 11, 2026.Sub-event
  2. Government resolution signed for tax cuts in Vietnam.1 source

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