Vietnam's third-quarter 2026 GDP growth was estimated at 9.95%, taking nine-month growth to 9.01%, Finance Minister Ngô Văn Tuấn told the October 3 government meeting. The government news portal reported growth of 11.21% in industry and construction and 8.69% in services. Realised FDI reached US$21.07 billion over nine months, separate from US$50.36 billion registered. The minister said the annual double-digit growth objective remained challenging, requiring approximately 12.5% growth in the fourth quarter. The GDP figures are estimates.