Vietnam: Cement producers Fico YTL, Insee Vietnam, SCG Vietnam, Vicem Ha Long and Vicem Ha Tien separately reported high operating expenses in January 2026. They attributed this to rises in the costs of energy and raw materials. The Hanoi Times has reported that the producers raised cement prices in response.
Vietnam Building Materials Association secretary general Thai Duy Sam said "Project construction nationwide accelerated from October 2025 to boost capital disbursement. The trend lifted material consumption, pushed prices slightly higher and signalled stronger growth momentum for 2026."