iPhone models in Vietnam are experiencing significant price cuts, with discounts of up to $260. Meanwhile, washing machines are also seeing massive price reductions, with some models available for as little as $125.

iPhones see steep price drops in Vietnam

According to Market Life News, iPhone models from the iPhone 13 to the iPhone 16 are being discounted by $30 to $120. As a result, high-end models like the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 15 are now more affordable than ever.

Specifically, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is now priced between $1,200 and $1,240, reflecting a $70-$80 decrease from last month. The iPhone 16 Pro is available for $980-$1,020, while the iPhone 16 Plus has seen a $120 reduction, now priced at around $900.

The iPhone 15 is currently the most budget-friendly option, with prices ranging from $620 to $640 after a $120 price drop. The iPhone 14 is selling for approximately $540, down by $100.

Nguyen Minh Khue, a representative from Viettel Store, revealed that their system is offering iPhone discounts of 15-30%, with the highest price cut reaching $260 for the 128GB iPhone 15, reducing its price from $880 to just $620.

Washing machines on sale for as low as $125

In anticipation of International Women’s Day (March 8), major electronics retailers have launched massive promotions to encourage consumer spending.

Many home appliance stores are offering discounts of up to 61% on washing machines, TVs, refrigerators, and dishwashers. Some washing machine models are available for as little as $125, making them one of the best deals of the season.

Japan’s ‘red diamonds’ become the hottest Women’s Day gift

Japanese luxury strawberries, dubbed "red diamonds," have hit the Vietnamese market, with prices ranging from $120 to $160 per kg. These strawberries, previously auctioned in Japan for as much as $320 per 100-gram fruit, are now a trending Women’s Day gift.

“The price of Japanese strawberries is about five times higher than Korean varieties and 20 times higher than the premium strawberries from Son La, Vietnam. Despite this, demand is soaring, and they are selling out fast,” said Cao Thi My, a fruit retailer in Hanoi.

She added that Japan’s strawberry harvest season is in full swing, leading to lower import prices compared to the $240-$280 per kg rate before the Lunar New Year.

Coffee prices hit record high, making Central Highlands farmers millionaires

Coffee farmers in Vietnam’s Central Highlands are experiencing a financial boom as coffee prices reach an all-time high.

Nguyen Van Tao, a farmer in Dak Mil, Dak Nong, shared that the price of coffee beans has skyrocketed to $5.30 per kg - the highest ever recorded.

“If I sell at the current price, I can earn nearly $135,000, with a profit margin of over $80,000,” Tao said.

Domestic airfare surges for April 30 – May 1 holiday

A survey conducted by Tuoi Tre newspaper revealed that domestic flight ticket prices for the April 30 – May 1 holiday are increasing significantly.

For instance, a round-trip ticket between Hanoi and Phu Quoc now ranges from $300 to $360, substantially higher than regular fares. The Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang route has also seen a steep increase, with ticket prices rising from $36 to $80 in February to $60-$120 for flights departing between April 28 and May 3.

Compared to last year’s holiday season, ticket prices have increased by $20-$40 per trip, depending on the route.

Lobster prices plunge, leaving farmers in crisis

Once a high-end delicacy, lobster prices have taken a sharp dive, causing financial distress for farmers in Cam Ranh, Khanh Hoa.

On March 6, reports from Tien Phong indicated a gloomy atmosphere at Da Bac Port in Cam Ranh, as demand for lobsters dropped sharply.

Trinh Thi Thu, a longtime lobster farmer in Cam Ranh, said, “We’ve never seen such low demand and prices for large-sized lobsters before.”

Currently, green lobsters weighing 0.3 kg each are being bought by traders for $28-$30 per kg. Larger ones over 0.3 kg are selling for just $27 per kg. Meanwhile, spiny lobsters, which used to be priced at $70-$100 per kg, are now selling for just $28-$30.

Van Kha, another farmer in Cam Thuan, revealed that before the Lunar New Year, high-quality green lobsters were priced at $32 per kg, but prices have since fallen drastically. Farmers are now struggling to break even.

Hanh Nguyen