Hanoi, Feb. 19 -- Domestic commodity markets began to regain momentum nationwide on February 19 - the third day of the Lunar New Year, though overall purchasing power remained markedly lower than the pre-Tet peak, according to the Agency for Domestic Market Surveillance and Development under the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Most people continued to enjoy holiday activities, including spring outings and family visits, while essential shopping needs had largely been met ahead of Tet. Transactions on the day were mainly for supplementary purchases, with no unusual surge in demand.

From early morning, commercial infrastructure across the country became more vibrant. Major retail chains and shopping centres such as Saigon Co.op, Central R...