The NEPSE Journal
Market commentary, data deep-dives, and trading notes from the NEPSE Trading desk.
Nepal’s chemical imports rose by 9.8% in 2025/26, underscoring heavy reliance on foreign inputs for industrial production. Experts say domestic chemical manufacturing must be developed to reduce dependency and strengthen industrial security.
Nepal’s vegetable imports rose by 48.4% in 2025/26, highlighting weak domestic production and growing urban demand. Experts say self-sufficiency requires modern farming, storage infrastructure, and farmer-focused policies.
Computer and parts imports in Nepal rose by 3.1% in 2025/26, reflecting growing digitalization, IT adoption, and demand from education and youth. But heavy import reliance highlights the need for local tech manufacturing and policy support.
Gold imports in Nepal rose 24.5% in 2025/26, fueled by safe-haven demand, cultural consumption, and inflation hedging. But experts warn the trend could strain foreign reserves and trade balance if unchecked.
Nepal’s thread imports dipped by 0.6% in 2025/26, reflecting subdued garment demand and industry challenges. But experts say it also opens the door for local producers to focus on niche markets and domestic fashion growth.
Nepal’s coal imports rose by 53.2% in 2025/26, driven by cement and brick industry demand. While necessary for industrial growth, the trend highlights challenges of import dependency, rising costs, and environmental sustainability.
Nepal’s electrical equipment imports rose 7.5% in 2025/26, reflecting rapid energy expansion and electrification. But high dependence on imports raises concerns about cost, sustainability, and trade balance.
Readymade garment imports dropped by 18.3% in 2025/26, reflecting rising local production, second-hand fashion trends, and weaker purchasing power. Nepal’s clothing market is shifting toward affordability, sustainability, and homegrown brands.
Nepal’s rice imports rose by 45.9% in early 2025/26, underscoring falling domestic productivity, rising demand, and policy failures. Experts say true self-sufficiency in food grains is possible only with long-term investment and reform in agriculture.
Textile imports in Nepal surged by 20% in 2025/26, reflecting booming demand in fashion and retail. But the trend also exposes challenges for domestic textile production and trade balance.