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Nepal’s Custom-Wise Trade in 2024/25: A Tale of Export Surge and Steady Import Growth
Nepal’s Custom-Wise Trade in 2024/25: A Tale of Export Surge and Steady Import Growth Nepal’s foreign trade landscape for the first eight months of the fiscal year 2024/25 (mid-July 2024 to mid-March 2025) reveals a robust performance in exports, coupled with a more modest increase in imports, according to the latest customs data. Total exports surged by 57.2% to Rs. 158,172.4 million, while imports grew by 11.2% to Rs. 1,145,566.2 million compared to the same period in 2023/24. This article provides a detailed analysis of the custom-wise foreign trade data, highlighting key trends, regional disparities, and the broader economic implications for Nepal.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH10 Apr, 2025
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India’s Export Trends: A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline in 2024/25
India’s Export Trends: A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline in 2024/25 India’s export sector has shown a dynamic yet uneven performance in the first eight months of the fiscal year 2024/25, according to the latest provisional data released by the Ministry of Commerce. The total exports for this period reached Rs. 158,172.4 million, marking a significant 57.2% increase compared to Rs. 100,617.4 million in the same period of 2023/24. However, a closer look at the data reveals a complex picture, with some commodities experiencing robust growth while others face sharp declines. This article delves into the details of India’s top 20 export commodities, highlighting key trends, winners, and challenges in the global market.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH10 Apr, 2025
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Nepal’s Foreign Trade Soars in FY 2081/82: Exports to India Surge by 82.5%, Trade Deficit Widens
Nepal’s Foreign Trade Soars in FY 2081/82: Exports to India Surge by 82.5%, Trade Deficit Widens Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has released its economic data for the first eight months of fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25), showcasing a remarkable 57.2% surge in total exports, driven primarily by an 82.5% increase in exports to India. Total exports reached Rs. 158,172.4 million, with India accounting for 79.0% of the export share. However, imports grew by 11.2% to Rs. 1,145,566.2 million, leading to a 6.2% widening of the trade deficit to Rs. 987,393.8 million. Despite the deficit, Nepal’s external sector remains robust, with a balance of payments surplus of NPR 310.37 billion, supported by a 9.4% rise in remittance inflows and foreign exchange reserves of USD 17.27 billion. This trade performance, combined with earlier data on inflation, regional CPI, and wage growth, highlights both opportunities and challenges for Nepal’s economic trajectory.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH10 Apr, 2025
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Nepal’s Salary and Wage Growth: Regional Disparities Highlight Economic Challenges in FY 2081/82
Nepal’s Salary and Wage Growth: Regional Disparities Highlight Economic Challenges in FY 2081/82 Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has released its economic data for the first eight months of fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25), alongside a detailed Salary and Wage Index by Province, revealing significant regional disparities in wage growth. The overall Salary and Wage Index rose by 2.85% year-on-year in December/January 2024/25, but this growth falls short of the national inflation rate of 3.75%, indicating a decline in real wages for many Nepalis. While Sudurpashchim Province saw the highest wage growth at 7.59% year-on-year, provinces like Koshi and Bagmati lagged behind with 1.30% and 1.73% growth, respectively. This data, combined with broader economic indicators such as a 57.2% surge in exports and a 9.4% increase in remittance inflows, underscores the need for targeted policies to address wage disparities and ensure equitable economic growth.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH10 Apr, 2025
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Nepal’s Inflation Trends: A Four-Year Analysis Shows Declining Rates Amid Economic Growth in FY 2081/82
Nepal’s Inflation Trends: A Four-Year Analysis Shows Declining Rates Amid Economic Growth in FY 2081/82 Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has released detailed economic data for the first eight months of fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25), alongside a historical National Consumer Price Index (CPI) monthly series spanning 2021/22 to 2024/25. The data reveals a year-on-year inflation rate of 3.75% in March 2024/25, with an average inflation of 4.72% for the first eight months of the fiscal year. This marks a notable decline from the peak inflation rates observed in previous years, reflecting a cooling of price pressures. Combined with robust economic indicators such as a 57.2% surge in exports and a balance of payments surplus of NPR 310.37 billion, Nepal’s economy shows signs of stabilization, though challenges remain in managing inflationary pressures and ensuring equitable growth.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH10 Apr, 2025
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Nepal’s Inflation at 3.75% in FY 2081/82: Regional Variations and Economic Insights from Nepal Rastra Bank Data
Nepal’s Inflation at 3.75% in FY 2081/82: Regional Variations and Economic Insights from Nepal Rastra Bank Data Kathmandu, April 09, 2025 – Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has released its economic data for the first eight months of the fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25), revealing a year-on-year consumer price inflation rate of 3.75%. Alongside this, detailed Consumer Price Index (CPI) data by ecological belts highlights regional variations in inflation, with the Mountain region experiencing the highest rate at 4.77% and the Kathmandu Valley the lowest at 3.25%. This report, combined with broader economic indicators such as a significant rise in exports and a robust balance of payments surplus, paints a picture of a stabilizing yet regionally diverse economic landscape in Nepal.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH9 Apr, 2025
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Government Proposes Rs 100 Billion Alternative Development Finance Fund with Insurance Companies’ Participation
Government Proposes Rs 100 Billion Alternative Development Finance Fund with Insurance Companies’ Participation The Government of Nepal has announced plans to establish a Rs 100 billion Alternative Development Finance Fund, incorporating participation from insurance companies. The Ministry of Finance has proposed a bill to regulate the mobilization of this fund, which has been submitted to the Council of Ministers. According to the bill, the fund will include investments from the Citizens Investment Trust, Employees Provident Fund, and Social Security Fund.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH7 Apr, 2025
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Tug-of-War Within Ruling Coalition Over Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Appointment
Tug-of-War Within Ruling Coalition Over Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Appointment As the deadline for appointing a new governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) approaches, tensions are rising between the two major ruling coalition partners, CPN (UML) and Nepali Congress. With the central bank set to become leaderless from Chaitra 25 (April 08, 2025), the government faces pressure to finalize the appointment before then. Given the responsibility of preparing the budget for the new fiscal year, experts argue that the governor’s post—considered the government’s chief economic advisor—should not remain vacant even for a single day.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH7 Apr, 2025
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Nepal’s Foreign Trade Shows Signs of Recovery, but Structural Challenges Persist
Nepal’s Foreign Trade Shows Signs of Recovery, but Structural Challenges Persist Nepal’s foreign trade, which had been grappling with a prolonged contraction until recently, is exhibiting signs of recovery, according to the latest data released by the Bhansar Department (Department of Customs). The figures for the first eight months of the current fiscal year (mid-July 2024 to mid-March 2025) indicate a significant uptick in both imports and exports, resulting in an overall expansion of the country’s total foreign trade volume. However, a deeper analysis reveals that this growth masks underlying structural weaknesses that continue to hinder Nepal’s economic self-reliance.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH30 Mar, 2025
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Gold Prices in Nepal Soar to Record Highs: Economic Implications and Smuggling Concerns Rise
Gold Prices in Nepal Soar to Record Highs: Economic Implications and Smuggling Concerns Rise The price of gold in Nepal has witnessed unprecedented fluctuations in recent years, reaching historic highs and raising concerns about the country’s economy and the growing shadow of gold smuggling. From 2075–76 BS (2018–19 CE) to 2081–82 BS (2024–25 CE), the price per tola (approximately 11.66 grams) has skyrocketed, reflecting both global trends and local policy challenges. On Chaitra 2, 2081 (March 16, 2025), the price hit Rs 175,200 per tola, only to climb further to Rs 176,000 the very next day, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. While a slight decline is anticipated in the coming days, the rapid rise and fall of gold prices in such a short span have sparked debates about economic stability.
DIPESH TOP 10 RESEARCH TOP 10 RESEARCH26 Mar, 2025

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All Articles — Page 260

Nepal’s Custom-Wise Trade in 2024/25: A Tale of Export Surge and Steady Import Growth

India’s Export Trends: A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline in 2024/25

Nepal’s Foreign Trade Soars in FY 2081/82: Exports to India Surge by 82.5%, Trade Deficit Widens

Nepal’s Salary and Wage Growth: Regional Disparities Highlight Economic Challenges in FY 2081/82

Nepal’s Inflation Trends: A Four-Year Analysis Shows Declining Rates Amid Economic Growth in FY 2081/82

Nepal’s Inflation at 3.75% in FY 2081/82: Regional Variations and Economic Insights from Nepal Rastra Bank Data

Government Proposes Rs 100 Billion Alternative Development Finance Fund with Insurance Companies’ Participation

Tug-of-War Within Ruling Coalition Over Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Appointment

Nepal’s Foreign Trade Shows Signs of Recovery, but Structural Challenges Persist

Gold Prices in Nepal Soar to Record Highs: Economic Implications and Smuggling Concerns Rise

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

Insights & Analysis

All Articles — Page 260

Nepal’s Custom-Wise Trade in 2024/25: A Tale of Export Surge and Steady Import Growth

India’s Export Trends: A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline in 2024/25

Nepal’s Foreign Trade Soars in FY 2081/82: Exports to India Surge by 82.5%, Trade Deficit Widens

Nepal’s Salary and Wage Growth: Regional Disparities Highlight Economic Challenges in FY 2081/82

Nepal’s Inflation Trends: A Four-Year Analysis Shows Declining Rates Amid Economic Growth in FY 2081/82

Nepal’s Inflation at 3.75% in FY 2081/82: Regional Variations and Economic Insights from Nepal Rastra Bank Data

Government Proposes Rs 100 Billion Alternative Development Finance Fund with Insurance Companies’ Participation

Tug-of-War Within Ruling Coalition Over Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Appointment

Nepal’s Foreign Trade Shows Signs of Recovery, but Structural Challenges Persist

Gold Prices in Nepal Soar to Record Highs: Economic Implications and Smuggling Concerns Rise