Nepal’s imports and exports rise in first month of FY 2025/26
Summary
Nepal's imports increased by 11.42 percent and exports surged by 95.75 percent in the first month of FY 2025/26, raising total foreign trade to Rs 166.97 billion. However, the trade deficit widened to Rs 119.10 billion due to higher imports.
Key Points
- Nepal’s imports rose by 11.42 percent in the first month of FY 2025/26, reaching Rs 143.40 billion.
- Exports increased by 95.75 percent to Rs 23.93 billion in the same period.
- Total foreign trade was Rs 166.97 billion, an 18.75 percent increase from last year.
- Trade deficit widened by 2.55 percent to Rs 119.10 billion due to higher imports.
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