AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTrade and Prices: Tatopani has reopened for three days to clear stranded cargo, but China border disruptions are still pushing up import costs. Apple prices have risen by Rs40–50 per kg, adding to Dashain budget pressures. Festival Economy: Dashain spending is lifting demand across Nepal, even as higher food, transport and production costs squeeze households. Flood Recovery: The Bhotekoshi disaster caused an estimated Rs79.17 billion in damage; nearly half of surveyed households who lost homes want government-provided land or housing. Nepal and the World Bank are also exploring an earthquake catastrophe bond. Farmers: The Dairy Development Corporation plans to pay farmers every fortnight from January, addressing long delays. Economic Outlook: Inflation reached 6.34%, while remittances rose 23.9%; foreign reserves stood at Rs4.07 trillion, enough for 20.9 months of imports. Business: Nepal Telecom has signed on as the official telecom partner for the Nepal Premier League’s third season.
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