Rising Petroleum and Transport Costs Drive Up Prices of Vegetables and Fruits

The increase in petroleum prices and transportation costs is directly inflating the prices of vegetables and fruits in Kathmandu's Kalimati market. Indian-imported tomatoes are selling at NPR 75 per kg, whereas locally produced tomatoes remain cheaper at NPR 30, showing a 2.5 times cost difference. The higher cost of fuel leads to increased trucking charges, pushing up prices in the consumer basket. Luxury vegetables like shiitake and oyster mushrooms have become significantly expensive, adding pressure on consumers. This inflation impacts everyday Nepali investors by reducing their disposable income for other investments.

• Petroleum price hikes and transportation cost increases push daily vegetable and fruit prices higher in Kathmandu markets. #SamacharSanjal #NEPSE #GoldPriceNepal #StockMarketNepal