Nepal’s exports surge 57 percent to Rs 114.28 billion in first quarter

Kathmandu, Oct 28: Nepal’s merchandise exports rose by 57.03 percent year-on-year to Rs 114.28 billion in the first quarter of the current fiscal year 2026/27, according to the Department of Customs.

This compares to exports of Rs 72.78 billion during the same period last fiscal year. Last fiscal year Nepal exported merchandise worth over Rs 315 billion, a new record. Imports rose by 38.18 percent to Rs 646.78 billion as festive season saw demand rise. This compared to imports of Rs 468 billion.