Food prices are on the rise again in Nepal. Here’s a look at the reasons
The central bank’s report shows that vegetable inflation rose sharply, increasing 43.05 percent in mid-December compared to the time last fiscal year.
Inflation biggest concern for Bangladesh in 2025: World Economic Forum
In its Global Risks Report 2025, the WEF, an independent international organization, stated that extreme weather events—such as floods and heatwaves—and pollution are two…
Farmers in Nepal’s Mahottari struggle as vegetable prices plummet
A growing trend of youth migration to urban areas or foreign countries for better opportunities has left rural farming communities with a shrinking labour force. As a result, many…
In Bangladesh, foreign fruits turn costlier for duty hike
The duty on some fresh fruits, such as grapes, apples, and watermelons, as well as on juices, was raised to 30 percent from 20 per cent.
In Bangladesh, VAT, SD on nearly 100 items hiked despite inflation worries
Consumers will be required to pay up to 15 per cent VAT on restaurants, biscuits and cakes, pickles and tomato sauce, clothes, tailoring shops and tailors, toilet tissue, napkins…
Price freeze on some seafood, pork, vegetables at FairPrice outlets in Singapore from through CNY period
The price freeze comes after FPG announced in December 2024 that those who hold blue and orange Community Health Assist Scheme – or Chas – cards will enjoy 6 per cent…
Inflation speeds up to 2.9% in December 2024 — Philippine Statistics Authority
But the reading was nevertheless within the 2.3 to 3.1 percent forecast range of the central bank for the month.
Laos’ inflation dropped to 16.9 percent in December 2024
Most Lao residents, however, are still complaining that despite the drop in the inflation rate, the prices of goods continued to be stable but high.
Inflation in Thailand rises slightly in December, driven by food and fuel
Average inflation for 2024 was 0.40%, within government's target range of 0.2-0.8%.
Squeezed by inflation, Bangladeshis seek refuge in mini-packs
Due to high inflation, many people are switching from standard washing powder brands to cheaper brands. This is happening across all FMCG categories.