In August 2019, retail prices of most food commodities monitored in 15 major markets across Nepal showed marginal fluctuations as compared to last month, indicating a relatively stable market with smooth supply and transportation services.
The overall inflation rate in August 2019 was 6.9 percent. The food and beverage group was stable at 8.02 percent, although several food sub-groups were relatively higher: vegetables (23.4%), fruits (20.2%), spices (13.2%) and meat and fish (10.2%).
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