Nepal’s smartphone market continues to expand as imports surged by 26 percent in the first five months of FY 2082/83. Customs data show imports worth Rs 19.3 billion, totaling more than 1.07 million units. After accounting for taxes, margins, and retail markups, the market size has reached Rs 26.79 billion. Mid-range smartphones priced between Rs 20,000 and Rs 35,000 dominate sales, reflecting growing consumer preference for feature-rich and higher-end devices across the country.
