Prices of edible oil in Nepal have jumped sharply over the past month, increasing by as much as Rs 500 per crate, largely due to rising international raw-material costs. According to the Nepal Retailers Association, wholesale prices of sunflower oil exceeded Rs 2,700 per crate on Monday. In retail markets, sunflower oil is selling for around Rs 300 per liter, while Dhara mustard oil has reached Rs 3,450 per crate. Traders attribute the surge mainly to the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict, which has disrupted global supply chains and pushed up commodity prices. Increased exports to India have also contributed to higher domestic prices. Meanwhile, staple foods such as rice and lentils have largely maintained stable prices.
