US Dollar (USD/NPR)
The USD/NPR rate rose by Rs 0.77 today from Rs 153.04 to Rs 153.81. This increase is mainly a mechanical adjustment reflecting the strengthening of the US Dollar globally. Nepal Rastra Bank maintains a managed exchange rate linked closely to the Indian Rupee, and today’s move aligns with global currency trends rather than any major local news. Overall, the rate shift is part of ongoing currency management amid steady international market conditions.
Scope: NRB published USD/NPR buy rate
Summary
The US Dollar (USD) against the Nepali Rupee (NPR) rose sharply by Rs 0.77 to Rs 153.81 on 2026-10-02. This marks a notable reversal after yesterday's decline, reflecting a mechanical adjustment in line with global currency moves, especially the strengthening of the US Dollar. Nepal Rastra Bank continues to manage the USD/NPR rate closely with a strong link to the Indian Rupee and global trends.
Recent moves
up Rs 0.77 to Rs 153.81 — US Dollar strengthened globally, mechanical adjustment
down Rs 0.24 to Rs 153.04 — NRB cut USD rate amid managed adjustments
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.28 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.28 — no specific local news
up Rs 0.27 to Rs 153.01 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.01 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.01 — no specific local news
up Rs 0.35 to Rs 153.24 — no specific local news
up Rs 0.24 to Rs 152.89 — no specific local news
down Rs 0.36 to Rs 152.65 — no specific local news
down Rs 0.09 to Rs 153.01 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.10 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.10 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.10 — no specific local news
down Rs 0.04 to Rs 153.20 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 153.24 — no specific local news
up Rs 0.65 to Rs 153.24 — NRB set today's rates amid regional currency moves
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 152.59 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 152.59 — no specific local news
flat Rs 0.00 to Rs 152.59 — no specific local news
Context
Nepal Rastra Bank continues to manage the USD/NPR exchange rate with a strong linkage to the Indian Rupee and global currency trends. The recent rise in the USD/NPR rate reflects a mechanical adjustment following the strengthening of the US Dollar globally, as seen in the DXY index and supported by movements in the INR. This managed approach helps maintain stability for remittance inflows and import costs, which are critical for Nepal’s economy. Despite the recent volatility, NRB’s interventions aim to keep the exchange rate predictable, balancing external pressures and domestic needs.
- currency
- NPR
- last market date
- 2026-10-02
- last price
- 153.81
- previous price
- 153.04
- unit
- per USD
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