The price of local eggs in Thimphu has more than doubled in just two years. A tray of 30 eggs that cost around Nu. 240 in September 2024 now costs about Nu. 530.

But not all essentials have followed the same trend. Rice prices have remained virtually unchanged, while edible oil has become about 23% more expensive.

What is driving these changes? Which brands offer better value? And what do the trends mean for consumers and policymakers?

The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) takes a closer look in its latest report, “Price Trends of Essential Commodities in Thimphu Thromde: Rice, Edible Oil and Local Eggs, September 2024 to September 2026.”

View the link to read the report: https://ccaa.gov.bt/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Price-Trends-Essential-Commodities-Thimphu.pdf