In the third week of May 2026, the Afghani exchange rate held steady at AFN 63.8/USD, showing a 9% and 16% improvement compared to the previous year and the three-year average, respectively. The domestic market exhibited adequate commodity availability, bolstered by ongoing harvests and regional trade, although transportation costs and geopolitical uncertainties posed risks to supply chains. National average food prices generally declined, with notable decreases in wheat grain, cooking oil, and vegetables, while some items like low-quality rice and salt saw slight increases. The labor market showed a slight improvement in availability, reaching 2.0 days per week, although it remained lower than previous years due to limited job opportunities.
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