Daily NK provides reliable market data and economic intelligence from North Korea, serving research institutions, government agencies, and policy organizations with critical insights into one of the world’s most closed economies.
Market Data Collection
Bi-weekly data collection from Pyongyang, Hyesan, and Sinuiju:
- Pork prices – Protein market indicators
- Diesel & Gas prices – Transportation fuel markets
- Corn prices – Agricultural commodity tracking
- CNY/KPW exchange rates – Cross-border trade dynamics
- (Since 2024) Cooking oil, sugar, and flour prices – Essential food commodity indicators
Our systematic data collection provides consistent, reliable metrics for economic analysis and policy research.
📧 For pricing and subscription information: dailynkenglish@uni-media.com
Public Access Data
Freely available through our website:
Rice Prices – North Korea’s staple food commodity pricing
USD/KPW Exchange Rates – Official and market currency rates
These datasets provide foundational economic indicators for preliminary research and ongoing monitoring.
Energy Sector Intelligence
Comprehensive energy market data collected bi-weekly since June 2019:
- Propane prices (per 20 kg)
- Butane gas prices (per can)
- Coal prices (per briquette)
- Wood/firewood prices (per cubic meter)
- Solar power prices (per 30w)
This longitudinal dataset enables trend analysis and energy security assessments across North Korea’s diverse energy markets.
Custom Research Services
Daily NK conducts targeted market research on specific commodities or economic sectors based on client requirements. Our research team can design data collection protocols to address particular analytical needs or policy questions.
Contact Information
For detailed information about our data services:
- Subscription plans and pricing
- Data methodology and collection protocols
- Custom research proposals
- Sample datasets for evaluation
📧 Research Services: dailynkenglish@uni-media.net
Daily NK serves leading research institutions and government agencies with reliable North Korean economic intelligence.
