What caused the musang king durian price drop this week?

A bumper Malaysian harvest created a supply glut. Orchards and wholesalers are moving fruit quickly, lowering asking prices to keep stock fresh. This surge in supply spilled into export lanes, pushing more fruit into Singapore and triggering aggressive promotions as sellers prioritise rapid turnover and cash flow before the harvest peak subsides.

Will cheaper Musang King help with Singapore food inflation?

Yes, but likely only for a short period. Lower import costs can feed into promotions at stalls and dessert shops, easing some pressure on discretionary food spending. Once Malaysia’s harvest passes peak and supply tightens, prices may normalise, reducing the temporary relief on Singapore food inflation metrics.

How long can Singapore buyers expect low prices to last?

Vendors suggest the best deals may fade after early January as supply normalises. Timing depends on remaining orchard output, logistics, and export demand. If inventories clear quickly, prices can rebound fast. Shoppers hunting value should act soon and watch for limited-time promotions that move with daily freshness and stock levels.

What is the practical playbook for F&B operators now?

Use short-dated supply, dynamic pricing, and high-velocity bundles to drive volume while inputs are cheap. Pre-process pulp to reduce waste and extend menu life. Track sell-through, shrink, and net margin daily. Plan to taper discounts quickly if prices snap back, keeping unit economics healthy as conditions shift.

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Musang King Prices Plunge: Singapore Demand Surges — December 31

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 31, 2025December 31, 2025

The musang king durian price drop is reshaping year-end spending in Singapore. A bumper Malaysian harvest has pushed Musang King prices to multi-year lows, with local vendors reporting a 20–40% sales surge as at December 31. RM1 “happy hour” deals in Sarawak show how deep the Malaysia durian glut runs. For Singapore, cheaper fruit could cool Singapore food inflation in the near term and lift F&B footfall, though vendors expect prices to rebound after early January as supply normalises.