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NEPSE Slips Over 39 Points as Most Sectors End in Red 📉

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, शेयर बजार, समाचार, सूचना

The Nepal stock market witnessed a sharp decline on Tuesday as the benchmark NEPSE index dropped by 39.44 points to close at 2,744.40. The fall erased the gains made in the previous trading session and reflected growing selling pressure across the market. 📊 Market Performance The overall market sentiment remained negative throughout the trading day. Along with the benchmark index: The Sensitive Index declined by 1.08 percent The Float Index fell by 1.35 percent Most sectors ended the day with losses, showing weakness across the broader market. 🔻 Sectors Under Pressure Among the biggest losers were: Trading sector – down by 2.33% Hydropower – down by 2.22% Finance – down by 2.03% Hotels and Tourism – down by 2.02% Meanwhile, the mutual fund...

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Rising Prices Continue to Strain Nepali Households

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक

The cost of daily living in Nepal continues to rise as prices of essential goods and services increase across the country. According to recent economic data, households are spending noticeably more on food, transport, education and other everyday needs compared to last year. Urban families have been hit harder than rural communities, with inflation remaining higher in major cities and densely populated areas. 🛒 Food Prices Keep Climbing Several kitchen essentials saw major price increases in recent months. Items with notable price hikes: Cooking oil and ghee Fruits and vegetables Clothing and footwear Transportation services Experts say rising import costs and supply challenges continue to affect market prices. However, some food items such as cer...

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Nepal’s Remittance Lifeline: Strength or Silent Dependency?

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, विदेश / एन.आर.एन, समाचार

Every year, thousands of Nepalis leave home in search of better opportunities abroad. From the Gulf countries to Malaysia, Korea, Japan and Europe, migrant workers continue to send billions back to Nepal — keeping families and, in many ways, the national economy running. But an important question remains: Is Nepal becoming too dependent on remittance income? 💸 Remittance Still Powers Nepal’s Economy According to World Bank data, remittances accounted for nearly 27% of Nepal’s GDP in 2023, placing Nepal among the world’s most remittance-dependent economies. Experts say remittance plays a major role in: Supporting household expenses Funding education and healthcare Boosting foreign currency reserves Maintaining daily economic activity Nepal also receiv...

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Market Slips as NEPSE Sees Broad Decline Across Sectors

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, शेयर बजार

The Nepal Stock Exchange witnessed a slight downturn as the market closed lower, with most sectors ending in the red. 📉 Market Snapshot The NEPSE index dropped by 13.17 points Closed at 2,825.23 points Sensitive and float indices also recorded declines 👉 Overall sentiment remained cautious among investors 🏨 Few Bright Spots Despite the dip, a couple of sectors showed resilience: Hotels and Tourism saw modest growth Trading sector also recorded slight gains 💡 However, the majority of sectors experienced minor losses. 💰 Trading Activity Market activity remained relatively moderate: Total turnover reached Rs 5.43 billion Over 11.6 million shares traded Transactions spread across hundreds of companies 📊 More stocks declined than ...

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Nepal Banks Adopt Two-Day Weekend Under New Rule

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश

Banks and financial institutions in Nepal will now follow a two-day weekend. The central bank has introduced this change to match the government’s new policy. The new system will start from April 6. 📢 What Is the New Rule? The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has made it clear: Banks will close on Saturdays and Sundays The rule applies to all licensed financial institutions It also includes infrastructure banks and clearing services This brings the banking sector in line with public offices. 🕘 New Working Hours Banks will now operate on a fixed weekday schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Winter months: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM These hours aim to keep services smooth and consistent. ⛽ Why This Change? The decision is linked to the ongoing f...

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Nepal’s Public Debt Rises Past Rs 2.87 Trillion in Eight Months

Governance, अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश

Nepal’s total public debt has increased sharply in the first eight months of the current fiscal year. According to the Public Debt Management Office, the country’s debt has now reached Rs 2,878.29 billion by mid-March. At the start of the fiscal year 2082/83 (mid-July), the total debt stood at Rs 2,674.04 billion. This means the government has added over Rs 204 billion in a short period. Total Debt Breakdown Nepal’s public debt includes both domestic and external borrowing. Domestic Debt: Rs 1,348.11 billion External Debt: Rs 1,530.18 billion Key Insight: External debt makes up 53.16% of total debt Domestic debt accounts for 46.84% This shows that Nepal currently depends more on foreign borrowing than internal sources. Debt Compared to GDP ...

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Gold and Silver Prices Decline in Nepal’s Domestic Market

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश

The price of gold in Nepal’s domestic market dropped by Rs 2,000 per tola on Thursday, reversing the gain recorded a day earlier. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, fine gold was priced at Rs 317,000 per tola on Tuesday. The price then increased to Rs 319,000 per tola on Wednesday before falling back to Rs 317,000 per tola on Thursday. This fluctuation shows how gold prices in Nepal can change quickly depending on international market trends and local demand. Silver Prices Also Decline Along with gold, the price of silver also recorded a noticeable drop in the domestic market. Silver prices fell by Rs 205 per tola, decreasing from Rs 5,720 per tola on Wednesday to Rs 5,515 per tola on Thursday, according to the federation. ...

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NEPSE Falls 32 Points After Previous Day’s Circuit Breaker Halt

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, बैँक/ बीमा, शेयर बजार

The benchmark index of the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply on Tuesday after the market had closed early a day earlier due to a circuit breaker. The NEPSE index dropped 32.08 points (1.11%) and closed at 2,843.35 points by the end of the trading session. On Monday, trading had been halted early after the market triggered the 6 percent circuit breaker, which automatically suspends trading when the market rises sharply. Sensitive and Float Index Also Fall Other market indicators also moved downward. The Sensitive Index, which tracks Class “A” companies, fell 0.89 percent. The Float Index, which measures actively traded shares, dropped 1.12 percent. These declines show that selling pressure affected most parts of the market. Most Sectors End i...

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Gold Price in Nepal Today Falls to Rs 300,400 Per Tola

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, समाचार

Kathmandu — Gold prices continued to fall in Nepal on Wednesday. The price dropped by Rs 1,500 per tola, extending the downward trend seen this week. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, fine gold is now trading at Rs 300,400 per tola. On Tuesday, the price was Rs 301,900 per tola. Gold Down Rs 5,400 Since Sunday Gold has been declining since the start of the week. On Sunday, the price stood at Rs 305,800 per tola. Since then, the yellow metal has fallen by Rs 5,400 per tola in just four days. As a result, traders and buyers are closely watching the market for further changes. Silver Price Also Falls Silver prices also decreased slightly on Wednesday. Silver is currently trading at Rs 4,880 per tola, down by Rs 5 from...

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⚡ EV Dreams vs Border Reality: Why Nepal’s EV Imports Are Falling

Automobile, Environment, अर्थतन्त्र, देश, विदेश / एन.आर.एन, समाचार

Electric vehicle (EV) imports to Nepal fell sharply in the first half of the current fiscal year, despite strong domestic demand, due to prolonged disruptions at key northern trade points with China. According to the Department of Customs, EV imports declined by 14.47 percent compared to the same period last year. Nepal imported 5,698 units of EVs including buses, minibuses, cars, jeeps, and vans worth Rs 14 billion during the six-month period. Imports of conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles also dropped. The country imported 2,600 ICE vehicles worth Rs 3.89 billion, marking a 10.59 percent decline year-on-year. China Border Disruptions Hit Supply The decline has been largely attributed to prolonged closures and irregular operations at northern bord...