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What Nepal Can Learn From Small Countries That Succeeded

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, शिक्षा, सामाजिक

Nepal is a small country with big potential. Although it faces challenges such as infrastructure gaps, unemployment, and slow economic growth, other small nations have shown that size does not determine success. Countries like Singapore and Estonia have transformed themselves through smart policies, innovation, and long-term planning. So, what can Nepal learn from them? 1. Invest in Digital Government Estonia is often called the world's most digital country. Today, about 99% of its public services are available online, making government services faster and more efficient. Citizens can file taxes, access records, and complete many official tasks digitally. What Nepal Can Learn Expand online government services Reduce paperwork and bureaucracy Improv...

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Gold and Silver Prices Continue to Slide in Nepal 📉💰

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश

Nepal's bullion market saw another sharp decline on Sunday, with both gold and silver prices falling significantly compared to previous trading sessions. 🟡 Gold Drops by Rs 8,200 Per Tola The price of fine gold fell by Rs 8,200 per tola, bringing the market rate down to Rs 300,800 per tola. Just days ago, gold had reached record highs, making the recent decline one of the biggest drops seen in recent weeks. ⚪ Silver Also Records a Sharp Fall Silver prices followed a similar trend, dropping by Rs 335 per tola. The precious metal is now being traded at Rs 4,895 per tola after previously crossing the Rs 5,400 mark. 📊 What This Means for Buyers The continued price correction may offer some relief to: 💍 Jewelry buyers 🛒 Wedding season shoppers 📈 Pr...

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Banking and Digital Payment Growth in Nepal

अर्थतन्त्र, आर्थिक, देश, लेख, विचार

Nepal is rapidly moving toward a digital economy. More people now use mobile banking, QR payments, and digital wallets instead of cash. From shopping to paying utility bills, digital payments have become a part of daily life in Nepal. According to recent reports, digital transactions in Nepal crossed Rs 98 trillion in fiscal year 2024/25, showing strong growth in the banking and fintech sector. (CEO Tab) Digital Payments Growing Fast Digital payment systems have expanded quickly in the last few years. Key growth statistics include: Nepal’s total digital transactions increased by 71% in FY 2024/25. (CEO Tab) QR-based payments grew by 91% in one year. (NEPSE Trading) Mobile banking transactions crossed Rs 5 trillion. (NEPSE Trading) QR payment transacti...

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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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A New Editorial Era Begins at Kantipur Daily

देश, लेख, समाचार

Gokarna Raj Awasthi has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of Kantipur Daily, marking a fresh chapter for one of Nepal’s leading newspapers. 🌟 A Leader with Diverse Experience Awasthi brings over two decades of experience across multiple fields, including: 📰 Journalism and editorial leadership 📊 Economic analysis and policy work 🌍 International development and SDGs 🎓 Academia and teaching This unique mix gives him a strong understanding of Nepal’s media and economic landscape. 🔁 A Return to Familiar Grounds This is not his first time at Kantipur. Previously served as Business Editor Helped strengthen economic journalism Contributed to shaping public discourse on Nepal’s economy His return signals both continuity and fresh perspec...

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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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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...