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NEPSE Index Climbs 64 Points as Banking and Development Bank Stocks Lead Gains

On the last trading day of the week, the NEPSE index rose by 64.69 points to close at 2,877.03. Gains in the Banking and Development Bank sub-sectors boosted market sentiment. A total of 56.92 million shares of 342 stocks were traded. Shares of Corporate Development Bank, Salpa Development Bank, Reliance Spinning Mills, and Solu Hydropower hit the positive circuit limit. Hotel Forest Inn and Sanjen Hydropower saw notable price increases, while the unit price of Nepal Life Samriddhi Investment Plan declined.

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19 Mar, 2026

Bhujung Hydropower Limited Shares Listed on NEPSE, Regular Trading to Begin from Chaitra 8

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Bhujung Hydropower Limited Shares Listed on NEPSE, Regular Trading to Begin from Chaitra 8

Bhujung Hydropower Limited (BJHL) has listed 10 million shares on NEPSE, including 2 million for the public and 8 million by the founders. The opening price range is set at NPR 90.04–270.12, with regular trading to begin after a special pre-opening session on Chaitra 8.

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19 Mar, 2026

US Strikes Iran: National Debt Hits $39 Trillion, Citizens Feel the Strain

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US Strikes Iran: National Debt Hits $39 Trillion, Citizens Feel the Strain

The U.S. has faced major economic losses after attacking Iran, with the national debt reaching $39 trillion. The rising debt will impact Americans through higher borrowing costs for homes and cars, reduced business investment, potential wage cuts, and increased prices for goods and services. Analysts warn that the conflict may force Americans into difficult long-term financial decisions.

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19 Mar, 2026

Gold and Silver Prices Drop in Nepalese Market

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Gold and Silver Prices Drop in Nepalese Market

On Thursday, Chaitra 5, gold and silver prices fell in the Nepalese market. Minted gold is trading at NPR 302,300 per tola, while silver is being traded at NPR 5,010 per tola.

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19 Mar, 2026

Nepal Becomes 173rd Member of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes

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Nepal Becomes 173rd Member of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes

Nepal has joined the global fight against tax evasion by becoming the 173rd member of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes. Nepal is now the 24th Asian country to join the forum. Welcoming the move, forum chair Gaël Perraud said Nepal’s decision will strengthen global cooperation against tax evasion. Finance Minister Rameshwar Prasad Khanal stated that the membership will help improve tax administration, promote transparency, and support domestic resource mobilization.

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19 Mar, 2026

United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL) to Issue 10% Rights Shares from March 26

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United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL) to Issue 10% Rights Shares from March 26

United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL) will open its 10 percent rights share issue from March 26. The company will issue 2.31 million rights shares in the ratio of 10 shares for every 100 shares held, at a face value of Rs 100 per share. Shareholders who held shares until Falgun 14 can apply for the rights issue until April 28. After the issuance, the company’s paid-up capital will increase from Rs 2.31 billion to Rs 2.541 billion.

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19 Mar, 2026

NEA Calls for Bids to Export 500 MW Surplus Electricity to India During Monsoon

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NEA Calls for Bids to Export 500 MW Surplus Electricity to India During Monsoon

Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has invited international bids to sell about 500 MW of surplus electricity during the upcoming monsoon season (Asar–Shrawan) to the Indian market. The authority stated that hydropower plants will operate at full capacity during this period, allowing the export of excess electricity after domestic demand is met. The deadline for bid submission is the end of Chaitra.

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18 Mar, 2026

Idle Funds in Citizen Investment Trust Raise Risk of Income Decline

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Idle Funds in Citizen Investment Trust Raise Risk of Income Decline

Parbat Bahadur Karki, Executive Director of the Citizen Investment Trust, has warned that the trust’s large funds being tied up in fixed deposits could reduce its income. He highlighted challenges such as limited investment diversification, declining loan demand, and overlaps with the Social Security Fund. Karki emphasized the need for clear policies and effective implementation.

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18 Mar, 2026

Helicopter Crashes in Khotang, All Passengers Safe

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Helicopter Crashes in Khotang, All Passengers Safe

A helicopter has crashed in Balabesi, Ward No. 2, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality, Khotang. The helicopter, carrying six passengers from Kathmandu, crashed while attempting to land in a field. Early reports indicate no human casualties.

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18 Mar, 2026

Capital Gains Tax Collection Declines Amid Stock Market Fluctuations

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Capital Gains Tax Collection Declines Amid Stock Market Fluctuations

Kathmandu: The government has collected over NPR 644.1 million in capital gains tax from the stock market during the first eight months of the current fiscal year. Although tax collection was highest in Saun, it has declined in recent months, with only NPR 55.15 million collected in Falgun. Most of the collection came from short-term individual investors, while long-term and institutional participation remained weak. Market fluctuations are directly affecting tax revenue

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18 Mar, 2026

Finance Minister Khanal Urges Investment of Idle Capital into Productive Sectors

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Finance Minister Khanal Urges Investment of Idle Capital into Productive Sectors

Finance Minister Rameshwar Prasad Khanal emphasized channeling available liquidity into productive sectors to build national capital. Speaking at the 36th anniversary of the Citizen Investment Trust (CIT), he urged advancing large infrastructure and long-term projects, increasing public–private partnership (PPP) investments, and mobilizing idle capital. CIT Chairman Tulsi Prasad Ghimire and Executive Director Parbat Kumar Karki highlighted that the trust invests in banks, financial institutions, loans, and equity, focusing on diversification, digital technology, transparency, and long-term returns. While there are some recovery challenges in Nepal Airlines Corporation, management is underway under government guarantee.

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18 Mar, 2026

West Asia Conflict Pushes 320 Million People Worldwide Toward Hunger, WFP Warns

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West Asia Conflict Pushes 320 Million People Worldwide Toward Hunger, WFP Warns

Kathmandu – The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that the ongoing conflict in West Asia between the United States, Israel, and Iran has put nearly 320 million people worldwide at risk of hunger. The war has already driven up food and fuel prices and could push an additional 45 million people into hunger if it continues and oil prices exceed $100 per barrel. The WFP highlighted that vulnerable populations will be most affected. Relief operations are already under strain due to rising fuel and transportation costs, reduced international aid, and disrupted supply chains. Countries far from the conflict, such as Somalia, Kenya, Sudan, and Afghanistan, are also experiencing worsening food insecurity, with millions unable to receive adequate aid. The WFP has appealed for an additional $77 million to support emergency food assistance over the next three months.

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18 Mar, 2026

Tourism Group Expands in Stock Market with New Company Listings

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Tourism Group Expands in Stock Market with New Company Listings

The tourism sector in the stock market is expanding. Previously, only three hotel companies were listed, but now cable car and aviation companies have also joined, increasing both the group’s scope and trading activity. This fiscal year, new entrants like Bandipur Cable Car and Tourism Limited and Hotel Forest Inn Limited have joined the market. Currently, eight companies are listed under the tourism group in NEPSE, while sixteen more are in the IPO pipeline, including Sri Airlines, Kailash Helicopter, Prabhu Helicopter, Yeti Airlines, and several five-star hotels. Investment opportunities in the tourism sector are on the rise.

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18 Mar, 2026

Rising Fuel and Material Costs Pressure Nepal’s Construction Sector

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Rising Fuel and Material Costs Pressure Nepal’s Construction Sector

Nepal’s construction sector is facing dual pressure as rising international fuel prices and alleged cartel practices in construction materials drive up costs. The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased petrol and diesel prices, while entrepreneurs report artificial shortages and fluctuating prices in cement and iron rods. The Nepal Construction Entrepreneurs’ Federation has urged the government to declare a ‘Construction Holiday’ to stabilize the market. Industry representatives, however, say that rising production and transport costs, not cartelization, are behind the price increases.

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18 Mar, 2026

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Gold and Silver Prices Decline

Kathmandu: Gold and silver prices declined in the Nepali market on Wednesday. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Federation, gold fell by NPR 2,200 per tola to NPR 307,700, while silver dropped by NPR 185 to NPR 5,150 per tola.

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18 Mar, 2026

Nepal Rastra Bank Cuts Directed Lending Requirement from 40% to 30%

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Nepal Rastra Bank Cuts Directed Lending Requirement from 40% to 30%

Kathmandu — Nepal Rastra Bank has reduced the directed lending requirement for banks and financial institutions from 40% to 30%. The agricultural lending threshold has been lowered to 10%, while 20% of loans must now be allocated to sectors such as energy, tourism, IT, MSMEs, and domestic raw material-based industries. Development banks and finance companies are required to maintain 20% and 15% directed lending, respectively.

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18 Mar, 2026

NEPSE Rebounds After Volatile Session, Technical Indicators Signal Bullish Momentum

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NEPSE Rebounds After Volatile Session, Technical Indicators Signal Bullish Momentum

NEPSE Rebounds After Volatile Session, Technical Indicators Signal Bullish Momentum Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market staged a recovery on Tuesday, closing higher after a day marked by sharp intraday fluctuations. The NEPSE index rose by 13.51 points to settle at 2812.34, reversing the previous session’s decline. Despite the positive close, the market’s behavior throughout the day reflected lingering uncertainty among investors, with sentiment stabilizing only toward the final trading hours as buying pressure intensified. Turnover also showed a marginal improvement, indicating a gradual return of investor participation. Total transactions reached Rs 12.03 billion, up from Rs 11.97 billion in the previous session. A total of 340 stocks were traded through over 106,000 transactions, involving more than 34.8 million shares. The increase in both volume and turnover suggests that market activity is picking up, although confidence remains cautious rather than fully restored.

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17 Mar, 2026

Finance Minister Meets Financial Regulators, Emphasizes Stability and Investment Growth

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Finance Minister Meets Financial Regulators, Emphasizes Stability and Investment Growth

Finance Minister Meets Financial Regulators, Emphasizes Stability and Investment Growth Kathmandu — Finance Minister Rameshore Khanal held a meeting with the heads of key financial regulatory bodies on Tuesday, focusing on financial stability, investment promotion, and economic governance. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Finance in Singha Durbar.

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17 Mar, 2026

Kalanga Hydro to Open IPO from Chaitra 10, Priority for Locals and Nepalis Abroad

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Kalanga Hydro to Open IPO from Chaitra 10, Priority for Locals and Nepalis Abroad

Kalanga Hydro to Open IPO from Chaitra 10, Priority for Locals and Nepalis Abroad Kathmandu — Kalanga Hydro Limited is set to open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) from Chaitra 10, targeting project-affected local residents and Nepali citizens working abroad in the first phase. The company will issue shares from the portion allocated for the general public. The company has received approval to issue 4.9 million shares worth Rs 490 million, which represents 35 percent of its issued capital of Rs 1.40 billion. The IPO has a face value of Rs 100 per share.

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17 Mar, 2026

Global Money Week 2026 Begins, Focus on Strengthening Financial Literacy

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Global Money Week 2026 Begins, Focus on Strengthening Financial Literacy

Global Money Week 2026 Begins, Focus on Strengthening Financial Literacy Kathmandu — Global Money Week 2026 has officially begun under the theme “Smart Money Talks,” marking the fourteenth edition of the week-long campaign observed every March. The initiative aims to promote financial literacy among adolescents and youth, encouraging better understanding of money management from an early age. On the opening day, Nepal Rastra Bank, in collaboration with the Insurance Authority, Securities Board of Nepal, and the Department of Cooperatives, organized a launch event in Kathmandu. Around 500 students from Grades 8 to 10 representing various schools participated in the program, highlighting efforts to integrate financial awareness at the school level.

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17 Mar, 2026