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NEPSE Rallies Higher as Bullish Sentiment Prevails
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has extended its bullish run, surging by 23.94 points on Tuesday, the third trading day of the week. This upward momentum has further solidified NEPSE’s position, with the benchmark index closing at 2115.94 points, reflecting a 1.14 percent gain. The robust trading activity and positive market sentiment have fueled optimism […]
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Nepal’s Bank Deposits Surge, Loans Decline
Nepal’s banking sector has witnessed a notable shift in financial dynamics, according to the latest statistics released by the Nepal Bankers’ Association. While bank deposits have surged by a staggering Rs 26 billion in the month of Baisakh (April/May) of the current fiscal year, bank loans have contracted by Rs 15.19 billion during the same […]
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Nepal’s Mounting Trade Deficit Raises Economic Concerns
Nepal’s trade deficit has reached an alarming level, with figures from the Department of Customs revealing a staggering Rs 1177 billion deficit as of the end of the month of Baisakh (mid-May) in the current financial year. This widening trade gap, fueled by a surge in imports and lackluster export performance, has raised concerns about […]
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Nepal’s Mounting Trade Deficit Raises Economic Concerns
Nepal’s trade deficit has reached an alarming level, with figures from the Department of Customs revealing a staggering Rs 1177 billion deficit as of the end of the month of Baisakh (mid-May) in the current financial year. This widening trade gap, fueled by a surge in imports and lackluster export performance, has raised concerns about […]
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Nepal’s Foreign Trade Declines Significantly, Imports Outweigh Exports
Nepal’s trade landscape reflects a concerning downturn, with foreign trade experiencing a substantial decline during the first ten months of the current fiscal year. Reports indicate a stark plunge of 36.69 billion rupees, painting a challenging picture for the nation’s economic outlook. As of April, Nepal’s total foreign trade stands at 1.429 trillion rupees, showcasing […]
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Nepal’s Ambitious Multi-Hazard Early Warning System to Cost $614 Million
In a groundbreaking move to fortify disaster response capabilities, Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) unveils plans for a comprehensive multi-hazard early warning system. Estimated at a staggering Rs 81 billion 40 million and 80 thousand (US$ 614 million), this initiative aims to revolutionize disaster preparedness across the nation. The NDRRMA reveals […]
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Nepali Stock Market Witnesses Broad Gains: NEPSE Index Soars
In a notable surge, all indices of the Nepali stock market experienced an upward trajectory on Tuesday. The NEPSE index surged by 28.62 points, marking a 1.43% increase compared to the previous day and reaching an impressive 2027 points. This bullish trend was reflected in the performance of companies, with 219 witnessing price hikes, 22 […]
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Nepal Records Robust Remittance Inflows Amidst Economic Landscape
Nepal continues to witness substantial remittance inflows, with the latest report from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) shedding light on key trends in the country’s economic landscape. Remittance Inflows: Nepal received Rs. 1082.62 billion in remittances over the past nine months, indicating a significant 19.8 percent increase compared to the same period last year. This […]
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Nepal’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Surge by 24.2% to New Heights
Nepal’s foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a remarkable surge, according to the latest data released by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). In mid-April 2024, the gross foreign exchange reserves soared by an impressive 24.2 percent, reaching a staggering Rs. 1911.86 billion, a significant increase from the Rs. 1539.36 billion recorded in mid-July 2023. In US […]
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