Nepal Economic Growth
Bagmati Province Leads Nepali GDP Contributions
Bagmati Province has emerged as the frontrunner in contributing to Nepal’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), while Karnali Province lags behind, according to the latest Provincial GDP Estimates for the fiscal year 2080/81 released by the National Statistics Office (NSO). The report, made public on Wednesday, reveals that Bagmati Province is estimated to account for a […]
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NCC’s Bold Vision: Rs. 1,000 Billion Export Target
The Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC), under the leadership of its newly elected President, Kamlesh Agrawal, has formulated an ambitious plan to propel the country’s annual export capacity to an unprecedented Rs. 1,000 billion. This bold initiative, outlined in the NCC’s export promotion action plan, aims to catalyze export growth and reduce the nation’s trade […]
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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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NRB Revises Vehicle Loan Rules, Eases Home Loan Criteria
In a significant move aimed at promoting financial inclusion and supporting economic growth, the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced key revisions to its monetary policy during the third-quarter review for the fiscal year 2023/24. Among the notable changes, the central bank has reduced the risk weightage on vehicle loans and eased the eligibility criteria […]
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Comprehensive Guide Launched to Boost Nepal’s Cashmere Products
In a significant boost for Nepal’s Pashmina industry, a comprehensive trade facilitation guide has been launched to support small-scale businesses in exporting the renowned Nepali Pashmina to major international markets. The guide was jointly unveiled by Myriam Ferran, Deputy Director General for International Partnerships of the European Commission; Veronique Lorenzo, Ambassador of the European Union […]
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Revival of Gorakhkali Rubber Udhyog
In a significant move to revive ailing public enterprises, the Nepali government has unveiled a policy to resume the operation of sick public enterprises, including the Gorakhakali Rubber Udhyog. This announcement was made by President Ramchandra Paudel while presenting the government’s policy and program for the upcoming fiscal year of 2081/82 BS (2024/2025). President Paudel […]
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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 Economic Outlook: Positive Trends in Key Indicators
Nepal’s economic landscape demonstrates resilience and positive growth trajectories across several key indicators as per the latest report by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). The report highlights encouraging trends in various economic facets: Inflation Trends: CPI-based inflation remained stable at 4.61 percent year-on-year (y-o-y), down from 7.76 percent compared to the previous year. Food and […]
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