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Nepal’s Economic Landscape: Volatility, Reforms, and Progress
Nepal’s economic landscape has been marked by volatility and strategic planning, as the nation navigates global instabilities, domestic reforms, and sectoral advancements. The fluctuations in gold prices, mirrored by the NEPSE index’s volatility, underscore the market’s sensitivity to geopolitical tensions, monetary policy shifts, and economic uncertainties. Amidst this dynamic environment, Nepal unveiled its new fiscal […]
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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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Gold Prices Drop by Rs 1,200 per Tola in Nepal
The domestic gold market in Nepal experienced a notable decrease in prices today, with the rate of fine gold falling by a substantial Rs 1,200 per tola. According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of fine gold has been fixed at Rs 140,600 per tola, while standard gold is currently traded […]
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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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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 Unveils Startup Policy to Boost Entrepreneurship
In a bid to foster innovation and entrepreneurship, the Nepali government has announced the ‘National Startups Policy, 2080’, which outlines a range of incentives and facilitation measures for startup enterprises in the country. The policy, adopted and enforced by the Council of Ministers, aims to promote and facilitate investment in startups by providing waivers, easing […]
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Nepal ISPs Await Court Ruling on Internet Tax Payment
In a move that could potentially impact internet access and prices in Nepal, internet service providers (ISPs) are eagerly awaiting the full text of the Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the payment of taxes they collected from customers. This comes after the court scrapped a writ petition filed by Worldlink Communications, ordering ISPs to pay the […]
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Private Sector Calls for Increased Capital Expenditure to Boost Economic Growth
As Nepal gears up for the presentation of the annual budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 on May 28, the country’s private sector has been counting on the government to target a larger capital expenditure outlay to support higher economic growth amid the ongoing economic slowdown. In a pre-budget discussion organized by the Society of […]
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Nepal’s Economic Roadmap: Bridging Policy and Progress
Nepal’s Economic Roadmap: Bridging Policy and Progress In a thought-provoking interaction organized by the Institute for Strategic and Socio-Economic Research (ISSR) and Khabarhub at the Pavilion Hall in Kathmandu, experts and key figures delved into the intricate relationship between monetary and fiscal policies, underscoring their pivotal roles in addressing contemporary economic and social challenges. The […]
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DFI Investments Crucial for Nepal’s Economic Growth and LDC Graduation
As Nepal stands at a critical juncture to graduate from the least developed countries (LDCs) category by 2026, the investment from development finance institutions (DFIs) has become crucial for the nation’s economic growth, according to experts and participants at a function held on Tuesday. DFIs are specialized foreign government-backed institutions that invest in commercially viable […]
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