The NEPSE index concluded today’s trading session at 2,154.07, showing a modest single-digit increase of 9.91 points or 0.46% compared to the previous day’s closing. However, it is worth noting that the index experienced a significant surge of 47.07 points in the previous trading session.
The trading day commenced with the index opening at 2,147.69 and displayed some downward momentum by reaching an intraday low of 2,146.52. However, it also reached an intraday high of 2,171.13 before ultimately settling at its closing value of 2,154.07.
Throughout the day, a total of 255 scrips were traded in 56,476 transactions. The trading volume amounted to 8,676,438 shares, resulting in a turnover of Rs. 3.54 Arba.
Among the various stocks, Swabalamban Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SWBBL) had the highest turnover, with a value of Rs. 21.77 crores, and closed at a market price of Rs. 875. The shares of HLI were the most actively traded.
In terms of individual stock performance, BPW Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (BPW) recorded the highest gain of 10%, while United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL) rose by 9.99%, reaching the positive circuit for the day. Conversely, Sanima Large Cap Fund (SLCF) experienced the most significant decline of 5.14%.
Regarding sector indices, six of them ended the day in negative territory. The “Non-Life Insurance” sector witnessed the highest gain, increasing by 1.55%. On the other hand, the “Hotel and Tourism” sector registered the most significant loss, declining by 1.45%.
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