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  • NEPSE Index Gains 3.20% Despite Ups and Downs

    NEPSE Index Gains 3.20% Despite Ups and Downs


    n the recent trading week, the NEPSE index closed at 2,155.82, marking a notable 3.20% gain from the previous week’s closing at 2,088.99. The index experienced volatility, ranging from 2,093.46 to 2,215.29, with a fluctuation of 121.83 points. Key indicators, such as the RSI and MACD, suggest a bullish trend, but further confirmation is needed. The highest intraday gain occurred on Tuesday, with 54.55 points and a weekly turnover of Rs 31.41 Arba.

    Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) emerged as the top gainer, closing at Rs. 653 with a 44.28% increment. Conversely, Mid Solu Hydropower Company Limited (MSHL) saw a 9.07% decrease, closing at Rs. 510.10. In terms of turnover, HRL was the most traded company, with shares worth Rs. 2.56 Arba exchanged. Naasa Securities Co. Ltd (Broker No- 58) stood out as both the top buyer and seller broker during the week.

  • NMB Bank and HIDCL to Invest 7.40 Arba Rupees in Upper Modi A Hydropower Project

    NMB Bank and HIDCL to Invest 7.40 Arba Rupees in Upper Modi A Hydropower Project


    NMB Bank and the Hydroelectricity Investment and Development (HIDCL) Company have jointly committed a substantial investment of 7.40 Arba rupees towards the Upper Modi A hydropower project. In this collaboration, NMB Bank will contribute 4.40 Arba rupees, while HIDCL will invest 3 Arba rupees. The signing of a tripartite loan agreement formalized this partnership, witnessed by Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation Minister Shakti Bahadur Basnet, involving the project promoters Modi Hydropower Company, NMB Bank, and HIDCL.

    The comprehensive cost of the entire project, inclusive of interest during construction, is estimated to be 10.57 Arba rupees. Financing for the project will comprise 70% from debt and the remaining 30% from equity, sourced from the project authority and the public. The objective is to complete the Upper Modi A hydroelectric initiative within a four-year timeframe, currently in the preparatory stages with evaluations ongoing for civil and hydromechanical aspects under Phase 1. Simultaneously, construction is underway for essential infrastructure such as project site offices and residences.

    Crucial approvals for land acquisition, including forested areas, have been secured, and NEA Engineering Company is slated to oversee construction. This company will also supervise the 18.2 MW Upper Modi Hydroelectric Project. Financial management for the 42 MW Upper Modi A hydroelectric project, situated in the Annapurna Rural Municipality of Kaski, will be handled through a subsidiary company of the Nepal Electricity Authority.

    Minister Basnet highlighted the government’s commitment to enhancing domestic electricity consumption and exporting surplus power to neighboring countries like India and Bangladesh. He emphasized a shift in perspective, noting that hydropower is now recognized not just as infrastructure but also for its economic potential through electricity consumption.

  • Life Insurance Companies in Nepal Achieve Remarkable Premium Collection of Rs. 61.75 Arba in the First Five Months of FY 2080/81

    Life Insurance Companies in Nepal Achieve Remarkable Premium Collection of Rs. 61.75 Arba in the First Five Months of FY 2080/81


    During the first fifth month of the fiscal year 2080/81, life insurance companies in Nepal achieved an impressive milestone by collecting a substantial amount of premiums totaling Rs. 61.75 Arba. This significant premium collection resulted from a cumulative total of 13,754,483 active insurance policies held by policyholders until the month of Mangsir.

    A report published by the Nepal Insurance Authority reveals that Reliable Nepal Life Insurance Company stands out with the highest number of active policies, boasting 3,264,677 policies. Following closely is National Life Insurance Company with 1,579,259 policies, while Prabhu Mahalaxmi Life Insurance Ltd holds the lowest number of active insurance policies with 168,986 policies.

    In terms of total insurance charges, Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited takes the lead with charges amounting to Rs. 16.76 Arba. National Life Insurance Company follows closely with charges of Rs. 7.16 Arba, and Life Insurance Corporation Limited with Rs. 6.92 Arba.

  • NEPSE Concludes The Week With 0.95% Loss and Turnover of Rs 18.15 Arba; Weekly Summary with Sector Comparison, Major Highlights, and More

    NEPSE Concludes The Week With 0.95% Loss and Turnover of Rs 18.15 Arba; Weekly Summary with Sector Comparison, Major Highlights, and More


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) experienced fluctuations during the week, witnessing its highest intraday loss of 30.05 points on Tuesday, accompanied by a turnover of Rs 4.04 Arba. However, the total turnover for the week reached Rs 18.15 Arba, with over 4.96 crore unit shares traded through 3,92,995 transactions. The current market capitalization of NEPSE stands at Rs. 3,183,416.94 million, equivalent to Rs 31.83 Kharba.

    The NEPSE index declined by 0.95% over the week, and only four sector indices closed in the green. Among the top gainers of the week, Muktinath Krishi Company Limited (MKCL) showed significant growth, closing at Rs. 615.80 with a 46.34% increment.

    Conversely, Himalayan Bank Limited Promoter (HBLPO) faced a notable decline of 26.03%, with its last traded price (LTP) standing at Rs. 221.90. The analysis includes data from the SS Pro Software, covering top stocks by turnover, volume, and number of transactions.

    Sonapur Minerals and Oil Limited (SONA) emerged as the top-traded company of the week, with shares worth Rs. 93.10 Crore being traded. Naasa Securities Co. Ltd (Broker No- 58) played a significant role, being the top buyer broker with purchases amounting to Rs. 1.10 Arba. On the selling side, Naasa Securities Co. Ltd (Broker No- 58) also held the top position, selling stocks worth Rs. 1.32 Arba. The detailed analysis was conducted using the SS Pro Software, providing insights into the market dynamics throughout the week.

  • Revival of Real Estate Expo: Unveiling Trends, Solutions, and Innovations in Nepal’s Property Market

    Revival of Real Estate Expo: Unveiling Trends, Solutions, and Innovations in Nepal’s Property Market


     

    The Nepal Land and Housing Development Association has announced the revival of the ‘Real Estate Expo,’ scheduled to run for four days starting Thursday. The event, previously halted since 2076 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is expected to provide valuable insights into the current state of the real estate industry, along with addressing its challenges and solutions.

    Bidur Dhamala, President of the association and Coordinator of the Fair Coordinator Committee, highlighted the expo’s role in contributing to the development and expansion of the real estate business. The event aims to bring together businesses and consumers involved in scientific, orderly, and safe land development and urbanization for construction.

    The association envisions the expo as a platform where significant contributors to the real estate sector can showcase their latest products and services, fostering information exchange and networking. With a target turnover of 2.5 arba rupees during the four-day fair, the event will feature 60 stalls representing earthquake-resistant houses and apartments, land planning and development, construction material manufacturers and sellers, engineering and architecture consultants, as well as banking and insurance companies.

    Businesses specializing in electrical goods, furniture, pipes, sanitary ware fittings, paints, vehicles, decorative items, and insurance, banking, and architecture will participate in the expo, displaying their products and offering related consulting services.

    The ‘Real Estate Expo’ is poised to be a significant event for industry stakeholders, providing a platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and showcasing the latest advancements in the real estate sector.

     

  • NEPSE Index Faces Substantial Decline: Market Highlights and Sector Dynamics

    NEPSE Index Faces Substantial Decline: Market Highlights and Sector Dynamics


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index recorded a significant double-digit loss of 21.03 points, equivalent to 0.99%, compared to the previous day’s closing, concluding at 2,088.07 points. The index had experienced a substantial loss of 32.77 points in the trading session preceding this one.

    The day’s trading session commenced with the index opening at 2,113.69. It fluctuated throughout the day, hitting an intraday low of 2,082.93 and reaching an intraday high of 2,132.63.

    During the course of today’s trading activities, a total of 309 different stocks were traded in 128,356 transactions. The volume of shares traded amounted to 18,589,379, with a total turnover of Rs. 7.11 Arba. The market capitalization stood at Rs. 32.43 Kharba, accompanied by a float market capitalization of Rs. 11.16 Kharba.

    Notably, SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) emerged with the highest turnover, totaling Rs. 30.43 crores, and closed at a market price of Rs. 570.

    On the positive side, ten companies experienced a positive circuit for the day. However, on the downside, Jyoti Bikash Bank Bond 2087 (JBBD87) and Nepal Republic Media Limited (NRM) suffered the highest loss, both at 10%, followed by Hathway Investment Nepal Limited (HATHY) at 9.85%.

    Regarding sector indices, all sectors, with the exception of “HydroPower Index,” “Life Insurance,” “Non-Life Insurance,” and “Others Index,” closed in the red. The “Others Index” saw the highest gain at 0.97%, while the “Investment Index” incurred a loss of 3.89%.

  • NEPSE Index Faces Significant Decline, Marking a Loss of 1.53% in Recent Trading Session

    NEPSE Index Faces Significant Decline, Marking a Loss of 1.53% in Recent Trading Session


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index underwent a significant decline, recording a substantial loss of 32.77 points or 1.53% compared to the previous day’s closing, concluding at 2,109.10 points. This decline follows a positive trend in the previous trading day, which witnessed a gain of 35.39 points for the index.

    The market’s opening for the day was at 2,148.16, with an intraday low of 2,102.79 and a high of 2,154.51. In today’s trading activities, 304 different stocks were exchanged in 111,980 transactions. The total volume of shares traded amounted to 17,172,149, with an overall turnover of Rs. 6.27 Arba. The market capitalization stood at Rs. 32.65 Kharba, with a float market capitalization of Rs. 11.25 Kharba.

    SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) dominated the market with the highest turnover, reaching Rs. 30.68 crores, and closing at a market price of Rs. 590. Notably, eight companies experienced positive circuit movements on this trading day.

    However, SuryaJyoti Life Insurance Company Limited (SJLIC) and Unnati Sahakarya Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (USLB) faced the highest losses, declining by 7.44% and 7.26%, respectively.

    Examining sector-wise performance, all sectors closed in the red, except for the “Manufacturing And Processing” and “Trading Index.” The “Manufacturing And Processing” sector observed the highest gain of 2.36%, while the “Development Bank Index” registered a loss of 3.23%.

  • Nepal Investment Mega Bank’s 10% NIMB Debenture 2090 Secures Regulatory Approval

    Nepal Investment Mega Bank’s 10% NIMB Debenture 2090 Secures Regulatory Approval


    The Securities Board of Nepal has granted approval for Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited’s “10% NIMB Debenture 2090.” The regulatory nod was received on Poush 2, 2080.

    The debenture issuance, titled “10% NIMB Debenture 2090,” comprises a total of 40.40 lakh units, with each unit having a par value of Rs. 1,000. Out of the total units, 16.16 lakh will be made available to the general public, while the remaining 24.24 lakh units will be subscribed via private placement.

    Prabhu Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the debenture issuance.

    As indicated by its name, the “10% NIMB Debenture 2090” comes with a maturity period of 10 years, set to mature in the year 2090 BS. Unitholders of the debenture can expect a 10% annual return on their investment.

  • NEPSE Gains 35.39 Points to Settle at 2,141.87 Levels With 7 Arba Turnover: Fifteen Companies Hit Positive Circuit

    NEPSE Gains 35.39 Points to Settle at 2,141.87 Levels With 7 Arba Turnover: Fifteen Companies Hit Positive Circuit


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index registered a gain of 35.39 points, equivalent to 1.68% over the previous day’s closing, concluding at 2,141.87 points. The preceding trading day had seen an increase of 45.98 points for the index.

    The market kicked off with the index opening at 2113.94, hitting an intraday low of 2,110.76, and reaching an intraday high of 2,150.98.

    Today’s trading activity involved 306 different stocks traded in 111,723 transactions. The total volume of shares traded amounted to 19,963,604, resulting in a turnover of Rs. 7.00 Arba. The market capitalization stood at Rs. 33.16 Kharba, with a float market capitalization of Rs. 11.46 Kharba.

    SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) led in turnover, reaching Rs. 37.34 crores, and closed at a market price of Rs. 613. Notably, fifteen companies experienced positive circuit hits for the day.

    Conversely, Kumari Dhanabriddhi Yojana (KDBY) suffered the highest loss of 3.82% during the day.

    In terms of sector indices, all sectors closed in positive territory, except for “Hotels And Tourism Index and Non-Life Insurance.” The “Manufacturing And Processing” sector recorded the highest gain of 7.15%, while the “Hotels And Tourism Index” saw a loss of 1.89%.

  • Large Taxpayer Office Reports Record Profit Tax Collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba from Mergers, Acquisitions, and FPOs

    Large Taxpayer Office Reports Record Profit Tax Collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba from Mergers, Acquisitions, and FPOs


    The Large Taxpayer Office has reported the successful collection of Rs. 12.5 Arba in profit tax, derived from mergers, gains from acquisitions, and profits generated from Follow-On Public Offerings (FPOs). This significant amount was gathered on Friday and Saturday through detailed filings by numerous organizations. On Friday, 30 organizations contributed to this sum, filing taxes amounting to Rs. 11.3 Arba, with an additional 11 institutions filing taxes on Saturday, totaling Rs. 1.44 Arba. Mr. Janak Sharma, the head of the Large Taxpayer Office, commended both public and private entities for their proactive engagement in meeting their tax obligations.

    It was disclosed that among the 41 organizations paying taxes on profits from FPO, 14 also paid taxes on profits from both FPO and bargain purchases resulting from mergers and acquisitions. This tax collection falls under the current financial year, representing a substantial boost in revenue.

    This initiative was prompted by persistent recommendations from the Office of the Auditor General, raising concerns about tax evasion related to FPO premiums, gains from bargain purchases in mergers and acquisitions, and auction share sales. The Ministry of Finance and the Inland Revenue Department initially overlooked these concerns but took action following the 60th report of the Office, emphasizing the recovery of revenues from these sources.

    In response, Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat introduced an arrangement to encourage timely payment of revenues. Companies paying taxes on FPO premiums, bargain purchase gains, and auction share sales by the end of Mangsir would be exempted from fines and interests. Despite legal scrutiny, the constitutional bench of the Supreme Court recently dismissed a petition filed by 16 Banking and Financial Institutions (BFIs), upholding the government’s position that the taxation did not constitute a levy on capital.

    The BFIs were given a deadline to deposit the specified amount by the end of Mangsir, and companies proactively met this deadline, contributing significantly to the substantial revenue collection observed over the weekend. The detailed breakdown of tax payments by various BFIs under different titles is provided, with a total of Rs. 7 Arba 97 Crores 87 lakhs remitted under FPO and Rs. 4 Arba 49 Crores 81 Lakhs for benefit of Bargain Purchases.

  • “NEPSE Weekly Review: Index Surges 7.66%, Technical Analysis, and Market Highlights”

    “NEPSE Weekly Review: Index Surges 7.66%, Technical Analysis, and Market Highlights”


     

    In the current trading week, the NEPSE index concluded at 1,994.60, marking a notable increase of 141.83 points (7.66%). This follows a marginal loss of 0.31% in the previous week when the index closed at 1,852.77. The week saw the index’s volatility range from 1,866.06 to 2,016.87, totaling 150.81 points, a significant rise from the 30.99 points observed in the prior week.

    Momentum indicators reveal a daily RSI reading of 67.98 and a weekly RSI reading of 53.53. The MACD line and Signal line are both in the positive zone, indicating positivity, with the MACD reading at 20.95. The NEPSE index currently stands above its 5-day and 20-day Moving Averages, signaling a bullish trend that warrants further confirmation. Potential support is identified in the 1,908 – 1,923 zone, while resistance is anticipated in the 2,030 – 2,060 zone.

    **Part 2: Insight into Key Data**

    The highest intraday gain occurred on Sunday, reaching 111.21 points with a turnover of Rs 0.45 Arba, contributing to a total weekly turnover of Rs 16.66 Arba. Trading activity involved more than 5.02 crore unit shares through 3,60,771 transactions. NEPSE’s current market capitalization is reported at Rs. 3,075,147.62 million, equivalent to Rs 30.75 Kharba.

    NEPSE’s index displayed a robust 7.66% increase this week, with all sector indices closing in positive territory.

    **Stock Performance Metrics:**
    – **Monthly Beta Leaders:** Panchakanya Mai Hydropower Limited (PMHPL), Swabhimaan Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SMFBS), and United Idi-Mardi and R.B. Hydropower Limited (UMRH) lead with betas of 2.07, 2.021, and 1.902, respectively.
    – **Top Gainer:** Dolti Power Company Ltd (DOLTI) emerged as the top gainer, closing at Rs. 330.50 with a significant increment of Rs. 118.50 (55.90%).

    **Top Loser of the Week:**
    – **10% Prime Debenture 2088 (PBD88):** Experienced a decrease of 4.24%, settling at an LTP of Rs. 970.

    **Market Activities:**
    – **Top-Traded Stock:** Sonapur Minerals and Oil Limited (SONA) led the charts with a total trade value of Rs. 74.56 Crores.
    – **Top Buyer Broker:** Vision Securities Pvt. Ltd (Broker No- 34) emerged as the leading buyer broker, purchasing stocks worth Rs. 90.55 Crores.
    – **Top Seller Broker:** Naasa Securities Co. Ltd (Broker No- 58) took the lead as the top seller broker, with sales amounting to Rs. 80.77 Crores.

     

  • IPO Launch and Strong Investor Interest: Himalayan Reinsurance Limited’s Milestone in Nepal’s Financial Market

    IPO Launch and Strong Investor Interest: Himalayan Reinsurance Limited’s Milestone in Nepal’s Financial Market


    Himalayan Reinsurance Limited initiated the issuance of 2,49,00,000 units of IPO shares to the public starting from the 27th of Mangsir, 2080. The early closing date for this offering is set on the 1st of Poush, with the possibility of extension up to the 11th of Poush, 2080, if the subscription is not fully met.

    Out of the total 3,00,00,000 units, a portion has already been allocated – 10% (30,00,000 units) for Nepalese citizens working abroad, 2% (6,00,000 units) for company employees, and 5% (15,00,000 units) for mutual funds. The remaining 2,49,00,000 units are made available to the general public at a cost of Rs. 206 per share, inclusive of a Rs. 100 face value and a Rs. 106 premium.

    NMB Capital Limited holds the position of the issue manager, overseeing the application process. Interested parties can submit applications for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 3,00,000 units. As per the Central Depository and Clearing Company (CDSC), a total of 888,744 applicants have applied for 16,008,080 units, amounting to Rs. 3.29 Arba. Consequently, the subscription rate stands at 64.29% as of 10 AM.

    ICRA Nepal has reconfirmed an issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] A- for Himalayan Reinsurance Limited. This rating, denoted as ICRA NP Issuer Rating A Minus, signifies a satisfactory level of safety concerning the company’s ability to meet financial obligations in a timely manner. Companies with such ratings are considered to have low credit risk.

    Established in 2021, Himalayan Reinsurance Limited is the second reinsurance company in Nepal to issue an IPO. As a leading private-sector reinsurance firm, it specializes in providing reinsurance support to both Life and Non-Life Insurance Companies within Nepal and internationally. The company received its operational license in 2021, marking a significant milestone in its operations.