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  • Modi Energy Limited IPO Allotment Concludes: Lottery Results Announced

    Modi Energy Limited IPO Allotment Concludes: Lottery Results Announced


    The IPO allotment of Modi Energy Limited has been successfully completed at the premises of Sunrise Capital Limited in Kathmandu. The company had issued 55,59,420 units worth Rs. 55.59 crores as Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public from Baisakh 19 to 24, 2080.

    Prior to the IPO, the company had allocated 29,00,000 unit shares worth Rs. 29 crores to project-affected locals in Parbat District. However, only 804,390 units or 27.73% were allotted to valid applicants. As a result, the remaining 20,95,610 units of unsubscribed shares from project-affected locals were added to 43,50,000 units reserved for the general public, making a total of 64,45,610 units available to the public.

    Out of the total 64,45,610 units, 435,000 units were already issued and allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad. Additionally, 5% of the offered shares, equivalent to 322,280 units, were reserved for mutual funds, and 2% or 128,910 units were set aside for employees of the company. The remaining 55,59,420 units were allocated to the general public. Some unsubscribed units from employees, totaling 52,840 units, were added to the general public pool, resulting in a total of 56,12,260 units.

    Promoter shareholders hold 75% of the shares in the company, while the general public and other allocated categories hold the remaining shares.

    The IPO received a tremendous response, with 12,29,741 valid applicants applying for a total of 13,401,080 units, oversubscribing the issue by more than 2.41 times.

    Under the allotment module, a total of 5,61,226 applicants were allotted 10 units each through a lottery, while the remaining 6,68,515 applicants were not successful in securing any shares.

    Furthermore, 322,280 units were allocated to mutual funds, and out of the 128,910 units set aside for employees, only 76,070 units were subscribed and allotted. The remaining 52,840 units from the employee category were added to the general public pool.

    Unfortunately, 6,528 applicants who applied for 102,950 units were disqualified during the allotment process.

    Overall, the IPO allotment process has been completed, and successful applicants have been notified of their allotted shares.

  • Nepal Telecom’s Q3 Report Highlights Stable Net Profit and Strong Financial Position

    Nepal Telecom’s Q3 Report Highlights Stable Net Profit and Strong Financial Position


    Nepal Telecom (NTC) Releases Q3 Report with Stable Net Profit, Increased Investments, and Strong Financial Position

    Nepal Doorsanchar Company Limited (NTC), commonly known as Nepal Telecom, has published its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/80. The report reveals that the company has achieved almost similar figures in Net Profits compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. In Q3, NTC recorded a Net Profit of Rs. 5.41 Arba, which is slightly lower than the Rs. 5.43 Arba achieved in the same quarter of FY 2078/2079.

    However, the company’s income from other sources has seen a notable increase of 35.78%, reaching Rs. 5.86 Arba in the third quarter of the current fiscal year, compared to Rs. 4.31 Arba in the previous fiscal year.

    While the administrative expenses of the company have risen by 16.25% to Rs. 89.87 crores during Q3 of this fiscal year, NTC has successfully reduced its operating and maintenance expenses by 13.65% to Rs. 5.28 Arba, as opposed to Rs. 6.12 Arba during the corresponding quarter of FY 2078/79.

    NTC has also made significant increments in its investments, which now amount to Rs. 72.66 Arba, including both long-term and short-term investments.

    With a paid-up capital of Rs. 18 Arba and reserves and surplus of Rs. 75.47, Nepal Telecom stands in a robust financial position.

    The company maintains an Earning per Share (EPS) of Rs. 40.09 and was traded at a Price per Earnings Ratio of 20.40 times.

  • Gold Prices in Domestic Market Decline by Rs. 800 per Tola, Silver Also Witnesses a Decrease

    Gold Prices in Domestic Market Decline by Rs. 800 per Tola, Silver Also Witnesses a Decrease


    Gold prices in the domestic market have experienced a decline of Rs. 800 per tola. The official website of the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association indicates that fine gold is currently trading at Rs. 110,800 per tola, down from yesterday’s rate of Rs. 111,600 per tola. Similarly, Tejabi gold is being traded at Rs. 110,250 today, compared to yesterday’s rate of Rs. 111,050 per tola.

    In addition, the price of silver has also dropped by Rs. 55 per tola. The lustrous white metal is currently being traded at Rs. 1,375 per tola in the local market, down from the previous day’s closing rate of Rs. 1,430 per tola.

    Internationally, the current price of gold stands at USD $2,011.50 per ounce, while silver is being traded at $24 per ounce.

  • Listing of 4,77,020 Bonus Shares of Asha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ALBSL) on NEPSE

    Listing of 4,77,020 Bonus Shares of Asha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ALBSL) on NEPSE


    Asha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ALBSL) Lists 4,77,020 Bonus Shares on NEPSE at an LTP of Rs. 670

    Following the convening of its 6th Annual General Meeting on 11th Chaitra, Asha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ALBSL) has listed 4,77,020 unit bonus shares on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE). The AGM had approved a 15% dividend for the fiscal year 2078/79, with the board of directors deciding to distribute 14.2857% bonus shares and 0.7143% cash dividend (for tax purposes) based on the paid-up capital of Rs. 33.39 Crores. The bonus shares have now been officially listed on NEPSE, and as of the latest update, ALBSL is trading at an Last Traded Price (LTP) of Rs. 670.

  • Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports a 46.1% Decline in Net Profit in Q3 FY 2079/2080

    Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports a 46.1% Decline in Net Profit in Q3 FY 2079/2080


    Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB), a microfinance company in Nepal, recently released its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/2080. The report indicated a decline in net profit by 46.1% to Rs. 32.92 crore compared to the same period in the previous year, which was Rs. 61.09 crore. The company attributed the decline in net profit to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected its business operations and borrowers’ repayment capabilities.

    Despite the decline in net profit, JBLB showed some positive trends in other areas. The company’s borrowings decreased by 8.02% to Rs. 8.70 Arba, while deposits increased by 4.85% to Rs. 10 Arba. This increase in deposits could be due to increased trust and confidence from depositors in the company’s financial stability and sound management practices.

    Furthermore, JBLB’s loans and advances decreased by 41.19% to Rs. 22.45 Arba. This reduction could be due to the company’s cautious approach in lending and disbursement amid the pandemic, which has created financial uncertainties for many of its borrowers. However, this decline in loans and advances could also impact the company’s future growth and profitability, as it relies heavily on its loan portfolio.

    The net interest income (core revenue) decreased by 5.54% to Rs. 1.19 Arba compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company may have experienced a reduction in interest income due to the decrease in loans and advances, as well as the decrease in the lending rate amid the pandemic.

    Despite the decline in net profit, JBLB’s paid-up capital increased to Rs. 1.18 Arba, and its reserve increased by 14.96% to Rs. 1.09 Arba in this quarter. This increase in paid-up capital and reserve indicates the company’s ability to attract investments and retain earnings, which could help boost its future growth and stability.

    JBLB’s annualized earnings per share (EPS) stood at Rs. 37.14, while its net worth per share is Rs. 261.45. The company is currently trading at a P/E multiple of 40.53 times, indicating that investors may have confidence in the company’s long-term prospects, despite the short-term challenges brought on by the pandemic.

    In conclusion, Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB) reported a decline in net profit for the third quarter of FY 2079/2080, largely due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the company showed some positive trends, such as an increase in deposits and paid-up capital, which could help support its future growth and profitability.

  • Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports Significant Decline in Net Profit for Q3 2079/2080

    Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports Significant Decline in Net Profit for Q3 2079/2080


    Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (MKLB) has published its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/2080, which shows a significant decline in net profit by 108.05% compared to the same quarter in the previous year. The net profit dropped to a negative of Rs. 42.52 lakhs from Rs. 5.28 crores.

    The company’s borrowings decreased by 29.92% to Rs. 37.6 crores, and deposits increased by 17.57% to Rs. 4.69 crores. Loans and advances also decreased by 13.91% to Rs. 93.49 crores during this quarter.

    MKLB’s net interest income (core revenue) decreased by 25.73% to Rs. 4.15 crores compared to Rs. 5.59 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company’s paid-up capital stood at Rs. 14.17 crores, and its reserve and surplus stood at Rs. 1.87 crores, showing a decrease of 41.98% in this quarter.

    The cost of funds slightly increased to 9.83% from 8.08% in the corresponding quarter, and the non-performing loans increased to 4.91%. The annualized earnings per share (EPS) for MKLB stand at Rs. -4, while the net worth per share is Rs. 113.2.

    In summary, MKLB’s third-quarter report showed a massive decline in net profit, a decrease in borrowings, an increase in deposits, and a decrease in loans and advances. Additionally, the company’s net interest income, reserve and surplus, and earnings per share have decreased, while the cost of funds and non-performing loans have slightly increased.

  • IPO of Three Star Hydropower Limited closes for Nepali citizens abroad and extends deadline for project-affected locals

    IPO of Three Star Hydropower Limited closes for Nepali citizens abroad and extends deadline for project-affected locals


    Three Star Hydropower Limited is closing the initial public offering (IPO) for Nepalese citizens working abroad today, i.e., 25th Baisakh, 2080, and has extended the deadline for project-affected locals to apply for the IPO until 9th Jestha. The IPO issue was opened on 11th Baisakh, 2080. The company’s issued capital is Rs. 49.25 Crores, of which 10% has been allocated to project-affected locals of Khotang District, while 15% will be issued later for the general public. Of this public issue, 10% has been allocated for Nepalese citizens working abroad, and the issue for this segment will close today.

    The minimum application quantity for project-affected locals is ten units, while the maximum quantity is 492,500 units. For Nepalese citizens working abroad, the minimum application quantity is ten units, and the maximum quantity is 73,875 units. The IPO issue manager is Himalayan Capital Limited. After this IPO, the promoter-public share ratio will be 75:25.

    As per CDSC, Nepalese citizens working abroad have submitted 20,646 applications for a total of 512,280 units. So far, the issue has been oversubscribed by 6.93 times.

    Three Star Hydropower Limited is a public company located in Province 1, Haleshi Tuwachung Municipality, Khotang. The company was established in 2072 BS and has a total capacity of 7.151 MW. The founders of the company are Kumar Kharel, Mohan Karki, and Madhav Mainali, who named the company after themselves and then named it Three Star Hydro. Later, Uddhav Raj Shivakotee ‘Kangal’, Pradeep K Agrawal, Ananda P Manandhar, Zen Lama, and Ratna Bdr Newar joined the founders. ICRA Nepal has assigned an issuer rating of Three Star Hydropower Limited as [ICRANP-IR] B-, indicating a high risk of default regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations.

  • AHPC Distributes 8% Bonus Shares and Dividend Worth Rs. 21.11 Crores, Encourages Shareholders to Dematerialize Shares

    AHPC Distributes 8% Bonus Shares and Dividend Worth Rs. 21.11 Crores, Encourages Shareholders to Dematerialize Shares


    Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC) has recently given out 8% bonus shares to its shareholders. The bonus shares were distributed directly to the DEMAT accounts of the shareholders. AHPC has also encouraged its shareholders to dematerialize their shares. Dematerialization refers to the process of converting physical shares into electronic format.

    During the 25th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 27th Magh for the fiscal year 2078/79, AHPC approved an 8.421% dividend worth Rs. 21.11 Crores. The board of directors of AHPC, in a meeting held on Mangsir 16, decided to distribute the dividend to its shareholders based on the paid-up capital of Rs. 1.72 Arba. The dividend comprised of 8% bonus shares worth Rs. 13,83,67,600 and 0.421% cash dividend (for tax purposes) worth Rs. 72,81,595. It is important to note that the bonus shares have already been listed in the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE).

    In order to receive the bonus shares and the cash dividend, shareholders of AHPC will need to dematerialize their shares at Muktinath Capital Limited, which is located in Naxal, Kathmandu. This is because the bonus shares have already been issued in electronic form, so shareholders will need to have DEMAT accounts to receive them. The company has urged its shareholders to dematerialize their shares to ensure a smooth and efficient transfer of shares and dividends.

  • Nepal Chamber Expo 2023 to Feature Over 150 Stalls of National and International Manufacturers

    Nepal Chamber Expo 2023 to Feature Over 150 Stalls of National and International Manufacturers


    The Nepal Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will be hosting the Nepal Chamber Expo 2023 from Jestha 4 to 8, 2080 at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Over 150 stalls featuring a wide range of national and international manufacturers will be present at the event. Exhibits will include items such as automobiles, electrical and electronics, home appliances, fashion wear and accessories, garments and textiles, mobile and gadgets, fast-moving consumer goods, hydro, logistics, handicrafts and handlooms, shoes and leather items, cosmetics, and food and dairy products. These details were disclosed in a media statement.

  • Nepal Investment Mega Bank to issue Rs 4 arba worth Debenture with 10% interest rate

    Nepal Investment Mega Bank to issue Rs 4 arba worth Debenture with 10% interest rate


    Nepal Investment Mega Bank has decided to issue debentures worth Rs. 4 arba, and they have chosen Prabhu Capital as the issue manager for this process. The debentures will be offered to the general public as well as institutional investors. The duration of the debenture is for ten years and it will provide a 10% interest rate annually.

    The bank’s Senior Deputy CEO, Mr. Mahesh Sharma Dhakal, and CEO of Prabhu Capital, Mr. Asish Gauchan, signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at a program held for this purpose. The appointment of Prabhu Capital as the issue manager and the signing of the MoU have been communicated to the public via a media statement.

    By offering debentures to the public, Nepal Investment Mega Bank is essentially offering a fixed interest rate investment option to the investors for the next ten years. The interest rate of 10% is expected to provide an attractive return to the investors, while also helping the bank raise funds for its operations and future investments.

    Prabhu Capital, as the issue manager, will be responsible for overseeing the entire debenture issuance process, including the marketing and distribution of the debentures to potential investors. As a merchant bank, Prabhu Capital has experience in managing and underwriting various types of securities, and its involvement is expected to ensure a smooth and successful debenture issuance process.

    Overall, the appointment of Prabhu Capital as the issue manager for Nepal Investment Mega Bank’s debenture issuance is a positive development for both the bank and potential investors. It provides investors with an attractive investment option, while also enabling the bank to raise funds for its operations and growth.

  • IGI and PICL Complete Merger, Forming IGI Prudential Insurance Limited with Total Paid-Up Capital of Rs. 3.02 Arba

    IGI and PICL Complete Merger, Forming IGI Prudential Insurance Limited with Total Paid-Up Capital of Rs. 3.02 Arba


    The merger between IME General Insurance Limited (IGI) and Prudential Insurance Company Limited (PICL) has been finalized, with the two companies agreeing to a 1:1 swap ratio and forming a new entity called “IGI Prudential Insurance Limited”.

    The merger has received final approval from the Nepal Insurance Authority and the Office of the Registrar of Companies, with joint business operations set to begin on May 10, 2023. The newly merged company will have a total paid-up capital of Rs. 3.02 Arba, combining the current paid-up capital of IGI and PICL. Additionally, IGI and PICL announced dividends of 6.32% and 3.5%, respectively, for Fiscal Year 2078/79.

  • Sanima Mai Hydropower reports 20.40% decline in net profit in Q3 of FY 2079/80

    Sanima Mai Hydropower reports 20.40% decline in net profit in Q3 of FY 2079/80


    Sanima Mai Hydropower Company Limited (SHPC) has reported a decline in net profit by 20.40% in the third quarter (Q3) of FY 2079/80. The company’s net profit decreased to Rs. 35.82 crores in this quarter from Rs. 45 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The decline in net profit is due to a decrease in revenue from the Sale of Electricity, which decreased by 16.16% compared to the corresponding previous year’s quarter ending. The decreased revenue is attributed to the end of the Posted Rate Facility Agreement for Mai Hydropower Project (15.6 MW) and unfavorable hydrological conditions during this quarter.

    The company has invested around Rs. 3.62 Arba in associates, which have increased by 196.12% in this quarter. SHPC has investments in various associates companies, including Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower Ltd, Mathillo Mailun Khola Jalvidhyut Hydropower Ltd, Bavari Construction Pvt. Ltd, and Sanima Jum Hydropower.

    SHPC has a share capital of Rs. 3.08 Arba, and the retained earnings are Rs. 1.11 Arba, with other reserves of Rs. 2.39 Arba. The company has recognized other comprehensive gain of NPR. 2,388,872,000 resulting from the fair value measurement of shares invested in Swet Ganga Hydropower and Construction Ltd. and Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower Ltd. (Listed Associate Companies) as on third-quarter end, 2079. The gain has been shown under other reserves as Fair Value Reserve.

    The annualized EPS stands at Rs. 15.46, and the net worth per share at Rs. 213.81, with the company’s P/E standing at 21.80 times.