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Currently, there are 34 closed-end mutual funds listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), and 7 open-end schemes are directly traded with their respective fund managers. Among them, the Citizens Super 30 Mutual Fund (30CSMF) has issued its units to the public but is not yet listed for trading on NEPSE. Once it is listed, the total number of schemes will reach 42.
The NEPSE index experienced a positive day, closing at 1,866.34, with a gain of 16.54 points compared to the previous trading day. This indicates a 0.89% increase. However, the index had faced a decline of 38.83 points in the previous session.
The trading day began with an opening value of 1,850.79 for the index, and it reached its lowest point at 1,837.24 during intraday trading. On the other hand, it reached a peak of 1,877.00 before settling at 1,866.34 at the end of the day.
A total of 272 scrips were traded through 29,922 transactions. The trading volume amounted to 6,128,621 shares, resulting in a turnover of Rs. 1.65 Arba. It is important to note that this turnover was lower than the previous trading day’s turnover of Rs. 2.31 Arba.
Among the various stocks traded, Prabhu Bank Limited Promoter Share (PRVUPO) had the highest turnover of Rs. 23.21 crores, with a closing market price of Rs. 102 per share.
Joshi Hydropower Development Company Ltd (JOSHI) showed the highest increase for the day, with a gain of 6.94%. Conversely, Sunrise Focused Equity Fund (SFEF) experienced the highest decline, losing 6% during the trading day.
All sector indices concluded the day on a positive note, with the “Non-Life Insurance” sector experiencing the highest gain of 1.93%. The “Mutual Fund” sector had the smallest gain of 0.06% on the day.
Insurance companies in Nepal are competing to increase their premium collections, the amount of money they receive from policyholders. During the first ten months of the fiscal year 2079/80, life insurance companies collected a total of Rs. 1.14 Kharba in premiums from their 1.38 crore active insurance policies.
A report from the Nepal Insurance Authority revealed that Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited collected the highest premium amount of Rs. 29.65 Arba. They had 1,035,214 active insurance policies as of Baisakh 2080.
On the other hand, Himalayan Life Insurance Limited collected the lowest premium amount of Rs. 15.11 Crores due to having only 595 active insurance policies. Himalayan Life Insurance was formed after merging Prime Life Insurance, Gurans Life Insurance, and Union Life Insurance, which is the largest merger in Nepal’s insurance sector.
In another development, Sanima Life Insurance Company Limited and Reliance Life Insurance Company Limited completed their merger process with a swap ratio of 1:1. They have now combined to form ‘Sanima Reliance Life Insurance Company Limited’ since Chaitra 09.
Among the insurance companies, Reliable Nepal Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has the highest number of active insurance policies, with 34,77,018 clients as of Baisakh 79/80. However, their premium collection amounted to only Rs. 3 Arba.
The NEPSE index concluded today’s trading session at 1,959.12, marking a gain of 16.49 points or 0.85% compared to the previous day’s closing. The index had experienced a significant surge of 51.31 points in the previous session.
Starting at 1,943.61, the index reached its lowest point at 1,928.16 during the day. However, it also reached a high of 1,962.66 before settling at 1,959.12 at the end of the trading day.
Throughout the day, a total of 270 scrips were traded in 34,841 transactions. The trading activity resulted in a total turnover of Rs. 1.87 Arba, involving the exchange of 4,865,475 shares. This turnover was lower than the previous trading day’s turnover of Rs. 2.2 Arba.
Shivam Cements Limited (SHIVM) emerged as the most actively traded stock, generating the highest turnover of Rs. 14.6 crores. The market price of SHIVM shares closed at Rs. 466 per share.
Aatmanirbhar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ANLB) experienced the highest gain of 10% and reached the positive circuit during the day’s trading.
On the other hand, Sanima Equity Fund (SAEF) recorded the highest loss of 3.77% during the trading session.
While the “Manufacturing And Processing” sector index registered the highest gain of 4.69%, the “Finance” sector index experienced the highest decline of 0.45% at the closing of the market.
Aviyan Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (AVYAN) has recently released its third-quarter report, revealing a significant shift from profit to a Net Loss of Rs. 1.21 crores compared to the profit of Rs. 1.02 crores earned in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year.
The company’s core revenue source, Net Interest income, experienced a decline of 18.26%, amounting to Rs. 3.28 crores up to the third quarter of the ongoing fiscal year. This decrease in Net Interest income has adversely affected the profitability of AVYAN.
One concerning aspect in the report is the substantial increase in Non-Performing Loans (NPL), which rose to 4.61% in the third quarter of FY 2079/80, compared to only 0.45% in the corresponding quarter of FY 2078/79. This rise in NPL has further impacted the company’s profitability.
Another notable change is the doubling of the Cost of Funds, which reached 13.90% in Q3 of the ongoing fiscal year. This increase has added to the financial challenges faced by AVYAN.
The staff expenses of the financial institution have witnessed a sharp spike of 94.13%, amounting to Rs. 5.31 crores up to the third quarter, in contrast to Rs. 2.73 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. This surge in staff expenses has added to the financial burden of the company.
AVYAN currently maintains a paid-up capital of Rs. 25 crores, with reserve and surplus funds amounting to Rs. 2.19 crores. However, the company reports a negative Earnings per Share (EPS) ratio of Rs. -6.50 and a Net Worth of Rs. 108.79.
The closing price of AVYAN’s shares at the end of the third quarter of the ongoing fiscal year stood at Rs. 619.9. The third-quarter report highlights the challenges faced by AVYAN, with a significant shift from profit to a net loss and various financial indicators pointing towards a decline in performance.
Salt Trading Corporation Limited (STC) has recently published its third-quarter report for the ongoing fiscal year, revealing a nearly twofold increase in Net Profit, amounting to Rs. 3.71 crores. The company’s primary revenue source, sales, demonstrated a noteworthy growth of 17.44%, reaching Rs. 5.77 Arba. However, the selling expenses experienced a more significant surge of 21.65%, totaling Rs. 5.07 Arba during the third quarter of FY 2079/80.
During the same period, STC observed a 12.51% rise in staff expenses and a 15.84% increase in administrative expenses compared to the corresponding quarter of FY 2078/79. On a positive note, the company’s Interest Expenses witnessed a substantial decrease of 35.44%, declining to Rs. 27.25 crores from Rs. 42.16 crores in the previous fiscal year’s third quarter. This reduction in interest expenses played a role in enhancing the company’s overall profitability.
STC currently maintains a paid-up capital of Rs. 25.35 crores and possesses reserve and surplus funds amounting to Rs. 1.35 Arba. Additionally, the company holds property, plant, and equipment valued at Rs. 1.46 Arba, which remained relatively stable compared to the corresponding amount in the third quarter of the previous fiscal year.
With an impressive Earnings per Share (EPS) ratio of Rs. 19.52 and a Net Worth of Rs. 632.89, STC exhibits positive financial indicators in its third-quarter report. The significant increase in Net Profit, coupled with improved revenue and reduced interest expenses, signifies the company’s strong performance and its commitment to maintaining a robust financial position.
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index concluded the trading day at 1,877.32, displaying a gain of 32.30 points compared to the previous closing, representing a growth of 1.75%. Yesterday, the index had increased by 23.39 points.
The trading day commenced with an opening value of 1,846.69. Throughout the day, the index fluctuated, reaching a low of 1,844.50 and a high of 1,883.20. Eventually, it settled at 1,877.32 at the close of trading.
During the day, a total of 264 scrips were traded through 32,579 transactions. The overall shares exchanged amounted to 4,422,186, with a total turnover value of Rs. 1.47 Arba. This turnover figure surpassed the previous trading day’s turnover of Rs. 85.76 Crores.
Nepal Doorsanchar Company Limited (NTC) recorded the highest turnover of Rs. 8.63 crores, concluding the trading session at a market price of Rs. 779.20 per share. The shares of SHIVM were the most actively traded during the day.
Two scrips experienced the highest gain of 10% each, triggering the positive circuit limit for the day. Conversely, NIBL Growth Fund (NIBLGF) suffered the highest decline of 3.14% during the trading session.
All sector indices closed in the green zone, with the “Hotels and Tourism” sector displaying the highest growth of 3.75%. On the other hand, the “Others” sector recorded the least growth of 0.90% on the trading day.
The NEPSE (Nepal Stock Exchange) index concluded today’s trading session at 1,845.01, showing a gain of 23.39 points compared to the previous closing, representing a 1.28% increase. The index had also experienced a gain of 3.29 points in the preceding trading session.
Starting the day at 1,821.54, the index reached an intraday low of 1,821.02 but surged to a high of 1,846.72 before settling at 1,845.01 at the closing bell.
During the trading day, a total of 266 stocks were traded through 25,634 transactions. The trading volume amounted to 2,577,210 shares, with a turnover of Rs. 85.76 Crores. This marked an increase in turnover compared to the previous trading day’s turnover of Rs. 64.01 Crores.
Among the traded stocks, SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) recorded the highest turnover of Rs. 5.46 crores, closing at a market price of Rs. 403.50 per share.
Aatmanirbhar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ANLB) experienced the highest gain of 9.99% and reached the positive circuit for the day.
In contrast, Mai Khola Hydropower Limited (MKHL) suffered the highest decline of 7.93% during today’s trading.
All sector indices concluded the day in positive territory, with the “Others” sector witnessing the highest gain of 2.37%, while the “Mutual Fund” sector registered the smallest gain of 0.04%.
NMB Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NMBMF) has released its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/80, revealing a significant decline in net profit. The company’s net profit stood at Rs. 1.15 crores, representing a decrease of 89.80% compared to the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.
Personnel expenses reported by the company for the first three quarters of the current fiscal year witnessed a slight increase of 5%, totaling Rs. 17.14 crores. Meanwhile, the operating profit experienced a substantial decline of 90% and reached Rs. 1.61 crores during the same period. The net interest income, which represents the core revenue of the microfinance institution, also decreased to Rs. 25.96 crores, reflecting a decline of 25.85% compared to the corresponding quarter of FY 078/79.
However, concerning financial performance, NMBMF faced challenges as the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio more than doubled, reaching 8.97%. This increase indicates a higher proportion of loans in default or showing signs of financial distress.
In terms of earnings per share (EPS), the company reported a slump to Rs. 2.34, while the net worth per share stood at Rs. 164.73 for NMBMF.
At the end of the third quarter of the current fiscal year, the quarter-end price of NMBMF’s shares was Rs. 525.
Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (UNLB) has recently announced its plan to issue a Follow on Public Offer (FPO) to the general public. The company aims to release 3,79,425 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 starting from the 11th of Jestha, 2080. The objective of this FPO is to collect Rs. 3.79 crore. The offer will be open until the 16th of Jestha, and if not fully subscribed, it may be extended until the 25th of Jestha, 2080.
Currently, the company’s paid-up capital stands at Rs. 11.06 crores, with 94.01% of shares (10,40,025 units) held by the promoters and 5.99% (66,300 units) held by the public shareholders. However, as per the regulations of the Banks and Financial Institutions Act of 2073 and the NRB, at least 30% of the issued capital must be retained by the public shareholders. To comply with this requirement, the company plans to issue 3,79,425 units of FPO shares to the general public. Following the FPO, the promoter-to-public share structure will change from 94:6 to 70:30.
It is worth noting that Unique Nepal Laghubitta had initially intended to issue an IPO for 2.70 lakh shares. However, due to a successful merger with Ghodighoda Laghubitta, the two companies commenced their joint operation on the 30th of Poush, 2078, under the name of Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited. Since Ghodighoda Laghubitta was already a publicly listed company, the merged entity has opted to issue an FPO to adjust its shareholding ratio.
Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the FPO issuance. Interested individuals can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 1000 units. Following the issuance of the mentioned FPO shares, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 14.85 crores.
The NEPSE index concluded today’s trading session at 1,821.60 points, marking an increase of 3.29 points compared to the previous closing. This translates to a gain of 0.18%. In contrast, the index had experienced a loss of 3.34 points the day before.
At the start of the trading day, the index opened at 1,817.87 points and reached an intraday low of 1,810.10 points. However, it later reached a high of 1,827.77 points before settling at 1,821.60 points by the end of the day.
The trading activity involved 269 scrips traded through 18,889 transactions. In total, 2,063,737 shares were exchanged, amounting to a turnover of Rs. 64.01 Crores. This figure is lower than the turnover recorded on the previous trading day, which stood at Rs. 72.49 Crores.
NIC Asia Bank Limited (NICA) had the highest turnover of Rs. 5.01 crores and closed at a market price of Rs. 690 per share. The shares of HBL were the most actively traded during the session.
Aatmanirbhar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ANLB) experienced the highest gain, surging by 9.99% and hitting the positive circuit for the day. On the other hand, Mai Khola Hydropower Limited (MKHL) witnessed a significant loss of 10% during the trading session.
Out of the various sector indices, only two closed in the red. The “Non-Life Insurance” sector index experienced the highest gain of 0.99%, while the “Others” sector index recorded the highest loss of 0.89% for the day.