Tag: Insurance

  • NEPSE Index Retrace 2200 Levels Once More

    NEPSE Index Retrace 2200 Levels Once More


    The NEPSE index finished at 2,170.21 today, down 7.13 points from the previous trading day’s close. This is a 0.33% decrease. Yesterday, the index rose 76.64 points.

    The index started the day at 2,181.62 and reached an intraday high of 2,213.89. It dropped as low as 2,161.00 before closing at 2,170.21.Through 55,602 transactions, 257 scrips changed hands. A total of 10,502,649 shares were traded, totaling Rs. 3.691 Arba in activity. This is more than the previous day’s turnover of Rs. 3.362 Arba.The largest turnover was Rs. 11.28 crores by Nepal Reinsurance Company Limited (NRIC), which closed at a market price of Rs. 852 per share. API Power Company Ltd. (API) had the greatest trading volume.

    Terhathum Power Company Limited (TPC) gained the most for the day, 3.32%

    Adarsha Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ADLB) suffered the most loss today, falling 5.14%.

    Only one sector finished in the green today, “Others,” which gained 0.50%, while “Finance” dropped the most, 1.94%.

  • Last day to claim the proposed dividend by Nerude Laghubitta and Shikhar Insurance Company.

    Last day to claim the proposed dividend by Nerude Laghubitta and Shikhar Insurance Company.


    The dividend proposed by Nerude Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NLBBL) and Shikhar Insurance Company Limited expires today (SICL).

    The 16th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Nerude Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NLBBL) has been scheduled for the 28th of Magh, 2079. The meeting will begin at 11 a.m. in Morang’s Assembly Hall, Biratnagar-2.

     

  • The 4 Potential Problems With Variable Annuities

    The 4 Potential Problems With Variable Annuities


    One of the riskiest ventures is investing your money in the stock market. But along with the extreme risk involved, is also has the potential to make you a lot of money. In fact, investing in the stock market can turn out to be one of the most profitable business decisions you’ll ever make if done right.

    With so many variables to consider, it is expected that you may have hesitancy to risk your hard-earned cash on a speculative venture in the stock market. The best course of action is to hire a reputable stockbroker to handle your stocks in the beginning. A trained stockbroker can give you dependable stock tips and solid professional advice.

    Another good idea is to discuss stocks with an associate or friend with a bit of experience investing in the market themselves. Talking with educated friends and acquaintances can be a good way to get stock advice and knowledge for free.

    A well-known stock move is investing in variable annuities using the premium of your insurance. Variable annuities are actually insurance contracts that allow you to invest your premium in mutual fund type investments. While this may seem like a good idea, when you review it more closely, it might be a poor investment.

    The following are 4 potential problems with annuities:

    1. Early withdrawal penalties can cost you a double penalty. When you withdraw your profits, you will be penalized because insurance plans are designed for retirement. When you take money from your premium, it costs you in penalties to the government and to the insurance company itself.
    2. The death benefit affects the people you leave behind. If the stocks you hold are down when you die, your beneficiaries receive as much of the investments as you put in. If stocks are up when you die, they are taxed as regular income.
    3. Smaller taxes are paid on ordinary investments in mutual funds and stocks which qualify for low capital gains treatment. The gains from investing in premiums, however, are taxed immediately upon withdrawal.
    4. When you buy annuities with insurance features, they are actually more costly than regular mutual funds. When an annuity has more insurance features, there are annual fees heaped on top of it. The result is a loss of profits for you.

    Another thing to keep in mind is that timing is a key element to successful stock investing. There are specific times that are good to invest and other times that are poor. During times of hardship or national duress, the prices of stocks may be driven down to a discounted rate, but there is no reassurance that such stocks will recover to realize a significant profit. Educating yourself on the company is key in this situation.

    The bottom line with regards to investing in the stock market is diversification. The best decision is to diversify where and when you invest your money so you can always realize some type of profit to offset potential losses.

    And you should always hire a reputable finance professional to help guide you through the stock market.