Tag: Investment

  • Gold Prices Reach Near All-Time High in Nepalese Market

    Gold Prices Reach Near All-Time High in Nepalese Market


    Gold prices are on the rise in the Nepalese market once again. Today, fine gold gained Rs. 1800 per tola while tejabi gold rose by Rs. 1750 per tola from yesterday’s price. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association’s official website, fine gold is being traded today at Rs. 110,600 per tola, while tejabi gold is being traded at Rs. 110,050 per tola.

    This increase in gold prices comes after the precious metal reached an all-time high in the Nepalese market on 5th April 2023, with fine gold trading at Rs. 111,000 per tola and tejabi gold trading at Rs. 110,450 per tola. Currently, the international price of gold is at USD $2,015.60 per ounce, with silver being traded at $25.24 per ounce.

    On the other hand, silver prices have also risen in the Nepalese market, gaining Rs. 20 per tola. The white metal is being traded today at Rs. 1,425 per tola compared to yesterday’s closing rate of Rs. 1,405 per tola.

    The increase in gold prices can be attributed to various global factors such as inflation fears, economic uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions. In August 2020, gold reached an all-time high of $2074.88 per ounce in the international market, further highlighting its significance as a safe-haven asset. Despite the fluctuation in gold prices, it remains an attractive investment option for many people, especially during times of economic volatility.

  • Upper Solu Hydro Electric Company Reports Net Profit of 1.08 Crores in Q3; Financial Expenses Increased By Huge Margin of 244.73%

    Upper Solu Hydro Electric Company Reports Net Profit of 1.08 Crores in Q3; Financial Expenses Increased By Huge Margin of 244.73%


    Upper Solu Hydro Electric Company Limited (USHEC) has released its unaudited third-quarter report for FY 2079/2080, reporting a net profit of Rs. 1.08 Crores, indicating a 78.98% decline from the relevant period of the previous fiscal year. The company’s paid-up capital remains at Rs. 1.35 Arba, and it has a negative reserve of Rs 3.64 Crores. Additionally, USHEC generated electricity sales worth Rs. 53.39 Crores in Q3 of FY 79/80, while finance expenses increased significantly by 244.73%, amounting to Rs. 30.73 Crores, affecting the company’s profitability for the period. The management analysis states that electricity was produced entirely from the organization’s project during the quarter period, and electricity was sold from the 132 KV transmission line, but reduced water flow in the river resulted in lower income than previous quarters. The company’s annualized EPS stood at Rs. 1.07, and its net worth per share was Rs. 97.30.

  • Allotment of 12 Crore Units of Siddhartha Investment Growth Scheme 3 Concludes; Only 67.15% Units Subscribed

    Allotment of 12 Crore Units of Siddhartha Investment Growth Scheme 3 Concludes; Only 67.15% Units Subscribed


    Siddhartha Capital Limited recently concluded the issuance of its closed-end mutual fund scheme, “Siddhartha Investment Growth Scheme 3”. The issue consisted of 12 crore unit shares with a par value of Rs. 10 per unit. The fund promoter, Siddhartha Bank Limited, was allocated 10% (1.2 crore units) of the shares, while the fund manager, Siddhartha Capital, was allocated 5% (60 lakh units). The remaining 10.20 crore units were issued to the general public. The scheme, which has a maturity period of 10 years, is the sixth mutual fund scheme offered by Siddhartha Capital. On Baisakh 17, 80,580,000 units were allotted to valid applicants, resulting in a total scheme size of Rs. 80.58 Crores.

  • “Ankhukhola Hydropower Plans to Issue 200% Right Shares Pending Approval from Electricity Regulatory Commission”

    “Ankhukhola Hydropower Plans to Issue 200% Right Shares Pending Approval from Electricity Regulatory Commission”


    Ankhukhola Hydropower Company Limited (AKJCL) has proposed to issue 200% rights shares to its shareholders. The company aims to invest 60% of the newly raised capital in the Ganesh Himal Hydropower’s 20 M.W- Ankhu Khola-2 Hydropower project. This decision was made during a board of directors meeting held on Baishakh 15, 2079.

    After the issuance of right shares at a ratio of 1:2, AKJCL’s paid-up capital will increase from Rs. 80 crores to Rs. 1.60 Arba. On Chaitra 23, 2079, a meeting was held where it was decided to invest 60% in the Ankhu Khola-2 Hydropower project. The investment agreement between the two companies was signed on Chaitra 24, 2079.

    The Ankhu Khola-2 Hydropower project is designed to generate 122.16 GWh of electricity annually, based on a river flow rate of 27.73 cubic meters per second and a total head of 91 meters. The electricity produced will be transmitted to the national grid through a 5 km transmission line via the Nepal Electricity Authority’s proposed Lapang Substation.

    AKJCL plans to invest the Rs. 96 crores received from legitimate shares in the Ganesh Himal Hydropower project. The remaining funds will be used to pay off loans and other obligations owed to banks and other financial organizations. However, the issuance of right shares will only occur after approval from the Electricity Regulatory Commission and endorsement by the company’s upcoming AGM.

     

  • NEPSE Index Experiences 1.01% Loss, SHIVM Has Highest Turnover

    NEPSE Index Experiences 1.01% Loss, SHIVM Has Highest Turnover


    The NEPSE index experienced a loss of 1.01% and closed at 1,870.65 today, dropping by 19.11 points from the previous trading day’s closing. The index had also lost 2.27 points yesterday. The trading day started with an opening index of 1,889.41 and achieved an intraday high of 1,890.34. However, it reached an intraday low of 1,867.73 before ultimately settling at 1,870.65. During the trading day, 271 scrips were exchanged through 26,801 transactions, with a total of 3,206,450 shares worth Rs. 95.43 Crores in turnover, which was higher than the previous trading day’s turnover of Rs. 73.96 Crores. SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) had the highest turnover of Rs. 4.25 crores, closing at a market price of Rs. 405 per share, while the shares of NIMB had the most trading volume. NMB Sulav Investment Fund – 2 (NSIF2) showed the highest increase of 3.33% for the day, while NIBL Growth Fund (NIBLGF) experienced the highest decrease of 8.89%. All sector indices closed in the red, with “Hydropower” experiencing the highest loss of 1.87%, while “Investment” had the lowest loss of 0.53% for the day.

  • Bottlers Nepal (Terai) Limited Inviting Shareholders to Claim Overdue Dividend

    Bottlers Nepal (Terai) Limited Inviting Shareholders to Claim Overdue Dividend


    Bottlers Nepal (Terai) Limited (BNT) has sent a notification to stockholders who have not yet received their dividend payments.

    Even after 5 years of dividend distribution, some shareholders are still to receive their dividends from the corporation. Investors who have not claimed the dividend should show their share certificate and evidence of identification, along with copies of the appropriate papers, to the company’s share registrar Nabil Investment Banking Limited, Naxal, Kathmandu.

    Otherwise, the uncollected due dividend shall be put in the “Investor Protection Fund” under section 182 (9) of the Companies Act, 2063.

  • The NEPSE Index fell by 0.72% to close at 1,892, while SHIVM had the most turnover of any scrip.

    The NEPSE Index fell by 0.72% to close at 1,892, while SHIVM had the most turnover of any scrip.


    The NEPSE index finished at 1,892 today, down 13.68 points from the previous trading day’s close. This is a 0.72% decrease. Yesterday, the index rose 17.36 points.

    The index started the day at 1,907.54 and reached an intraday high of 1,913.28. In comparison, it dropped as low as 1,888.89 before closing at 1,892.

    Through 23,429 transactions, 264 scrips changed hands. A total of 2,571,202 shares were traded, totaling Rs. 84.7 crores in turnover. This is less than the previous day’s turnover of Rs. 88.55 Crores.

  • SEBON Approves 11% LBBL Debenture 2089; Bank Will Soon Issue 10 Lakh Unit Debentures

    SEBON Approves 11% LBBL Debenture 2089; Bank Will Soon Issue 10 Lakh Unit Debentures


     

    On Baisakh 10, 2080, the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) authorized the “11% LBBL Debenture 2089”.

    Lumbini Bikas Bank Limited (LBBL) plans to issue 10 lakh unit debentures at Rs 1000 per unit. For a period of ten years, the bank will give an interest rate of 11% on the debenture.

    Four hundred thousand units will be made available to the general public out of the total number of units available.

  • From Baisakh 19, Ghorahi Cement Industry will provide IPO shares at a premium price to Dang District residents and Nepalese working abroad.

    From Baisakh 19, Ghorahi Cement Industry will provide IPO shares at a premium price to Dang District residents and Nepalese working abroad.


     

    Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited (GCIL) has issued an offer letter to provide an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to Dang District residents and Nepalese people living overseas.

    The initial public offering (IPO) for locals and Nepalese citizens working abroad will take place from the 19th of Baisakh to the 2nd of Jestha, 2080. It should be noted that if the problem is not subscribed to by the early closing date for Dang District residents, it may be prolonged until the 17th Jestha. However, the early closure date for Nepalese people working overseas will not be extended.

     

  • ‘Himalayan Stock Exchange’ applied for license of new stock exchange

    ‘Himalayan Stock Exchange’ applied for license of new stock exchange


    “Himalayan Stock Exchange” has applied for a license to the Nepal Securities Board for a new stock exchange. The application has been filed by Himalayan Stock Exchange, which has been established with the participation of prominent business families in Nepal, including Shankar Group, along with the largest industrial houses in Nepal such as Shekhar Golchha of Nepal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, former presidents of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Pashupati Murarka, Rajendra Khetan of Khetan Group, Satish Lal Mor of Lucky Group, Vivek Dugar of Dugar Group, Shourabh Jyoti of Jyoti Group and other major traders and business houses. This is the first application for a stock exchange license by Himalayan Stock Exchange.

    The application has been filed by Himalayan Stock Exchange, along with investment from Rohit Gupta, Ashish Shrestha, Juni Gurung, and Deepak Bhatta.

    The deadline for applying for a license for the commodity exchange (Commodity Exchange) along with the stock exchange is until 10th Baisakh, 2079 (April 22, 2023). So far, only one application has been submitted under the name of Himalayan Stock Exchange.

    Similarly, there has been no application filed until Friday for the commodity exchange. The applications for the stock and commodity exchanges are separate.

     

  • The NEPSE Index falls 15.73 points to close at 1,904.40; all sectors end in the red.

    The NEPSE Index falls 15.73 points to close at 1,904.40; all sectors end in the red.


     

    The NEPSE index closed at 1,904.40 today, down 15.73 points from the previous trading day’s close. This is a 0.82% decrease. Yesterday, the index rose 15.13 points.

    The index opened today at 1,918.49 and reached an intraday high of 1,928.76. In contrast, it dropped as low as 1,902.15 before closing at 1,904.40.