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  • “Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Reveals OTC Transactions for FY 2079-80, 206 Companies Active in the Market”

    “Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Reveals OTC Transactions for FY 2079-80, 206 Companies Active in the Market”


    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has released the records of Over the Counter (OTC) transactions for the financial year 2079-80, revealing that 206 companies are currently registered and operational in the OTC market.

    During FY 2079-80, out of the 206 registered companies in the OTC market, shares of 84 companies were actively traded, with a total of 2,12,64,095 shares being exchanged between investors. These transactions resulted in a combined market capitalization of Rs. 2.85 Arba.

    In addition, the OTC transactions generated revenue in the form of Capital Gain Tax (CGT), amounting to Rs. 5.29 crores, which is levied on the profit made from share transactions.

    NEPSE introduced the OTC Market platform, which has been operational since 2064 B.S. According to the guidelines set by the Office of the Company Registrar on Magh 18, 2072, public companies that have not listed on the stock exchange due to various reasons, such as de-listing or failure to meet listing criteria, have the opportunity to conduct share transactions and transfers through the OTC market.

    The OTC market provides an alternative platform for investors and companies that are not listed on the main stock exchange to participate in share trading, offering increased accessibility and liquidity for shareholders in this segment of the market.

  • “Indian Markets Hit Fresh Record Highs with Sensex Gaining 474 Points, Nifty Nearing 20,000; ITC Joins Rs 6 Trillion Market Cap Club”

    “Indian Markets Hit Fresh Record Highs with Sensex Gaining 474 Points, Nifty Nearing 20,000; ITC Joins Rs 6 Trillion Market Cap Club”


    The stock markets experienced fresh record highs today, with the Sensex surging by 474 points, coming close to reaching the 20,000 mark for Nifty. Among the top gainers, ITC stood out, reaching an all-time high of Rs 492 on the BSE and becoming part of the prestigious Rs 6 trillion market cap club, which includes esteemed companies like Reliance Industries, Tata Consultancy Services, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, and Infosys.

    Despite some fluctuations in trading, the key domestic indices performed exceptionally well, primarily driven by the excitement surrounding the listing of Jio Financial Services following a special pre-open session for Reliance Industries. The Sensex reached an intraday high of 67,619.17, while the Nifty50 almost touched the significant milestone of 20,000, closing at 19,991.85.

    Sector-wise, most indices concluded the day in positive territory, with the exception of the IT index, which saw a slight decline of 0.66 per cent. Notably, Nifty Pharma, FMCG, healthcare, and Nifty Bank exhibited substantial gains, rising by 1.46 per cent, 1.35 per cent, 1.17 per cent, and 1.13 per cent, respectively. The Nifty Next 50, however, was the only broader market index that experienced a slight drop. Overall, it was a positive and promising day for the markets, with several sectors showcasing significant growth.

  • “Nepal Rastra Bank to Publicize Monetary Policy for Fiscal Year 2080-81, Governor’s Return Coincides with Announcement”

    “Nepal Rastra Bank to Publicize Monetary Policy for Fiscal Year 2080-81, Governor’s Return Coincides with Announcement”


    The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is preparing to announce the monetary policy for the ongoing fiscal year 2080-81, which is expected to be publicized by the end of the first week of Shrawan. Narayan Prasad Pokhrel, the Deputy Spokesperson and Information Officer of NRB, revealed in a phone conversation with Sharesansar that the central bank has devised internal procedures to ensure the monetary policy is made public by Shrawan 07, which falls on the upcoming Sunday.

    Narayan Prasad Pokhrel stated, “The internal procedures of the Nepal Rastra Bank have been designed in a way that allows for the monetary policy to be publicized by Shrawan 07.” This indicates that the necessary steps and protocols have been put in place within the central bank to ensure the timely release of the monetary policy.

    In related news, Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari of NRB is expected to return to Nepal from his foreign trip on Wednesday. Previously, there were reports that a delegation of 28 members, led by the governor himself, would be traveling to Canada. The purpose of this trip was to engage in discussions with the assessment team of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in order to prevent Nepal from being placed on the “grey list” for money laundering.

    The announcement of the monetary policy by the NRB is an important event that will have implications for the fiscal year 2080-81 in Nepal. It is expected that Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari’s return from his foreign trip will coincide with the release of the monetary policy, indicating that the central bank is actively addressing both domestic and international financial matters.

  • “Inland Revenue Department (IRD) Falls Short of Revenue Target, Collecting Rs. 4 Kharba 80 Arba in Last Fiscal Year”

    “Inland Revenue Department (IRD) Falls Short of Revenue Target, Collecting Rs. 4 Kharba 80 Arba in Last Fiscal Year”


    The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) faced a shortfall in revenue collection for the last fiscal year, collecting a total of Rs. 4 Kharba 80 Arba. This amount fell 23 percent below the target set at Rs. 6 Kharba 26 Arba. Furthermore, the revenue collected was Rs. 3 Arba less than the previous year’s collection (2078/79).

    Throughout the fiscal year, the department struggled to meet its revenue targets. Even in the month of Ashad, revenue collection fell short compared to the previous year, with only Rs. 72 Arba collected as opposed to the previous year’s Rs. 73 Arba.

    By the end of Jestha, the department had collected Rs. 4 Kharba 8 Arba, falling short by Rs. 2 Arba compared to the previous fiscal year. Despite this, it was significantly below the revenue target set for the year.

    The lower revenue collection was primarily attributed to reduced earnings from banks, financial institutions, alcohol, and automobile dealers compared to the previous year. The department faced challenges in meeting revenue targets since the month of Shrawan, with each subsequent month falling short of the set targets.

    For instance, in Poush, the department collected only Rs. 71.31 Arba, which was far below the target of Rs. 1 Kharba 6 Arba. Similarly, in Chaitra, the collection amounted to only Rs. 55.2 Arba, while the target was set at Rs. 83.75 Arba.

    Overall, the Inland Revenue Department managed to collect approximately 77 percent of the targeted revenue, resulting in a shortfall of Rs. 3 Arba compared to the previous fiscal year’s collection.

  • Decrease in Interbank Interest Rate Indicates Heightened Liquidity in Nepal’s Banking System

    Decrease in Interbank Interest Rate Indicates Heightened Liquidity in Nepal’s Banking System


    The banking sector in Nepal has recently witnessed a decrease in the interbank interest rate, indicating an increase in liquidity within the system. According to data provided by Nepal Rastra Bank, the interbank interest rate of banks has fallen below 1 percent. Specifically, on Ashad 27, the interbank interest rate remained stable at 0.83 percent.

    In parallel, the average Cash Deposit (CD) ratio experienced a decline on Ashad 27, reaching 81.67 percent compared to the 82.11 percent recorded on Ashad 25. This decline in the CD ratio can be attributed to the infusion of an additional Rs. 23 Arba into the banking system.

    As of Ashad 25, the total deposits held by banks and financial institutions amounted to Rs. 57.13 Kharba. By Ashad 27, this figure had increased to Rs. 57.36 Kharba. Moreover, the credit investment by banks stood at Rs. 48.51 Kharba.

    Overall, these developments indicate a higher level of liquidity within the banking sector in Nepal, reflected by the decrease in interbank interest rates and the rise in total deposits. This increased liquidity provides potential opportunities for financial institutions to support credit investment and drive economic growth.

  • Gold Price Surges by Rs. 800 per Tola in the Domestic Market; Silver Also Rises by Rs. 40 per Tola

    Gold Price Surges by Rs. 800 per Tola in the Domestic Market; Silver Also Rises by Rs. 40 per Tola


    Today, the price of gold has experienced an increase of Rs. 800 per tola in the domestic market. As reported by the official website of the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, fine gold is currently being traded at Rs. 112,400 per tola, whereas yesterday it was maintained at Rs. 111,600 per tola. Tejabi gold, on the other hand, is being traded at Rs. 111,850 today, compared to yesterday’s rate of Rs. 111,050 per tola.

    In addition, the price of silver has also seen a rise of Rs. 40 per tola. The shiny white metal is currently being traded at Rs. 1,440 per tola in the local market, whereas the closing rate yesterday stood at Rs. 1,400 per tola.

    It is worth noting that in the international market, the current price of gold stands at USD $1,956.10 per ounce, while silver is being traded at $24.17 per ounce.

  • Radhi Sana Hydropower Project’s 4.4 MW Capacity Put on Hold Due to Flood Damage

    Radhi Sana Hydropower Project’s 4.4 MW Capacity Put on Hold Due to Flood Damage


    The Radhi Sana Hydropower Project, with a capacity of 4.4 MW and owned by Radhi Bidyut Company Limited (RADHI), has come to a halt due to flooding. The recent flood and landslide on Ashad 22 caused significant damage to the project’s headworks and head race pipe, resulting in the suspension of energy production.

    Located in the Lamjung district of the Gandaki Province in Nepal, the Radhi Sana Hydropower Project operates as a run-of-the-river (R-o-R) type project. It was designed with a 40% probability of exceedance (Q40). Although the project was scheduled for commercial operation by April 13, 2013, it faced delays and was finally commissioned on June 14, 2014, approximately a year later than the required commercial operation date (RCOD).

    Unfortunately, the recent flood has caused significant damage to the project’s infrastructure, leading to a temporary halt in energy generation. The company is likely assessing the extent of the damage and will need to undertake necessary repairs before resuming operations.

    The interruption in the Radhi Sana Hydropower Project’s functioning is a setback for the company, as it impacts their ability to contribute to the local energy grid and meet the region’s power demands. Efforts will now be focused on restoring the damaged components and ensuring the project can resume its operations as soon as possible, providing clean and sustainable energy to the area once again.

  • 58,000 Promoter Shares of Janaki Finance Company Up for Auction Today

    58,000 Promoter Shares of Janaki Finance Company Up for Auction Today


     

    Starting from today, the existing promoters of Janaki Finance Company Limited (JFL) are offering 58,000 units of shares for auction to the general public and institutions. Previously, the founder shareholders had announced the auction of these 58,000 units of promoter shares on a different date, but no applications were received. As a result, the shareholders have re-published a notice to auction the same 58,000 units of shares to the general public again, starting from today.

     

  • Gold Price Rises by Rs 300 Per Tola in Nepalese Market; Silver Up by Rs 5

    Gold Price Rises by Rs 300 Per Tola in Nepalese Market; Silver Up by Rs 5


    Today, the price of gold in the Nepalese market has increased by Rs. 300 per tola. As per the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association’s official website, fine gold is currently being traded at Rs. 111,600 per tola, compared to yesterday’s rate of Rs. 111,300 per tola. Similarly, Tejabi gold is being traded at Rs. 111,050 today, whereas it was priced at Rs. 110,750 per tola yesterday.

     

  • “Joshi Hydropower Appoints Laxmi Capital as Issue Manager for 65% Right Share Offering”

    “Joshi Hydropower Appoints Laxmi Capital as Issue Manager for 65% Right Share Offering”


    Joshi Hydropower Development Company has chosen Laxmi Capital Market as the issue manager to handle the issuance of its right shares to current shareholders. According to a media statement, the company will be offering shares in a ratio of 1:0.65. During a program, the CEO of the merchant bank, Mr. Rajiv Sapkota, and the chairman of the hydropower company, Mr. Ganga Prasad Joshi, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize the agreement.

     

  • Macro Economic Indicators of FY 2022/23: Remittance Inflows Rise by 22.7%, Inflation at 6.83%

    Macro Economic Indicators of FY 2022/23: Remittance Inflows Rise by 22.7%, Inflation at 6.83%


     

    As of mid-June 2023, there was a total outstanding concessional loan of Rs. 203.10 billion given to 147,510 borrowers. Out of this amount, Rs. 139.68 billion was provided to 61,235 borrowers for selected commercial agriculture and livestock businesses. Additionally, Rs. 60.46 billion was given as loans to 83,455 women entrepreneurs. In other specified sectors, a total of Rs. 2.97 billion in concessional loans was availed by 2,820 borrowers.

    During the same period, the NEPSE index, which measures the performance of the Nepal Stock Exchange, was recorded at 2042.07. This figure showed an increase compared to its value of 1996.26 in mid-June 2022.

  • NRB Approves Merger of National and Summit Microfinance

    NRB Approves Merger of National and Summit Microfinance


    The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has given its final approval for the merger between National Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NMFBS) and Summit Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SMFDB). National Microfinance (NMFBS) issued a press release announcing the approval. The merger proposal by National Microfinance was presented at a Special General Meeting (SGM) and was later finalized through a merger agreement signed by both companies’ boards of directors.