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  • Shivam Cements (SHIVM) Price Soars 57.11% in 90 Days; Top Broker Revealed!

    Shivam Cements (SHIVM) Price Soars 57.11% in 90 Days; Top Broker Revealed!


     

    Over the past 90 days, the stock price of Shivam Cements Limited (SHIVM) has experienced a remarkable surge. The company’s shares have soared by an impressive 57.11%, indicating a strong boost in investor confidence and signaling positive prospects for the cement industry. Starting at Rs. 394 on April 10, 2023, the closing price of Shivam Cements Limited has steadily risen to Rs. 619 as of July 10, 2023. This substantial increase of Rs. 225 reflects the remarkable growth and value appreciation the company has achieved in a relatively short time.

     

     

  • Provinces Fall Short: Only 49% of Budget Spent by June 15 in Current FY

    Provinces Fall Short: Only 49% of Budget Spent by June 15 in Current FY


    As of June 15 in the current fiscal year 2022/23, the provinces in the country have only used half of their budget. Out of the total allocated budget of Rs 306 billion, they have spent Rs 151.3 billion, which is around 49.45 percent of the yearly allocation. According to the Office of the Comptroller General, Koshi Province has the highest expenditure rate at 61.41 percent, while Madhes Province has the lowest at 36.25 percent during the last 11 months of this fiscal year.

     

  • “Nepal Finance Limited to Auction 11.16 Lakh Promoter Shares from Ashad 29”

    “Nepal Finance Limited to Auction 11.16 Lakh Promoter Shares from Ashad 29”


     

    Nepal Finance Limited (NFS) is conducting an auction to sell 11,16,616.187 units of promoter shares to the general public. The auction will take place from 29th Ashad to 12th Shrawan, 2080. The auction is open to existing promoters, the general public, and institutions. The minimum bid rate is Rs. 100, and bidders must bid for a minimum quantity of 1000 units. However, there is a limit on the number of shares that each entity can bid for, as per the rules of the Nepal Rastra Bank. Prabhu Capital has been appointed as the auction manager.

     

  • Kumari Bank’s 757,699 Promoter Shares Up for Auction Today

    Kumari Bank’s 757,699 Promoter Shares Up for Auction Today


     

    Kumari Bank Limited (KBL) is conducting an auction to sell 757,699 units of promoter shares to the general public. The auction will take place from the 22nd to the 29th of Ashad, 2080. Individuals, companies, and institutions are all allowed to participate in the auction, with a minimum bid rate of Rs. 110. Bidders must bid for at least 1,000 units of promoter shares and are not allowed to exceed the specified quantity of shares per entity set by the Nepal Rastra Bank.

     

  • NEPSE Approves Membership for Seven New Brokerage Companies, Expanding Market Services

    NEPSE Approves Membership for Seven New Brokerage Companies, Expanding Market Services


    NEPSE Approves Membership for Seven New Brokerage Companies

    The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has confirmed the membership of seven new brokerage companies. These companies have met the criteria and received approval from NEPSE’s Board of Directors.

    Expansion of Brokerage Services

    The seven newly approved companies include Bhole Ganesh Securities Limited, Capital Max Securities Limited, Himalayan Brokerage Company Limited, Sun Securities Private Limited, Miyo Securities Private Limited, Sharepro Securities Private Limited, and Property Wizard Limited.

    Phase Two Approval

    In the second phase, 11 additional companies obtained licenses from the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON). Mega Stock Markets Limited can now operate as a full securities broker. Nabil Securities Limited, the sole applicant for a broker company with a dealer’s license, also received approval.

    Inspection and Testing

    NEPSE is currently inspecting the infrastructure of new brokers to ensure compliance with regulations. Brokers are preparing their IT manpower and establishing connections through an Application Programming Interface (API) for testing purposes.

    Membership and Business Activities

    After receiving NEPSE’s permission, brokers will need to obtain membership from the CDS and Clearing Limited. Once this process is complete, brokers can begin their business activities in the stock market.

    Preparations Underway

    Brokers are actively managing staff and preparing their infrastructure for smooth operations in the market. They are working to meet requirements and ensure a successful entry.

    NEPSE’s Internal Examination

    NEPSE’s Board of Directors will conduct an internal examination of the NEPSE-30 index before determining its operational date. This demonstrates NEPSE’s commitment to a well-functioning stock market.

  • Shikhar Insurance Leads Non-Life Insurance Premium Collection with Rs. 36.19 Arba in Jestha

    Shikhar Insurance Leads Non-Life Insurance Premium Collection with Rs. 36.19 Arba in Jestha


     

    In the first eleven months of the fiscal year 2079/80, non-life insurance companies in Nepal collected an impressive amount of Rs. 36.19 Arba in premiums from 25.37 lakh active insurance policies. According to a report from the Nepal Insurance Authority, Siddhartha Premier Insurance holds the most active policies at 313,602, followed by Sagarmatha Lumbini Insurance with 305,633 policies. On the other hand, National Insurance Co. Ltd has the fewest active policies, with only 30,563 in total.

     

  • SEBON Approves Himalayan Capital’s “Himalaya 80-20” Mutual Fund Scheme with 10 Crore Units

    SEBON Approves Himalayan Capital’s “Himalaya 80-20” Mutual Fund Scheme with 10 Crore Units


     

    The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has given its approval for the “Himalayan 80-20” mutual fund scheme, which is valued at Rs 1 Arba. This closed-end scheme will offer 10 crore unit shares with a par value of Rs 10 per share. The scheme is sponsored by Himalayan Bank Limited (HBL) and managed by Himalayan Capital Limited. It is noteworthy that this is the first mutual fund scheme to be operated by Himalayan Capital.

  • “80% Surge in Life Insurance Policies for Foreign Employment, NIA Statistics Show”

    “80% Surge in Life Insurance Policies for Foreign Employment, NIA Statistics Show”


     

    According to the Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA), the number of life insurance policies taken by individuals working abroad has increased by a significant 80.68 percent within a year. From Jestha 2079 to Jestha 2080, the number of life insurance policies subscribed for foreign employment rose from 876,541 to 1,583,746.

    Overall, there has been growth in both life and non-life insurance policies during this period. The total count of life insurance policies sold increased by 11.38 percent, reaching 14,069,937 by Jestha 2080, compared to 12,632,373 by the end of Jestha 2079.

     

  • Nepal Rastra Bank Issues Rs. 20 Arba Reverse Repo for the Fourth Time

    Nepal Rastra Bank Issues Rs. 20 Arba Reverse Repo for the Fourth Time


     

    Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has responded to the accumulation of excess liquidity in the banking system by issuing another reverse repo. After previously issuing reverse repos on two separate occasions, NRB has now introduced Rs. 20 Arba on Tuesday. The reverse repo is a monetary tool utilized to absorb surplus liquidity and bring stability to the system. Considering there is approximately Rs. 40 Arba of excess liquidity in the system, this marks the fourth reverse repo issued by NRB during the current financial year.

     

  • NEPSE Index Declines by 1.02% as Trading Remains Active

    NEPSE Index Declines by 1.02% as Trading Remains Active


    The NEPSE index had a downward trend and closed at 2,075.97 points, experiencing a loss of 21.32 points or 1.02% from the previous day. It had dropped significantly by 53.70 points in the preceding session.

    Despite starting on a hopeful note at 2,096.72 points, the index faced fluctuations throughout the day. It reached a high of 2,113.74 points but also dipped to a low of 2,069.60 points before settling at the closing figure.

    Trading activity remained active, with 276 scrips traded through 64,868 transactions. A total of 9,418,952 shares were traded, resulting in a turnover of Rs. 4.05 Arba. Although lower than the previous day’s turnover of Rs. 5.08 Arba, the market maintained a reasonable level of liquidity.

    Himalayan Life Insurance Limited (HLI) was the most actively traded stock, with a turnover of Rs. 23.94 crores and a market price of Rs. 532 per share.

    Laxmi Equity Fund (LEMF) experienced the most significant decrease, losing 8.95% of its value.

    Among the sector indices, only the “Hotel and Tourism” sector had gains, growing by 2.07%. On the other hand, the “Life Insurance” sector saw the largest decline of 1.83%. This indicates varying performance across sectors, with the Hotel and Tourism sector showing strength while the Life Insurance sector faced setbacks.

  • “126 MW Power Added to Dordi Corridor: Enhancing Electricity Transmission”

    “126 MW Power Added to Dordi Corridor: Enhancing Electricity Transmission”


     

    The 132 KV Dordi Corridor Double Circuit Transmission Line Project has successfully connected 126.84 MW of electricity. This transmission line was built to transfer power from the Dordi River and its tributaries in Lamjung efficiently. Previously, the power infrastructure in the region was not fully utilized due to a lack of electricity. However, since the activation of the transmission line last Bhadra, electricity generated from four completed projects in the Dordi River (118.1 MW) and the Chepe River (8.83 MW) has been successfully linked to the grid.

     

  • ADB Approves $50M Loan to Boost Nepal’s Trade

    ADB Approves $50M Loan to Boost Nepal’s Trade


     

    The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $50 million USD loan to help Nepal boost its domestic and international trade. Trade and industry currently make up 14.1% of Nepal’s GDP. The Nepalese government aims to increase the trade sector’s contribution by improving trade and export promotion, enhancing customs and logistics systems, and strengthening the supply chain for primary products. This includes focusing on efficient transport, transit arrangements, and border procedures.