Nepal Life Insurance Company has resolved insurance claims totaling Rs 69.62 Arba as of the end of Ashoj, 2080. The disbursements primarily include death-related claims distributed among 13,512 policyholders and their nominees, encompassing both local and international beneficiaries, with a cumulative payout of Rs 5.68 Arba. The company, aiming for efficiency, has successfully settled 93% of claims by the conclusion of Ashoj. Furthermore, it commits to a swift resolution for accidental death-related claims within 3 working days and other death-related claims within 7 working days, contingent on complete documentation. Notably, the insurer has achieved a commendable record, settling 46% of claims within 3 days, 67% within 7 days, and 81% within 1 month of the comprehensive documentation submission, as highlighted in the media statement.
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Chilime Hydropower Company Proposes 15% Dividend and Announces AGM for Fiscal Year 2079/80
Chilime Hydropower Company Limited (CHCL) has recommended a dividend of 15% and scheduled its 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for Poush 20, 2080.
During the 423rd meeting of the board of directors on Mangsir 22, the proposal included a 15% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. The proposed distribution comprises 10% bonus shares amounting to Rs. 72.58 Crores and a 5% cash dividend of Rs. 36.29 Crores. The company’s current paid-up capital stands at Rs. 7.25 Arba.
To facilitate dividend distribution and the AGM, the company has set the book closure date for Poush 08. Shareholders holding positions on or before this date will be eligible for the dividend payout and can participate in the AGM.
As of the latest update, the Last Traded Price (LTP) of CHCL shares is Rs. 479.
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Himalayan Reinsurance Successfully Allocates IPO Shares to Nepalese Citizens Working Abroad
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited has successfully allocated IPO shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad, marking the completion of the allotment process on 24th Mangsir, 2080. The company, with a total issued capital of Rs. 10 Arba, allocated 30% or 3,00,00,000 unit shares for the public, including Nepalese citizens working abroad and the general public. In the specific category for Nepalese citizens working abroad, 10% or 30,00,000 unit shares were issued at a rate of Rs. 206 per share (Rs. 100 face value + Rs. 106 premium price) from December 4th to 18th Mangsir.
The allotment module received a total of 32,056 applications for 4,338,650 units. Valid applications ranged from 10 to 170 units, with applicants in this range receiving their requested allocations in full. For those applying for 180 to 19,500 units, 170 units were allotted per applicant, and a lottery process determined an additional 10 units for 2,651 applicants.
NMB Capital Limited served as the appointed issue manager, allowing applicants to place bids for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 300,000 units. Going forward, Himalayan Reinsurance Limited will issue the remaining 2,49,00,000 units for the general public from 27th Mangsir to 1st Poush, 2080, at a rate of Rs. 206 per share.
The prominent promoters of Himalayan Reinsurance include key business conglomerates and significant financial institutions such as Golchha Group, Shanker Group, Infinity Holdings, Lucky Group, Ramesh Corp, Shiv Shakti Group, Himalayan Infrastructure Fund Ltd., Shalimar Investment, Saffron CK Investments, Vaishnav Enterprises, Murarka Group, K L Dugar Group, M V Dugar Group, R H Group, M S Corp, IME Group, Prem Gurung and Group, Ashlesha Enterprises, Allied Continental, and Balaji Marbles.
ICRA Nepal has reaffirmed an issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] A- for Himalayan Reinsurance Limited, signifying an adequate level of safety regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations and indicating low credit risk for the company.
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NIC Asia Bank Conducts Auction for Sana Kisan Bikas Laghubitta Promoter Shares
“NIC Asia Bank Limited Initiates Auction for SKBBL Promoter Shares”
Commencing from the 24th of Mangsir to the 29th of Poush, 2080, NIC Asia Bank Limited (NICA) has initiated an auction for the promoter shares of Sana Kisan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SKBBL).
The auction involves 3,92,657 units of SKBBL promoter shares and is open to qualified interested promoter shareholders of Sana Kisan Co-operative and other promoter shareholders. However, the notice stipulates that priority will be given to Sana Kisan Co-operative. The minimum bid rate for the auction is set at Rs. 348, with a minimum bid quantity of 1,000 units for promoter shares.
While bidders have the option to bid for the entire issue, they are required to adhere to the Nepal Rastra Bank’s regulations, ensuring that the specified quantity of shares per entity is not exceeded. NIC Asia Capital has been appointed as the auction manager for this issue.
As of the latest update, SKBBL has a Last Traded Price (LTP) of Rs. 881.
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Swabalamban Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SWBBL) Wraps Up Dividend Offer Today
Investors have until today to seize the opportunity for a 13.01% dividend from Swabalamban Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SWBBL), as the company has declared its 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 4th Poush, 2080.
During the 418th board of directors meeting convened on Ashwin 30, it was decided to allocate the dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 1.29 Arba. The proposed dividend includes a 12.3599% bonus shares amounting to Rs. 15.95 crores and a 0.6505% cash dividend (inclusive of tax) totaling Rs. 83.94 lakh.
To be eligible for the dividend payout and attendance at the AGM, shareholders must maintain their status until the book closure on 22nd Mangsir 2080.
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Himalayan Reinsurance Limited Announces IPO for 2.49 Million Units with Robust Promoter Support
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) with the issuance of 2,49,00,000 unit shares starting from 27th Mangsir, 2080. The early closing date for this IPO is on the 1st Poush, with the possibility of extension up to the 11th Poush, 2080, if the subscription is not fully met. Out of the total 3,00,00,000 units, 10% (30,00,000 units) have been allocated to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 2% (6,00,000 units) for the company’s employees, and 5% (15,00,000 units) for mutual funds. The remaining 2,49,00,000 units are reserved for the general public, priced at Rs. 206 per share (Rs. 100 face value + Rs. 106 premium).
NMB Capital Limited is designated as the issue manager, and interested investors can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 3,00,000 units. ICRA Nepal has affirmed an issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] A- to Himalayan Reinsurance Limited, indicating a satisfactory level of safety in terms of timely financial obligation servicing, signifying a low credit risk.
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited, established in 2021, is Nepal’s second reinsurance company and operates in both the Life and Non-Life insurance sectors. The company’s IPO involves prominent promoters, including Golchha Group, Shanker Group, Infinity Holdings, Lucky Group, Ramesh Corp, Shiv Shakti Group, and other influential business entities. The IPO represents a significant milestone for the company and provides an opportunity for the public to participate in its growth.
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Nabil Bank Announces Issuance of 9% Nabil Debenture 2087 with Rs. 3 Arba Target
Nabil Bank Limited (NABIL) has issued an offer letter announcing the issuance of 30,00,000 units of “9% Nabil Debenture 2087” to the general public. The debentures, featuring a maturity period of 7 years and a coupon rate of 9%, will be open for subscription from the 29th of Mangsir to the 3rd of Poush, 2080. In the event of undersubscription, the deadline may be extended until the 13th of Poush, 2080.
The debentures, valued at Rs. 1000 per unit, will have a total issuance of 30 lakh units. Of this, 60%, equivalent to 18 lakh units, will be subscribed through private placement. The remaining 12 lakh units, amounting to Rs. 1.2 Arba, will be available for public issuance, with 5% of this allocation reserved for mutual funds. The total proceeds from the issuance are expected to reach Rs. 3 Arba.
Kumari Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this debenture offering. Interested investors can apply for a minimum of 25 units and a maximum of 12,00,000 units.
ICRA Nepal has reconfirmed the issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] AA- – (pronounced ICRA NP issuer rating Double A minus) for Nabil Bank Limited. This rating indicates a high level of safety concerning the timely fulfillment of financial obligations, reflecting a very low credit risk associated with the bank.
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NEPSE Index Surges 0.63%, Registers Significant Gains with Notable Turnover
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index recorded a significant increase of 11.73 points, equivalent to 0.63%, compared to the previous day’s closing, concluding at 1,852.77 points. In the preceding trading session, the index had witnessed a gain of 3.33 points.
The day commenced with the index opening at 1840.42, marking an intraday low of 1,834.64 and reaching a peak at 1,861.22 during the course of trading.
Throughout the day’s trading activities, a total of 299 different stocks were involved in 53,146 transactions. The trading volume reached 9,505,608 shares, leading to a total turnover of Rs. 2.79 Arba. The overall market capitalization was reported at Rs. 28.56 Kharba, with a float market capitalization of Rs. 9.96 Kharba.
The stock with the highest turnover was Nepal Reinsurance Company Limited Promoter Share (NRICP), reaching a notable Rs. 86.83 crores.
Among individual stocks, Trishuli Jal Vidhyut Company Limited (TVCL) demonstrated the highest gain at 10%, closely followed by Samaj Laghubittya Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SAMAJ) with a gain of 9.97%.
However, Global IME Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Ltd. (GILB) experienced the most substantial loss, declining by 7.81% during the day.
In terms of sector indices, with the exception of the “Trading Index,” all other sector indices concluded in positive territory. The “Non-Life Insurance Index” emerged as the top gainer, registering a gain of 2.11%. Conversely, the “Trading Index” witnessed a loss of 0.50%.
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“Nepal Insurance Company Announces 75th AGM with Dividend Approval and Key Agenda Items”
Nepal Insurance Company Limited (NICL) has scheduled its 75th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to take place on the 13th of Poush, 2080. The venue for the meeting is set at Nepal Pragya Pratisthan, Kamaladi, Kathmandu, with proceedings commencing at 11 am.
Among the various items on the agenda, the AGM will seek approval for a 10.5263% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. The decision to distribute this dividend was made during the 8th meeting of the board of directors held on Mangsir 9, 2080. The proposed dividend includes a 0.5263% cash dividend amounting to Rs. 78.67 lakhs and a 10% bonus shares allocation valued at Rs. 14.94 Crores. As of the latest available data, the existing paid-up capital of NICL stands at Rs. 1.49 Arba.
Additionally, the AGM will cover agendas such as the endorsement of the auditor’s report, inclusive of profit and loss statements, financial reports, and cash flow reports. The meeting will also address the appointment of an auditor for the fiscal year 2080/81 and seek approval for the appointment of directors.
The book closure date for the AGM is set on Mangsir 28. Shareholders holding positions before this date are entitled to the dividend payout and are eligible to participate in the AGM.
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Nepal Warehousing Company IPO Allotment Records Overwhelming Response and Substantial Oversubscription
The IPO allotment for Nepal Warehousing Company Limited concluded today at the headquarters of the issue manager, Himalayan Capital Limited, located in Kathmandu.
Nepal Warehousing Company Limited had issued 11,41,250 units of IPO shares at a par value of Rs. 100 to the general public from the 10th to the 13th of Mangsir, 2080. Out of the total 13,75,000 units offered, 10% (1,37,500 units) were allocated to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 2% (27,500 units) were set aside for the company’s employees, and 5% (68,750 units) were designated for mutual funds. The remaining 11,41,250 units were made available for the general public.
The IPO garnered substantial interest, receiving applications from 11,91,988 valid applicants who collectively applied for 1,26,56,720 units. The oversubscription rate exceeded 11.09 times. In the allotment process, 1,14,125 applicants were allotted 10 units each through a lottery system, while the remaining 10,77,863 applicants did not receive any allotment. Mutual funds were allotted 68,750 units, and 27,500 units were allocated to the company’s employees. However, 3,661 applicants who applied for 48,730 units were disqualified.
The IPO result can be accessed through platforms such as CDSC IPO Result, MeroShare, and Himalayan Capital Limited.
ICRA Nepal has reaffirmed the issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] BB- to Nepal Warehousing Company Limited, indicating a moderate risk of default concerning the timely servicing of financial obligations.
Nepal Warehousing Company was established under the Company Act, 2063 of Nepal, with the primary objective of addressing the warehousing needs of farmers, traders, millers, and businessmen involved in grain trade for commercial and industrial purposes. The company aims to mitigate post-harvest losses, maintain product quality, and provide a suitable environment for long-term grain storage. To achieve this, the company has installed high-quality silos with a capacity of 55,000 MT at three different locations in provinces 1, 2, and Lumbini.
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Gold Prices in Nepal Decline by Rs. 800 per Tola as Global Market Faces Slump
The price of gold has observed a decline of Rs. 800 per tola today, as reported by the official website of the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. The current value of fine gold is reported at Rs. 1,18,400 per tola, representing a decrease from its stable position the previous day at Rs. 1,19,200 per tola. Simultaneously, Tejabi gold is being traded at Rs. 1,17,850 today, reflecting a reduction of Rs. 800 per tola from its previous rate of Rs. 1,18,650 per tola.
Contrasting the recent decrease, on December 4, 2023, fine gold had achieved a historic high of Rs. 1,21,600 per tola, and Tejabi gold had surged to Rs. 1,21,000, marking a record at that time.
Furthermore, silver has also witnessed a decrease of Rs. 20 per tola, with the current market rate standing at Rs. 1,480 per tola, compared to its closing rate of Rs. 1,500 per tola the day before.
The global decline in gold prices, now at $2,020.50 per ounce, has had a notable impact on the domestic bullion market. Concurrently, silver is being traded at $24.20 per ounce on the international market.
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NEPSE Index Rebounds with a 0.18% Gain After Previous Session’s Decline
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) Index closed with a gain of 3.33 points, equivalent to 0.18%, compared to the previous day’s closing, settling at 1,841.04 points. This follows a loss of 10.10 points recorded in the preceding trading session.
The trading day commenced with the index opening at 1837.24, hitting an intraday low of 1,830.31, and reaching an intraday high of 1,841.80.
Throughout today’s trading, 293 different stocks were exchanged in 34,971 transactions. The volume of shares traded amounted to 3,755,124, leading to a total turnover of Rs. 1.14 Arba. The market capitalization stood at Rs. 28.38 Kharba, with a float market capitalization of Rs. 9.90 Kharba.
Reliable Nepal Life Insurance Limited (RNLI) recorded the highest turnover, reaching Rs. 73.44 crores, and closed at a market price of Rs. 488.10.
Similarly, Global IME Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Ltd. (GILB) exhibited the highest gain of 10%, followed by Vijaya Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Ltd. (VLBS) with a gain of 8.07%.
Conversely, Singati Hydro Energy Limited (SHEL) faced the highest loss of 9.13% during today’s trading.
Regarding sector indices, 5 sector indices concluded in negative territory, with the Manufacturing and Processing index registering the most significant loss at 0.70%. Meanwhile, the Life Insurance Index recorded the highest gain, increasing by 1.21 percent.