Tag: Reserve

  • “Nepal Rastra Bank’s Mid-September 2023 Financial Snapshot: Inflation, Forex Reserves, and Economic Indicators”

    “Nepal Rastra Bank’s Mid-September 2023 Financial Snapshot: Inflation, Forex Reserves, and Economic Indicators”


    Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, has released an overview of the current macroeconomic and financial situation in Nepal, based on data from the first two months ending in mid-September 2023.

    Inflation and Forex Reserves:The central bank reported an estimated year-on-year inflation rate of 8.19%. Nepal’s gross foreign exchange reserves stood at $12.01 billion, while total imports and exports declined by 5.1%, leading to a 4.7% reduction in the trade deficit.

    Concessional Loans: As of mid-September 2023, concessional loans amounted to NPR 195.62 billion, benefiting 144,758 borrowers, with a significant portion directed toward commercial agriculture, livestock, and women entrepreneurs.

    Stock Market: The NEPSE index in mid-September 2023 reached 1964.9, compared to 1910.4 in the same period the previous year.

    Inflation: Consumer price inflation for the same period was 8.19%, down from 8.64% the previous year. Wholesale price inflation also decreased significantly to 4.78%.

    Imports and Exports: Merchandise exports saw a 7.8% decrease in the first two months of 2023/24, while imports decreased by 5.1%. Exports to India declined, but exports to China and other countries increased.

    Services and Remittance: Nepal experienced a deficit in net services income, while remittances increased by 22.1%.

    Inter-bank Transactions:Interbank transactions, including those among commercial banks and other financial institutions, have seen a substantial increase.

    Oil and Gold Prices:The international price of oil increased, while gold prices also rose.

    Foreign Exchange Reserves: Gross foreign exchange reserves showed growth, covering a substantial portion of imports and other financial indicators.

    Exchange Rate:The Nepalese currency depreciated slightly against the US dollar.

    Government Expenditure and Revenue: The government’s expenditure and revenue figures were reported, providing insights into the country’s financial activities.

    Banking and Credit: Domestic credit decreased slightly, and the monetary sector’s claims on the private sector increased by 1.7%.

    Interest Rates: Various banking sectors reported their average base rates, which showed some variations compared to the previous year.

    Balance of Payments: The Balance of Payments (BOP) reflected a surplus, contrasting with a deficit from the same period in the previous year.

    This comprehensive report offers a detailed insight into Nepal’s economic and financial landscape during the initial two months of the fiscal year 2023/24.

  • Foreign Employment Reserve IPO. Guide lines are not clear

    Foreign Employment Reserve IPO. Guide lines are not clear


    Can anyone provide information about foreign employment reserve IPO? Guidelines are no where to found. I called bank and capital they can’t provide any useful information. I get it I need to open an account and get CRN number but how?? Most of the bank don’t do online verification. Do they?

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  • “7.5% Urja Rinpatra 2089 Everest Bank Ltd” ” Now Available in NEPSE

    “7.5% Urja Rinpatra 2089 Everest Bank Ltd” ” Now Available in NEPSE


    NEPSE has listed 746,830 units of “7.5% Everest Bank Limited Urja Rinpatra (Energy Bond) 2089.”

    From the 25th Poush to the 09th Magh of 2079, Everest Bank Limited (EBL) issued 20,00,000 units of “7.5% Everest Bank Limited Urja Rinpatra (Energy Bond) 2089.”

    From the overall offer of 20 lakh units, 12 lakh units were subscribed through private placement, while the remaining 8 lakh units worth Rs. 80 crores were open for public issue, with 5% reserved for mutual funds.

    As the name implies, the “7.5% Everest Bank Limited Urja Rinpatra (Energy Bond) 2089” would provide unit holders with 7.5% yearly yields till maturity, which is in the year 2089 BS (10 years).

  • On Chaitra 20, Dolti Power Company distributed IPO shares to project-affected residents of Dailekh District.

    On Chaitra 20, Dolti Power Company distributed IPO shares to project-affected residents of Dailekh District.


    Dolti Power Company Limited has distributed IPO shares to Dailekh District residents affected by the project. The allotment program came to an end on Chaitra 20, 2079.

    The company’s issued capital is Rs. 53.64 crores, of which 10%, or 536,486 unit shares worth Rs. 5.36 crores, were allocated to project-affected Dailekh District residents. Meanwhile, 20% of the company’s issued capital, or 10,72,972 unit shares, will be made available to the general public later. 10% of the shares in this public offering, totaling 107,298 units, were reserved for Nepalese citizens working abroad. The problem had begun on the 8th of Falgun, 2079.

     

  • Makar Jitumaya Suri Hydropower Company Allotted IPO Shares to Locals Affected by the Project and Nepalese Working Abroad

    Makar Jitumaya Suri Hydropower Company Allotted IPO Shares to Locals Affected by the Project and Nepalese Working Abroad


    Makar Jitumaya Suri Hydropower Company Limited has distributed IPO shares to project-affected Dolakha District residents and Nepalese citizens working abroad. The allotment program ended on Chaitra 9, 2079.

    The company’s issued capital is Rs. 76 crores, of which 10%, or 7,60,000 unit shares worth Rs. 7.6 crores, were allocated to project-affected Dolakha District residents (Locals of Gaurisankhar gaupalika and Bigu gaupalika). Meanwhile, 20% of the company’s issued capital, or 15,20,000 unit shares, will be made available to the general public later. 10% of the shares in this public offering, totaling 152,000 units, were reserved for Nepalese citizens working abroad. The issue had begun on the 15th of Magh, 2079.

     

  • Modi Energy IPO closes today for Nepalese working abroad.

    Modi Energy IPO closes today for Nepalese working abroad.


    Modi Energy Limited is closing its IPO issue to Nepalese citizens working abroad today, 9th Chaitra, and has extended the IPO issue deadline for project-affected locals until 16th Chaitra, 2079. The problem had begun on the 25th of Falgun, 2079.

    The company’s issued capital is Rs. 2.9 Arba, of which 10%, or 29,00,000 unit shares worth Rs. 29 crores, have been distributed to project-affected Parbat District residents. Meanwhile, 15% of the company’s outstanding capital, or 43,50,000 unit shares, will be made available to the general public later. This public offering, which will conclude today, has reserved 10% of the shares totalling 435,000 units for Nepali people working overseas.

  • In the second quarter of fiscal year 2079/80, Himalayan Reinsurance earns a net profit of Rs. 4.63 crores.

    In the second quarter of fiscal year 2079/80, Himalayan Reinsurance earns a net profit of Rs. 4.63 crores.


    Himalayan Reinsurance Limited reported a net profit of Rs. 4.63 crores for the fiscal year 2079/2080’s second quarter. The company’s net profit fell by 62.83% in the second quarter.

    In this quarter, the company’s paid-up capital was Rs. 7 Arba, while its reserve and surplus were Rs. 17.7 Crores.

    This quarter, the company earned Rs. 8.52 crores from investments, loans, and other sources.

     

  • 7-Month Macroeconomic Highlights: Inflation is 7.88%.

    7-Month Macroeconomic Highlights: Inflation is 7.88%.


    According to the Nepal Rastra Bank, inflation remained at 7.88 percent year on year. During the mentioned period, the gross foreign exchange reserves stood at USD 10.50 billion, while total imports and exports decreased by 19.9 percent and 29 percent, respectively, and the trade deficit decreased by 18.7 percent.

    The outstanding concessional loan was Rs.210.96 billion as of mid-February 2023, with 148,295 borrowers. For selected commercial agriculture and livestock businesses, Rs.142.56 billion has been extended to 61,335 borrowers. Similarly, 84,105 women entrepreneurs have received loans totaling Rs.65.19 billion. A total of 2,855 borrowers have received concessional loans in other specified sector

     

  • Decrease in Sales Revenue and Increase in Finance Cost Results 33.12% Decline in Net Profit of Supermai Hydropower for Q2

    Decrease in Sales Revenue and Increase in Finance Cost Results 33.12% Decline in Net Profit of Supermai Hydropower for Q2


    The second quarter (Q2) of the current FY 2079/80 had a net profit decline of 33.12% for Supermai Hydropower Limited (SMHL). From Rs. 7.50 crores in the same quarter last year, the earnings dropped to Rs. 5.0184 crores this quarter.

    This quarter’s net profit decreased as a result of a fall in sales income and an increase in finance expenses.

    In this quarter, the company generated total revenue of Rs. 13.93 crores, a reduction of 6.27% over the same quarter of the previous year.

    With a share capital of 40 crore rupees, it has a reserve fund of 5.30 crore rupees. Its net worth per share is Rs 113.26, and its yearly earnings per share are Rs 25.09.

  • On Sunday, the Asian Hydropower IPO Allocation will be completed; 69,720 Applicants Will Get 10 Units Each.

    On Sunday, the Asian Hydropower IPO Allocation will be completed; 69,720 Applicants Will Get 10 Units Each.


    On Sunday, or 14 Falgun 2079, is when Asian Hydropower Limited will distribute its first public offering (IPO) shares. From that day at 9 am, the allotment program would take place on the grounds of the issue manager, NMB Capital Ltd, in Naxal.

    From the 27th Magh to the 3rd Falgun, the company distributed 6,97,200 units of shares with a face value of 100 rupees to the general public as part of an IPO. Of of the entire 840,000 units, 10%, or 84,000 units, have already been issued and allocated to Nepalese people living and working abroad. 2%, or 16,800 units, were set aside for the company’s employees, while 5%, or 42,000 units, of the total offered shares, were reserved for mutual funds.

  • Last Day to Apply for Sagarmatha Jalbidhyut Company’s Local IPO; Issue Closing Date:

    Last Day to Apply for Sagarmatha Jalbidhyut Company’s Local IPO; Issue Closing Date:


    From today, 5th Falgun, 2079, Sagarmatha Jalbidhyut Company Limited will close the issue of 11,20,000 unit IPO shares for project-affected locals of Illam District. The issue had begun on the 5th of Magh, 2079.

    The company’s issued capital is Rs. 1.12 Arba, of which 10%, or 11,20,000 unit shares worth Rs. 11.20 crores, have been reserved for project-affected Illam District residents. Meanwhile, 39% of the company’s issued capital, or 43,68,000 unit shares, will be made available to the general public later. 10% of the shares, totaling 436,800 units, were allocated for Nepalese citizens working abroad in this public issue, which closed on the 19th of March

     

  • Global IME Bank’s “11.25% Global IME Bank Debenture 2084/85” will close today & applications for a minimum of 25 units can be submitted.

    Global IME Bank’s “11.25% Global IME Bank Debenture 2084/85” will close today & applications for a minimum of 25 units can be submitted.


    Global IME Bank Ltd will close the public issuance of the “11.25% Global IME Bank Debenture 2084/85” today, February 5th.

    The issue had begun on the 29th of Magh and was scheduled to end on the 3rd of Falgun. Nevertheless, the bank earlier declared in a notification that the deadline will be extended until February 14, although the subscription would expire as soon as it is subscribed. Because the offering is now oversubscribed, the business will shut it today till the end of banking hours.

    50 lakh units would be issued at a par value of Rs.1000 each. 30 lakh units of the overall offer will be subscribed through private placement, while the remaining 20 lakh shares totaling Rs. 2 Arba are eligible for public issuance, with 5% reserved for mutual funds. The offering would generate a total of Rs 5 arba.

    Sunrise Capital Ltd has been named the issue manager. Investors can apply for as little as 25 units and as many as 100,000 units.

    The “11.25% Global IME Bank Debenture 2084/85” has a maturity duration of 5 years and will provide unit holders with 11.25% annual yields until the date of maturity.