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  • Nepal’s Macroeconomic Snapshot: Resilient Remittances, Forex Stability, and Balanced Trade Dynamics in the First Seven Months of 2023/24

    Nepal’s Macroeconomic Snapshot: Resilient Remittances, Forex Stability, and Balanced Trade Dynamics in the First Seven Months of 2023/24


    The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), the central bank of Nepal, has presented an overview of the country’s macroeconomic and financial situation based on data from the first seven months, ending mid-February of 2023/24.

    Overall

    According to NRB, the inflation rate was estimated at 5.01% on a year-on-year basis. The gross foreign exchange reserves reached USD 13.89 billion. Total imports decreased by 2.3%, exports by 7.1%, and the trade deficit by 1.8%. The NEPSE index stood at 2101.16.

    Inflation

    Year-on-year consumer price inflation moderated to 5.01% in mid-February 2024, compared to 7.88% a year ago. Wholesale price inflation stood at 2.82% in mid-February 2024.

    Import and Export

    Merchandise exports decreased by 7.1% to Rs. 86.83 billion, while merchandise imports decreased by 2.3% to Rs. 897.94 billion. The total trade deficit decreased by 1.8% to Rs. 811.11 billion.

    Services and Remittance

    Net services income remained at a deficit of Rs. 37.26 billion, while remittance inflows increased by 21.6% to Rs. 839 billion.

    Inter-bank Transaction

    BFIs inter-bank transactions amounted to Rs. 2872.44 billion. The price of oil decreased to USD 83.88 per barrel, and the price of gold increased to USD 2015.20 per ounce.

    Foreign Exchange Reserves

    Gross foreign exchange reserves increased to Rs. 1844.94 billion. Reserves held by NRB and other institutions increased, and the Indian currency’s share in total reserves stood at 22.6%.

    Exchange Rate

    The Nepalese currency depreciated by 1.05% against the US dollar.

    Nepal Government Expenditure and Revenue

    Total government expenditure stood at Rs. 686.75 billion, with revenue mobilization reaching Rs. 567.40 billion.

    Cash Balance of Government

    The cash balance at various accounts of the Government of Nepal (GoN) maintained with NRB stood at Rs. 215.26 billion.

    Banking

    Domestic credit increased by 3.2%, deposits at Banks and Financial Institutions (BFIs) increased by 7.0%, and private sector credit from BFIs increased by 4.1%.

    Interest Rates

    Average base rates of commercial banks, development banks, and finance companies stood at 9.06%, 11.13%, and 12.70%, respectively.

    Balance of Payments

    The Balance of Payments (BOP) remained at a surplus of Rs. 297.72 billion.

  • Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Idi-Mardi & R.B. Hydropower

    Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Idi-Mardi & R.B. Hydropower


    Today marks the final opportunity to claim the 5.789% dividend offered by United Idi-Mardi and R.B. Hydropower Limited (UMRH). Additionally, the company has scheduled its 14th AGM for the 17th Falgun, 2080, to be held at the Avya Club in Gharipatan, Pokhara, beginning at 11:00 am. Among the agenda items, the AGM will approve the proposed 5.789% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80, consisting of a 5.50% bonus share allocation valued at Rs. 2.31 Crores and a 0.289% cash dividend amounting to Rs. 12.15 lakhs for tax purposes.

     

  • Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Ajod Insurance and Right from Ridi Power

    Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Ajod Insurance and Right from Ridi Power


    Today marks the final opportunity to secure the 10.8013% dividend offered by United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL).

    The company has scheduled its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 6th of Falgun, 2080. The AGM will take place at Anmol Banquet in Shankhamul, Kathmandu, starting at 11:00 AM.

    In a board meeting held on Magh 04, the directors decided to distribute a 10.8013% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. This dividend comprises 10.2612% in bonus shares and 0.5401% in cash dividend (for tax purposes). Currently, the company’s paid-up capital stands at Rs. 1.90 Arba.

     

  • Last Trading Day for Himalayan Everest Insurance Dividend – Act Now!

    Last Trading Day for Himalayan Everest Insurance Dividend – Act Now!


    Investors of Himalayan Everest Insurance Limited (HEI) are urged to seize the opportunity as today marks the final day to avail the enticing 15% dividend proposed by the company. The decision was reached during the 317th board of directors meeting on Poush 25, where it was resolved to distribute dividends based on the paid-up capital of Rs. 2.30 Arba.

    In this generous dividend offering, HEI is proposing an 8.63% bonus in the form of shares, amounting to Rs. 19.86 crore, along with an additional 6.37% cash dividend, inclusive of tax, totaling Rs. 14.66 crore. This announcement follows the company’s commitment to rewarding its shareholders for their continued support and investment in the organization.

    Furthermore, HEI has called for its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for 25th Magh, 2080, at Baneshwor Banquet, Thapagaun, commencing at 11 AM. This AGM serves as a crucial platform for stakeholders to gain insights into the company’s performance, future plans, and financial outlook. Investors attending the meeting will have the opportunity to actively participate in discussions that shape the trajectory of Himalayan Everest Insurance Limited.

     

  • Seize Your Share: Final Day for Dividends from SIFC, BNT, and MH

    Seize Your Share: Final Day for Dividends from SIFC, BNT, and MH


    Today marks the final opportunity for shareholders to seize the proposed 5.05% cash dividend declared by Shree Investment Finance Company Limited (SIFC). The company’s 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for the 29th of Poush, 2080, at the office of the company registrar in Dillibazar, Kathmandu, beginning at 10 am. The decision to distribute the dividend, amounting to Rs. 4.95 crores, was made during the 336th meeting of the board of directors on Mangsir 26, derived from the paid-up capital of Rs. 98.16 crores. Shareholders registered before the book closure date of Poush 20 are eligible for the dividend and can participate in the AGM.

    Similarly, shareholders have until today to avail themselves of the 60% cash dividend proposed by Bottlers Nepal Terai Limited (BNT). The company has called its 37th AGM on the 27th of Poush, 2080, at Soaltee Hotel, Tahachal, Kathmandu, commencing at noon. A cash dividend of Rs. 60 per share has been suggested for the fiscal year 2079/80. Shareholders maintaining their status till Poush 19 can attend the AGM and qualify for the dividend payout.

    Furthermore, today is the last day for investors to secure the dividend proposed by Mandakini Hydropower Limited (MHL). The company’s 10th AGM is scheduled for Poush 29, 2080, at Foodland and Banquet, Battisputali, Kathmandu, starting at 10 AM. The board of directors, in a meeting on the 29th of Mangsir 2080, proposed a 5% dividend from the profit earned after FY 2079/80. The paid-up capital stands at Rs. 58.8 Crores, with a suggestion of 4.75% bonus shares and 0.25% cash dividend (including tax). The book closure for both the proposed dividend and AGM is on the 20th of Poush, 2080. Therefore, shareholders maintaining their status until the 19th of Poush are entitled to the dividend payout and can participate in the AGM.

  • “Lucky 2,27,662 Applicants Secure 10 Units Each in Manakamana Engineering Hydropower IPO Allotment”

    “Lucky 2,27,662 Applicants Secure 10 Units Each in Manakamana Engineering Hydropower IPO Allotment”


     

    The allocation of IPO shares for Manakamana Engineering Hydropower Limited has been completed today at the B.O.K Capital Markets Limited premises in Kathmandu. The hydropower company offered 2,276,620 shares at a face value of Rs 100 each to the public for subscription from the 28th to the 31st of Shrawan, 2080.

    Initially, the company had issued 800,000 shares worth Rs. 8 crores to people affected by the project in Dolakha District. However, only 183,380 shares, which accounts for 22.92%, were allotted to eligible applicants. As a result, the remaining 616,620 unsold shares from the project-affected locals’ quota have been combined with 2,000,000 shares (25% of the total issued capital, reserved for the general public), resulting in a total of 2,616,620 shares available for the general public.

     

  • “Kutheli Bukhari Small Hydropower IPO Allotment: Oversubscribed 103.62 Times, Only 10,115 Applicants to Secure Ownership”

    “Kutheli Bukhari Small Hydropower IPO Allotment: Oversubscribed 103.62 Times, Only 10,115 Applicants to Secure Ownership”


    The IPO allotment of Kutheli Bukhari Small Hydropower Limited is scheduled to take place on Sunday, the 7th of Shrawan, 2080. The allotment program will be conducted at the premises of the issue manager, NMB Capital Limited, located in Nagpokhari, Kathmandu, starting at 9 am.

    Out of the total 121,867 units offered for the IPO, specific allocations were set aside for various categories. 10% of the shares, i.e., 12,186 units, were issued and allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, while 5% of the total offered shares, equivalent to 6,093 units, were reserved for mutual funds. An additional 2%, i.e., 2,437 units, were set aside for the employees of the company. The remaining 101,151 units were offered to the general public. After the IPO issuance, the paid-up capital of the company will increase to Rs. 12.18 Crores, with the intention to raise Rs. 1.01 crore from this offering.

    According to data provided by the Central Depository System and Clearing Limited (CDSC), the IPO received an overwhelming response, with approximately 973,353 applications filed for a total of 10,481,890 units till the last day. This indicates that the IPO was oversubscribed by an impressive 103.62 times in terms of the number of units through ordinary applicants as of the closing day.

    Considering the data, it becomes evident that only 10,115 fortunate applicants will be selected to become shareholders of the company.

    Kutheli Bukhari Small Hydropower Ltd. was initially incorporated on August 11, 2011, as a private limited company and was later converted into a public limited company on January 28, 2015, to facilitate public participation. The company is currently operating a 0.998-Megawatt Suspa Bukhari Khola Small Hydro Power Plant (HPP) in the Dolakha district of Madhesh Province, Nepal. The project follows a run-of-the-river (R-o-R) type approach with a 40% probability of exceedance (Q40). It commenced commercial operations on September 20, 2015, and was developed at a total cost of approximately NPR 248 million.

  • Reminder: Today is the last day to secure the dividend proposed by Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta and NMB Laghubitta.

    Reminder: Today is the last day to secure the dividend proposed by Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta and NMB Laghubitta.


    The dividend proposed by Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB) and NMB Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NMBLB) is due today (NMBMF).

    Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB) has scheduled its 4th Annual General Meeting for 30th Chaitra, 2079. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. that day in the company’s head office in Katahari, Morang.

     

  • Prabhu Smart Fund Offers 255% Dividend Yield in 10 Years

    Prabhu Smart Fund Offers 255% Dividend Yield in 10 Years


    The second plan of the Prabhu Capital Collective Investment Fund is now available for issue and sale as of 18 Falgun 2079. This fund issued 8 crore units worth Rs 80 crore at a fixed price of Rs 10 per unit.

    Prabhu Bank Ltd is the fund promoter of this plan, while Prabhu Capital Limited is the scheme manager. This is a closed-ended plan. This scheme will invest 35 to 90 percent of the proceeds from unit sales in shares, making it an equity-oriented scheme.

    Prabhu Bank Limited has obtained 1.12 crore units out of a total of 8 crore units available, while Prabhu Capital Limited has secured 8 lakh units.