Today, the NEPSE index finished at 2,064.83, dropping 26.56 points compared to the previous trading day’s close. This loss amounts to 1.27%. Yesterday, the index had lost 2.94 points. The index began today’s trading at 2,093.56 and reached its highest point of the day at 2,117.30. However, it also experienced a dip, hitting a low of 2,057.03 before settling at 2,064.83 for the closing.
Prabhu Life Insurance and Mahalaxmi Life Insurance have recently introduced the logo for the merged entity that will result from their ongoing merger process. This joint unveiling signifies an important step in the consolidation of these two life insurance companies. The logo will be utilized once the merger process is successfully completed.
The combined entity will have a strong presence in the market with a total of 167 branches spread across the nation. Additionally, the merged company will benefit from a dedicated workforce consisting of 449 employees. The consolidation aims to leverage the synergies and strengths of both companies to create a more robust and competitive entity in the insurance industry.
Upon completion of the merger, the combined paid-up capital of the merged entity is expected to reach Rs. 429.6 crore. This increased capital base will enhance the financial stability and capacity of the new company to better serve its customers.
Furthermore, the merged entity is also considering floating a Further Public Offering (FPO) with a target of raising Rs. 90 crore in premium collections. This initiative demonstrates the company’s intent to further strengthen its financial position and expand its operations.
The introduction of the logo and the plans for an FPO highlight the ambitious vision of Prabhu Life Insurance and Mahalaxmi Life Insurance in shaping the future of the merged entity. This merger aims to create a stronger and more competitive player in the insurance industry, with an enhanced ability to offer comprehensive insurance solutions to individuals and businesses across the nation.
The NEPSE index concluded the trading day at 2,091.39 points, experiencing a slight decline of 2.94 points from the previous day’s closing. This translates to a loss of 0.14%. In contrast, the index had recorded a significant gain of 52.26 points in the previous session.
At the start of the trading day, the index opened at 2,097.53 points and reached its highest point at 2,107.60. However, it also dipped to a low of 2,075.21 before ultimately settling at 2,091.39 at the closing bell.
A total of 276 different stocks were traded, with a considerable number of 69,168 transactions taking place. Throughout these trades, a significant volume of shares, totaling 12,975,168, were exchanged, resulting in a turnover amount of Rs. 4.74 Arba. This represents a decrease in turnover compared to the previous trading day, which recorded a turnover of Rs. 4.86 Arba.
SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM) stood out with the highest turnover of Rs. 29.82 crores, closing at a market price of Rs. 563.50 per share. The shares of HIDCLP also saw notable trading activity.
Six stocks experienced an upward trend and hit the positive circuit for the day, reflecting a significant increase in their market value. On the other hand, Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (UNLB) witnessed a substantial loss of 10% during today’s trading.
Among the various sector indices, only five closed in the green, with the “Finance” sector showing the highest gain of 5.22%. However, the “Non-Life Insurance” sector recorded the highest loss of 2.48% for the day.
Asian Life Insurance Company Limited (ALICL) has successfully listed 24,71,894.42 unit bonus shares on the NEPSE (Nepal Stock Exchange). The company’s 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on the 18th of Baisakh, approved an 8.947% dividend for the fiscal year 2078/79. Subsequently, in a meeting of the board of directors held on Falgun 30, it was decided to distribute 8.50% bonus shares valued at Rs. 24.71 crores and a 0.447% cash dividend (for tax purposes) valued at a little over Rs. 1.30 crores. These dividends were proposed from the paid-up capital of Rs. 2.90 Arba.
Following the listing, the bonus shares of ALICL are now available for trading on the NEPSE. As of the current market data, the Last Traded Price (LTP) of ALICL stands at Rs. 695. Investors and traders can actively participate in the buying and selling of these shares in the stock market.
The listing of the bonus shares on the NEPSE provides an opportunity for investors to benefit from the additional shares distributed by Asian Life Insurance Company Limited. It allows shareholders to enhance their ownership in the company and potentially realize gains as the company progresses.
Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (UNLB) has successfully listed 379,425 unit FPO (Further Public Offering) shares on the NEPSE (Nepal Stock Exchange). These shares were issued to the general public at a face value of Rs. 100 per share, and the offering took place from Jestha 11 to Jestha 17. The total value of the shares issued amounts to Rs. 11.06 crores, utilizing the company’s paid-up capital.
Following the listing, the FPO shares of UNLB are now available for trading on the NEPSE. As of the current market data, the Last Traded Price (LTP) of UNLB shares stands at Rs. 1,509.60. Investors and traders can now actively engage in buying and selling these shares in the stock market.
The listing of the FPO shares on the NEPSE provides an opportunity for investors to participate in the growth and potential of Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited. It allows the public to become shareholders of the microfinance company and potentially benefit from its performance and future dividends.
Today, the NEPSE index, which represents the stock market in Nepal, concluded at a closing value of 2,094.33 points. It experienced a significant increase of 52.26 points from the previous trading day, representing a gain of 2.56%. In comparison, on Thursday, the index had gained 5.00 points. The trading day started with an opening value of 2,045.06 points and reached its lowest point at 2,037.90 points before eventually closing at the highest point of 2,094.33 points.
A total of 280 different stocks were traded today, with a notable number of 70,647 transactions taking place. Throughout these trades, a significant amount of shares, totaling 12,095,966, were exchanged, resulting in a turnover amount of Rs. 4.86 Arba. This represents a higher turnover compared to the previous trading day, which had a turnover of Rs. 3.16 Arba.
The stock that saw the most trading activity and had the highest turnover was SHIVAM CEMENTS LTD (SHIVM), with shares amounting to Rs. 36.64 crores being traded. The closing market price for SHIVM shares stood at Rs. 585 per share.
Furthermore, seven stocks experienced a gain of 10% each and reached the positive circuit for the day, indicating a significant increase in their market value. On the other hand, Shuvam Power Limited (SPL) recorded the highest loss of 5.58% during today’s trading.
Among the various sectors, only one sector closed in the negative territory, namely “Banking,” which experienced a decrease of 0.29%. Conversely, the “Life Insurance” sector gained the highest percentage increase of 6.38% during today’s trading.
Samudayik Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SLBSL) has scheduled its 9th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to take place on the 22nd of Ashad, 2080. The AGM will be held at The Dhulikhel Lodge Resort in Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchowk, starting at 11 AM.
One of the key agenda items to be discussed and endorsed during the meeting is the distribution of a 15% dividend for the fiscal year 2078/79. The board of directors has proposed to distribute the dividend based on the company’s paid-up capital of Rs. 13.20 crores. This includes 10% bonus shares worth Rs. 1.32 crores and a 5% cash dividend amounting to Rs. 66 lakhs. Additionally, the election of four directors from the promoter shareholding group and two directors from the public shareholding group will be conducted.
The AGM will also cover the endorsement of the auditor’s report, including profit and loss statements, financial reports, and cash flow reports. An auditor for the fiscal year 2079/80 will be appointed, and full authority will be granted to the Board of Directors or a designated person to carry out any necessary tasks related to mergers, acquisitions, and amendments to the Articles of Association.
It is important to note that the book closure date has been set for Ashad 14. Therefore, shareholders who are recorded before this date will be eligible for the dividend payout and are invited to attend the AGM.
Upper Syange Hydropower Limited has released its offer letter, signaling its intention to issue an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The company plans to issue 539,500 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 each, starting from the 10th of Ashad, 2080. The goal is to raise Rs. 5.39 crore through this IPO. The initial closing date for the subscription is the 13th of Ashad, with a possible extension until the 24th of Ashad, 2080, if the issue is not fully subscribed.
Out of the total 650,000 units, 10% (65,000 units) has already been allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 5% (32,500 units) has been set aside for mutual funds, and 2% (13,000 units) has been allocated for the company’s employees. The remaining 539,500 units are available for the general public. Following the IPO issuance, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 22 crores.
Previously, the company had issued 2,20,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.2 crores to project-affected locals in Lamjung District and 65,000 unit shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad. The promoter-public share ratio will be 60.45:39.55 after the completion of this IPO.
Siddhartha Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO. Interested applicants can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 100,000 units.
CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has reaffirmed the issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ for Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, indicating a moderate risk of default in meeting financial obligations in Nepal.
Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, originally incorporated as Upper Syange Hydropower Private Limited on January 26, 2009, converted to a public limited company on March 30, 2017. The company is promoted by individual and institutional promoters from various backgrounds. It is currently working on the development of a 2.4 MW Run-of-River (RoR) Upper Syange Hydropower Project (USHP) in Lamjung district, following the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has made an adjustment to the share price of National Hydropower Company Limited (NHPC) on Ashad 1, Friday. This adjustment was necessary as NHPC closed its books in preparation for issuing right shares, prompting NEPSE to establish a new share price.
NEPSE has adjusted 50 percent of NHPC’s rightful shares, resulting in a revised share price of Rs. 182.7. This adjusted price was determined based on the closing price of NHPC’s shares in the previous trading day, which was Rs. 223.10. The revised share price will come into effect when trading resumes on Sunday in the secondary market.
NHPC has announced plans to issue 50% right shares worth Rs. 82.21 Crores. This entails offering a total of 8,221,459.7178 (10:5) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. Currently, NHPC’s paid-up capital stands at Rs. 1.64 Arba, and it will increase to Rs. 2.46 Arba following the issuance of the proposed right shares.
Ghorahi Cement Industry is now offering 69.11 lakh unit ordinary shares at a premium price of Rs 435 to the general public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) that started on Jestha 32, 2080. The IPO will be open for subscription until Asar 4, 2080, and if necessary, the closing date may be extended until Asar 14, 2080.
Interested individuals can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 10 lakh unit shares. This information has been provided in a media statement issued by the company.
After expanding its production capacity, Ghorahi Cement Industry can now produce 6000 tons of clinker and 4000 tons of grinding material per day, as stated in the media statement.
The Nepse index experienced significant growth this week, closing at 2,042.07 points, a gain of 102.46 points or 5.28%. Last week, the index closed at 1,939.61 points, showing a 3.93% increase from the previous week.
Throughout the week, the index demonstrated volatility, reaching a high of 2,066.99 points and a low of 1,941.76 points. This indicates a fluctuation of 125.23 points, compared to 84.84 points in the previous week. Technical analysis suggests a bullish trend in both the short-term and mid-term.
The highest intraday gain occurred on Sunday, with a remarkable increase of 40.48 points and a turnover of Rs 3.45 Arba. The total turnover for the week amounted to Rs 18.64 Arba.
Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited, a company in Nepal, has recently issued an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The IPO consists of 69,11,670 unit shares priced at Rs 435 per unit, including a premium of Rs 335. The offer opened on 32nd Jestha, 2080 and is scheduled to close on 4th Ashad, with a possible extension until 14th Ashad if it is not fully subscribed.
The allocation of shares includes 20% for project-affected locals, 606,350 units for Nepalese citizens working abroad, 328,961 units for mutual funds, and 19,530 units for company employees. The remaining 69,11,670 units are available for the general public. The IPO is expected to generate Rs. 3.44 Arba for the company, with Rs 2.65 Arba as the premium amount and the rest contributing to the paid-up capital.
The IPO has garnered significant interest from investors, as the number of applications received so far has surpassed the available shares. According to CDSC, 288,456 applicants have applied for a total of 98,02,460 units, resulting in an oversubscription of 1.42 times.
Himalayan Capital Limited and Nabil Investment Banking Limited have been appointed as the issue managers for the IPO. The application process allows a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 10,00,000 units to be applied for.
CARE Ratings Nepal Limited has assigned a rating of `CARE-NP BBB- (Is)’ to Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited. This rating signifies a moderate degree of safety in terms of the company’s ability to meet its financial obligations in a timely manner.
Overall, the IPO of Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited has attracted significant investor interest, surpassing expectations and demonstrating confidence in the company’s prospects.