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  • Nepal Telecom’s Q3 Report Highlights Stable Net Profit and Strong Financial Position

    Nepal Telecom’s Q3 Report Highlights Stable Net Profit and Strong Financial Position


    Nepal Telecom (NTC) Releases Q3 Report with Stable Net Profit, Increased Investments, and Strong Financial Position

    Nepal Doorsanchar Company Limited (NTC), commonly known as Nepal Telecom, has published its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/80. The report reveals that the company has achieved almost similar figures in Net Profits compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. In Q3, NTC recorded a Net Profit of Rs. 5.41 Arba, which is slightly lower than the Rs. 5.43 Arba achieved in the same quarter of FY 2078/2079.

    However, the company’s income from other sources has seen a notable increase of 35.78%, reaching Rs. 5.86 Arba in the third quarter of the current fiscal year, compared to Rs. 4.31 Arba in the previous fiscal year.

    While the administrative expenses of the company have risen by 16.25% to Rs. 89.87 crores during Q3 of this fiscal year, NTC has successfully reduced its operating and maintenance expenses by 13.65% to Rs. 5.28 Arba, as opposed to Rs. 6.12 Arba during the corresponding quarter of FY 2078/79.

    NTC has also made significant increments in its investments, which now amount to Rs. 72.66 Arba, including both long-term and short-term investments.

    With a paid-up capital of Rs. 18 Arba and reserves and surplus of Rs. 75.47, Nepal Telecom stands in a robust financial position.

    The company maintains an Earning per Share (EPS) of Rs. 40.09 and was traded at a Price per Earnings Ratio of 20.40 times.

  • Taragaon Regency Hotel Reports Impressive Q3 Results with 476.52% Surge in Net Profit

    Taragaon Regency Hotel Reports Impressive Q3 Results with 476.52% Surge in Net Profit


    The Taragaon Regency Hotel (TRH) has released its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/80, revealing a significant surge in Net Profit. Compared to the same quarter in the previous fiscal year, the company’s Net Profit has increased by an impressive 476.52%, amounting to Rs. 23.88 crores.

    TRH, the operator of Hyatt Regency Hotel, has also witnessed a growth in investments. By raising investments by 27%, the company now holds investments worth Rs. 1.32 Arba.

    Furthermore, the company’s operational revenue has experienced a substantial rise of 116.64%, reaching Rs. 90.61 crores in the third quarter of the current fiscal year. This increase has contributed to the overall profitability of the company.

    With a paid-up capital of Rs. 1.88 Arba, TRH has bolstered its reserves by 82.79%, equivalent to Rs. 51.39 crores, establishing a solid financial position for the company.

    TRH maintains an impressive Earning per Share (EPS) of Rs. 16.88, in contrast to the previous EPS of only Rs. 2.93.

    Additionally, the Taragaon Regency Hotel boasts a Net Worth per Share of Rs. 127.24 and a Price per Earning (P/E) Ratio of 27.55 times.

    Meanwhile, the closing price of the company’s shares stood at Rs. 465 at the end of the third quarter in the current fiscal year.

  • Nerude Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited reports a significant decline in net profit and increase in NPL for Q3 FY 2079/80

    Nerude Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited reports a significant decline in net profit and increase in NPL for Q3 FY 2079/80


    Nerude Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NLBBL) has released its third-quarter report for FY 2079/2080, revealing a significant decline in net profit by 85.22%. According to the report, the net profit decreased to Rs. 3.15 crores, compared to Rs. 21.37 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

    The company’s borrowings decreased by 5.57% to Rs. 4.91 Arba, down from Rs. 5.20 Arba in the same quarter of the previous year. On the other hand, deposits increased by 5.29% to Rs. 3.37 Arba, while loans and advances experienced a slight decrease of 0.26% to 9.89 Arba during this quarter.

    The core revenue, represented by net interest income, saw a significant decrease of 30.82% to Rs. 33.05 crores, compared to Rs. 47.78 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

    The provision for possible losses amounted to Rs. 7.10 crores, marking a substantial increase of 1278.48%, impacting the overall profitability for this period.

    In terms of financial position, the paid-up capital of the company stood at Rs. 73.20 crores in this quarter, with reserve and surplus at Rs. 52.27 crores.

    The company’s non-performing loans (NPL) stood at a higher level of 9.78%.

    The earnings per share (EPS) for the company is reported as Rs. 5.75, while the net worth per share stands at Rs. 171.41. The company traded at a price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 106.97 times.

  • NIC Asia Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports 58.93% Decline in Net Profit for Q3 FY 2079/2080

    NIC Asia Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports 58.93% Decline in Net Profit for Q3 FY 2079/2080


    NIC Asia Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NICLBSL) has released its third-quarter report for FY 2079/2080, indicating a significant decline in net profit by 58.93%. According to the report, the net profit dropped to Rs. 23.24 crore, compared to Rs. 56.60 crore in the same quarter of the previous year.

    The company’s borrowings decreased by 12.91% to Rs. 14.14 Arba, down from Rs. 16.23 Arba in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Deposits also saw a decline of 14.80% to Rs. 2.85 arba, while loans and advances decreased by 7.30% to 19.58 Arba during this quarter.

    The core revenue, represented by net interest income, experienced a significant decrease of 34.96% to Rs. 77.67 Crores, compared to Rs. 1.19 Arba in the same quarter of the previous year.

    In terms of financial position, the paid-up capital of the company remained at Rs. 1.73 arba in this quarter, and its reserve and surplus stood at Rs. 1.28 arba.

    The company’s non-performing loans (NPL) increased from 1.46% to 4.91%.

    The earnings per share (EPS) for the company is reported as Rs. 17.82, while the net worth per share stands at Rs. 173.65. The company traded at a price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 33.22 times.

  • Bindhyabasini Hydropower Development Company Limited Reports a 48.81% Decrease in Q3 Net Profit Due to Machinery Breakdown

    Bindhyabasini Hydropower Development Company Limited Reports a 48.81% Decrease in Q3 Net Profit Due to Machinery Breakdown


    Bindhyabasini Hydropower Development Company Limited (BHDC) has published its Q3 report of FY 2079/80, reporting a 48.81% decrease in net profit. The company’s net profit has reached Rs. 6.41 crores in this quarter compared to Rs. 12.53 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company’s total revenue stood at Rs. 21.02 crores, with an increase in administrative expenses by 53.78% and a slight decrease in financial expenses.

    The paid-up capital of the company stood at Rs. 1.05 Arba, an increase of 40% compared to the previous fiscal year. However, the company suffered a significant decline in net profit due to machinery breakdown, resulting in a decrease in overall production and operations.

    Rudi Khola B Hydropower Project, one of the two projects operated by BHDC, had reported damages in the pipeline due to landslides experienced on Shrawan 18, 2079, while issues in the power transformer of the project had been reported on Falgun 01, 2079.

    According to the management analysis of the company, the decline in net profits was primarily due to machinery breakdown, resulting in adverse impacts on the company’s overall profitability. Despite the decline, the annualized earnings per share for BHDC stood at Rs. 8.15, while the net worth per share was Rs. 113.69.

    In conclusion, BHDC’s Q3 report highlights the adverse impact of machinery breakdown on the company’s overall operations and profitability, leading to a significant decline in net profit. The company is continuously working on resolving the issues that have caused the decline in its net profit and improving its operations to ensure stable growth in the coming quarters.

  • Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports a 46.1% Decline in Net Profit in Q3 FY 2079/2080

    Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports a 46.1% Decline in Net Profit in Q3 FY 2079/2080


    Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB), a microfinance company in Nepal, recently released its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/2080. The report indicated a decline in net profit by 46.1% to Rs. 32.92 crore compared to the same period in the previous year, which was Rs. 61.09 crore. The company attributed the decline in net profit to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected its business operations and borrowers’ repayment capabilities.

    Despite the decline in net profit, JBLB showed some positive trends in other areas. The company’s borrowings decreased by 8.02% to Rs. 8.70 Arba, while deposits increased by 4.85% to Rs. 10 Arba. This increase in deposits could be due to increased trust and confidence from depositors in the company’s financial stability and sound management practices.

    Furthermore, JBLB’s loans and advances decreased by 41.19% to Rs. 22.45 Arba. This reduction could be due to the company’s cautious approach in lending and disbursement amid the pandemic, which has created financial uncertainties for many of its borrowers. However, this decline in loans and advances could also impact the company’s future growth and profitability, as it relies heavily on its loan portfolio.

    The net interest income (core revenue) decreased by 5.54% to Rs. 1.19 Arba compared to the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company may have experienced a reduction in interest income due to the decrease in loans and advances, as well as the decrease in the lending rate amid the pandemic.

    Despite the decline in net profit, JBLB’s paid-up capital increased to Rs. 1.18 Arba, and its reserve increased by 14.96% to Rs. 1.09 Arba in this quarter. This increase in paid-up capital and reserve indicates the company’s ability to attract investments and retain earnings, which could help boost its future growth and stability.

    JBLB’s annualized earnings per share (EPS) stood at Rs. 37.14, while its net worth per share is Rs. 261.45. The company is currently trading at a P/E multiple of 40.53 times, indicating that investors may have confidence in the company’s long-term prospects, despite the short-term challenges brought on by the pandemic.

    In conclusion, Jeevan Bikas Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (JBLB) reported a decline in net profit for the third quarter of FY 2079/2080, largely due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the company showed some positive trends, such as an increase in deposits and paid-up capital, which could help support its future growth and profitability.

  • Prabhu Life Insurance proposes dividend for the first time

    Prabhu Life Insurance proposes dividend for the first time


    Prabhu Life Insurance Limited (PLI) has proposed a dividend of 10.526% for the fiscal year 2077/78. This is the first dividend the company has proposed since being listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE).

    The company’s board of directors, at its 140th meeting held on Baisakh 25, has decided to distribute a dividend consisting of 10% bonus shares and 0.526% cash dividend (including tax). PLI has a paid-up capital of Rs. 2 Arba, making the bonus shares worth Rs. 20 crores and the cash dividend worth Rs. 1.05 crores.

    However, it’s important to note that this dividend is subject to approval by the Nepal Insurance Authority and endorsement at the upcoming AGM.

    As of writing, the company’s closing price on the last trading day stands at Rs. 390.

     

  • Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports Significant Decline in Net Profit for Q3 2079/2080

    Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Reports Significant Decline in Net Profit for Q3 2079/2080


    Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (MKLB) has published its third-quarter report for the fiscal year 2079/2080, which shows a significant decline in net profit by 108.05% compared to the same quarter in the previous year. The net profit dropped to a negative of Rs. 42.52 lakhs from Rs. 5.28 crores.

    The company’s borrowings decreased by 29.92% to Rs. 37.6 crores, and deposits increased by 17.57% to Rs. 4.69 crores. Loans and advances also decreased by 13.91% to Rs. 93.49 crores during this quarter.

    MKLB’s net interest income (core revenue) decreased by 25.73% to Rs. 4.15 crores compared to Rs. 5.59 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company’s paid-up capital stood at Rs. 14.17 crores, and its reserve and surplus stood at Rs. 1.87 crores, showing a decrease of 41.98% in this quarter.

    The cost of funds slightly increased to 9.83% from 8.08% in the corresponding quarter, and the non-performing loans increased to 4.91%. The annualized earnings per share (EPS) for MKLB stand at Rs. -4, while the net worth per share is Rs. 113.2.

    In summary, MKLB’s third-quarter report showed a massive decline in net profit, a decrease in borrowings, an increase in deposits, and a decrease in loans and advances. Additionally, the company’s net interest income, reserve and surplus, and earnings per share have decreased, while the cost of funds and non-performing loans have slightly increased.

  • IPO of Three Star Hydropower Limited closes for Nepali citizens abroad and extends deadline for project-affected locals

    IPO of Three Star Hydropower Limited closes for Nepali citizens abroad and extends deadline for project-affected locals


    Three Star Hydropower Limited is closing the initial public offering (IPO) for Nepalese citizens working abroad today, i.e., 25th Baisakh, 2080, and has extended the deadline for project-affected locals to apply for the IPO until 9th Jestha. The IPO issue was opened on 11th Baisakh, 2080. The company’s issued capital is Rs. 49.25 Crores, of which 10% has been allocated to project-affected locals of Khotang District, while 15% will be issued later for the general public. Of this public issue, 10% has been allocated for Nepalese citizens working abroad, and the issue for this segment will close today.

    The minimum application quantity for project-affected locals is ten units, while the maximum quantity is 492,500 units. For Nepalese citizens working abroad, the minimum application quantity is ten units, and the maximum quantity is 73,875 units. The IPO issue manager is Himalayan Capital Limited. After this IPO, the promoter-public share ratio will be 75:25.

    As per CDSC, Nepalese citizens working abroad have submitted 20,646 applications for a total of 512,280 units. So far, the issue has been oversubscribed by 6.93 times.

    Three Star Hydropower Limited is a public company located in Province 1, Haleshi Tuwachung Municipality, Khotang. The company was established in 2072 BS and has a total capacity of 7.151 MW. The founders of the company are Kumar Kharel, Mohan Karki, and Madhav Mainali, who named the company after themselves and then named it Three Star Hydro. Later, Uddhav Raj Shivakotee ‘Kangal’, Pradeep K Agrawal, Ananda P Manandhar, Zen Lama, and Ratna Bdr Newar joined the founders. ICRA Nepal has assigned an issuer rating of Three Star Hydropower Limited as [ICRANP-IR] B-, indicating a high risk of default regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations.

  • Modi Energy Limited’s IPO oversubscribed by 2.14 times; Issue to close today

    Modi Energy Limited’s IPO oversubscribed by 2.14 times; Issue to close today


    Modi Energy Limited is wrapping up its IPO issuance of 55,59,420 unit shares worth Rs. 100 each to the general public from today i.e. May 7, 2023. The issue was opened on May 1, 2023. However, the IPO issue is already oversubscribed by 2.14 times so far as 1,062,761 applicants have applied for a total of 11,915,310 units.

    The company had issued 29,00,000 unit shares worth Rs. 29 crores to the project-affected locals of Parbat District out of which only 804,390 units or 27.73% were allotted to valid applicants. Thus, the remaining 20,95,610 units of unsubscribed shares of project-affected locals are added to 43,50,000 units reserved for the general public to make a total of 64,45,610 units for the general public.

    Sunrise Capital Limited is appointed as the issue manager for the IPO issuance. Applications can be placed for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 100,000 units. The IPO shares are for the Hydroelectric Project (HEP) of the 20 MW run-of-river, Tallo Modi Khola Hydropower Project (TMKHP) constructed under the “BOOT” (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) model in the Parbat district of Nepal. It came into operation on September 30, 2021.

    The company has been promoted by institutional promoters and individual businessmen with long experience in various sectors for setting up the hydroelectric project. Overall, 75% of shares are of the promoter shareholders in the company. CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has revised the Issuer Rating of Modi Energy Limited to “CARE-NP D (Is)” from “CARENP BB+ (Is)”. Issuers with this rating are considered to be in default or are expected to be in default soon.

    The IPO shares have already attracted significant interest from the public, and it remains to be seen how the company performs in the coming years.

  • IPO Offered by Upper Syange Hydropower Limited to Locals and Nepalese Citizens Abroad

    IPO Offered by Upper Syange Hydropower Limited to Locals and Nepalese Citizens Abroad


    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited is offering shares to project-affected locals of the Lamjung District and Nepalese citizens working abroad. The IPO will be open from 1st Jestha to 16th Jestha, 2080, and if the issue is not subscribed by the early closing date for locals of Lamjung District, it can be extended till the 30th Jestha. However, the issue will not be extended from the early closing date for Nepalese citizens working abroad. The company’s issued capital is Rs. 22 Crores, and 10% i.e. 2,20,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.2 crores have been allocated to project-affected locals of Lamjung District.

    29.55% of the company’s issued capital i.e. 650,000 unit shares will be issued later for the general public. Of this public issue, 10% of the shares totaling 65,000 units shares have been allocated for Nepalese citizens working abroad. The minimum application quantity for the project-affected locals is 10 units, while the maximum quantity is 100,000 units. Meanwhile, for Nepalese citizens working abroad, the minimum application quantity is 10 units, while the maximum quantity is 50,000 units.

    Siddhartha Capital Limited is the issue manager, and the promoter-public share ratio will be 60.45: 39.55 after this IPO. The issuer rating of Upper Syange Hydropower Limited has been reaffirmed as ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ by CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL), indicating a moderate risk of default regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations in Nepal.

    Upper Syange Hydropower is a Public Limited company that is setting up a 2.4 MW Run-of-River (RoR), Upper Syange Hydropower Project (USHP) in BOOT (Build, own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism. It was incorporated on January 26, 2009, as Upper Syange Hydropower Private Limited and converted to Public limited on March 30, 2017. The project is located in the Lamjung district of Nepal and is promoted by both individual and institutional promoters from different backgrounds.

  • Sanima Mai Hydropower reports 20.40% decline in net profit in Q3 of FY 2079/80

    Sanima Mai Hydropower reports 20.40% decline in net profit in Q3 of FY 2079/80


    Sanima Mai Hydropower Company Limited (SHPC) has reported a decline in net profit by 20.40% in the third quarter (Q3) of FY 2079/80. The company’s net profit decreased to Rs. 35.82 crores in this quarter from Rs. 45 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The decline in net profit is due to a decrease in revenue from the Sale of Electricity, which decreased by 16.16% compared to the corresponding previous year’s quarter ending. The decreased revenue is attributed to the end of the Posted Rate Facility Agreement for Mai Hydropower Project (15.6 MW) and unfavorable hydrological conditions during this quarter.

    The company has invested around Rs. 3.62 Arba in associates, which have increased by 196.12% in this quarter. SHPC has investments in various associates companies, including Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower Ltd, Mathillo Mailun Khola Jalvidhyut Hydropower Ltd, Bavari Construction Pvt. Ltd, and Sanima Jum Hydropower.

    SHPC has a share capital of Rs. 3.08 Arba, and the retained earnings are Rs. 1.11 Arba, with other reserves of Rs. 2.39 Arba. The company has recognized other comprehensive gain of NPR. 2,388,872,000 resulting from the fair value measurement of shares invested in Swet Ganga Hydropower and Construction Ltd. and Sanima Middle Tamor Hydropower Ltd. (Listed Associate Companies) as on third-quarter end, 2079. The gain has been shown under other reserves as Fair Value Reserve.

    The annualized EPS stands at Rs. 15.46, and the net worth per share at Rs. 213.81, with the company’s P/E standing at 21.80 times.