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Citizens Bank Introduces 9.99% Fixed-Rate Home Loan Scheme for 7 Years
Citizens Bank International Limited (CZBIL) is launching a home loan scheme featuring a fixed interest rate of 9.99% for the initial seven years, providing customers with an opportunity to realize their dream homes. Following this initial period, a premium rate, 1% higher than the bank’s average monthly base rate, will be applicable.
The home loan package encompasses a 0.50% management fee and offers additional benefits, including a complimentary credit card, debit card, and a 50% discount on locker facility fees for the first year. This initiative is aimed at facilitating and encouraging individuals in acquiring housing loans with favorable terms.
CZBIL, with a widespread presence of 190 branches and 152 ATMs across the nation, serves a significant customer base of 17 lakh 26 thousand through 97 branchless banking units, providing modern banking services to meet diverse financial needs.
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Nabil Balanced Fund 2, NBF3, and Nabil Flexi Cap Fund Performance
The Nabil Balanced Fund 2 (NBF2) is a 10-year closed-end mutual fund scheme, and its Net Asset Value (NAV) report for the month of Magh reveals a decrease in NAV from Rs. 10.31 to Rs. 10.15. Starting with a fund size of Rs. 1.12 Arba, it invested Rs. 88.37 crores in listed company shares, Rs. 1.12 crore in non-listed shares, and Rs. 20.77 crore in listed debentures. Additionally, it holds a bank balance of Rs. 87.68 lakhs. Despite a net profit of Rs. 1.27 crores in Magh, there’s a decline from the previous month’s net profit of Rs. 3.09 crores.
Another 10-year closed-end fund, Nabil Balanced Fund III (NBF3), started with a fund size of Rs. 1.25 Arba. In Magh, it invested Rs. 85.31 crores in listed shares, Rs. 1.01 crore in non-listed shares, and holds Rs. 7.49 crores in bank deposits. NBF3 reports a net profit of Rs. 2.30 crores in Magh, a positive shift from the previous month’s loss of Rs. 3.58 crores. The NAV for Magh is Rs. 9.33, compared to Rs. 9.43 in the previous month.
The NAV report for Nabil Flexi Cap Fund (NFCF), an open-end mutual fund scheme without a fixed maturity period, discloses a slight increase in NAV from Rs. 10.31 to Rs. 10.32 in Magh. With a fund size of Rs. 54.17 crores, NFCF invested Rs. 33.17 crores in listed shares, Rs. 2.75 crores in bonds and debentures, and has Rs. 5 crores in fixed deposits and Rs. 15.24 crores in bank balance. The fund reports a net profit of Rs. 2.46 crores in Magh, a marginal rise from the previous month’s profit of Rs. 2.39 crores.
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NEPSE Introduces New Classification System for Listed Companies
NEPSE has introduced a new classification system for listed companies, dividing them into groups A, B, G, and Z. This system aims to offer investors and stakeholders a clearer understanding of companies based on their financial status, performance, and governance.
In the A category, which includes 31 companies, NEPSE has identified firms with a minimum paid-up capital of Rs. 1 Arba. These companies have been listed for at least 3 years, consistently shown profitability over the past 3 fiscal years, distributed dividends, and held annual general meetings within 6 months of the fiscal year-end. Companies in the A category are distinguished by strong corporate governance.
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CBBL Q2 Report Shows 21.55% Net Profit Drop; EPS at Rs. 29.30
Chhimek Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (CBBL) released its second-quarter report for FY 2080/2081, revealing a 21.55% decline in net profit. The net profit dropped to Rs. 43.62 crore from Rs. 55.60 crore in the same quarter last year. Additionally, the company’s borrowings decreased by 22.81% to Rs. 3.51 Arba compared to Rs. 4.55 Arba in the previous year’s quarter. On the other hand, deposits saw a 3.82% increase, reaching Rs. 31.88 Arba.
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SuryaJyoti Life Insurance Shines with 62.93% Net Profit Surge in Q2; EPS Reaches Rs. 10.41
SuryaJyoti Life Insurance Company Limited (SJLIC) has revealed impressive second-quarter results for the fiscal year 2080/2081, displaying a significant 62.93% increase in net profit. The net profit surged to Rs. 23.66 crores, marking a notable rise from Rs. 14.52 crores in the same quarter last year.
Examining SJLIC’s financial standing, the company boasts a paid-up capital of Rs. 4.54 Arba and a share premium of Rs. 3.72 Crores. Additionally, it holds Rs. 1.4 Arba in retained earnings, Rs. 1.18 Arba in other equity, and Rs. 33.13 crores in catastrophe reserves.
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Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) Announces Book Closure Date for 50% Right Shares, Valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores
Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) has disclosed the book closure date for its upcoming 50% right shares, set for the 22nd of Magh, 2080. Shareholders holding shares until Magh 21 will be eligible for the rights offering.
The company is set to issue 50% right shares valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores, involving the issuance of 7,744,506 (1:0.50) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. With the current paid-up capital standing at Rs. 1.54 Arba, the proposed right share, totaling 77.44 lakhs units, will elevate the company’s paid-up capital to Rs. 2.32 Arba.
Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this process, overseeing the administration and execution of the right share issuance.
As of the latest information, RIDI is currently trading at an Last Traded Price (LTP) of Rs. 292.00.
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Arun Valley Hydropower Announces 100% Right Share Issuance
Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC) has announced that the book closure date for its 100% right shares is set for the 15th of Magh, 2080. This means that only shareholders maintained until Magh 14 will be eligible to participate in the rights offering. The company plans to issue 100% right shares with a total value of Rs. 1.86 Arba by distributing 18,679,626 units of right shares to its existing shareholders. Currently, the paid-up capital of the company stands at Rs. 1.86 Arba. Following the adjustment for the proposed right share issuance of 1.86 crore units, the company’s paid-up capital is expected to double to Rs. 3.72 Arba.
Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this offering. As of the latest information available, AHPC’s Last Traded Price (LTP) is recorded at Rs. 280.90.
In summary, AHPC is making a significant move by offering its existing shareholders the opportunity to acquire additional shares through a 100% right share issuance, thereby aiming to increase its paid-up capital to Rs. 3.72 Arba. The appointment of Muktinath Capital Limited as the issue manager adds a professional touch to the process, and the current market price of AHPC shares is Rs. 280.90.
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Sarbottam Cement Reports 55.61% Dip in Q4 Net Profit, Unveils IPO Plans Amid Financial Update
Sarbottam Cement Limited has recently unveiled its financial performance for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2079/2080, revealing a significant 55.61% decline in net profit. The company’s net profit contracted from Rs. 46.76 crores in the corresponding quarter of the prior year to Rs. 20.75 crores in Q4, 2079/2080.
Concurrently, the core business revenue, represented by sales revenue, witnessed a notable downturn of 31.74%, decreasing to Rs. 5.38 Arba from Rs. 7.88 Arba year-on-year. The other income of the company also experienced a substantial decline, dropping to Rs. 1.08 crores compared to the previous year’s figure of Rs. 8 crores. However, expenses for the same period exhibited a comparatively modest decrease of 9.27%.
The company’s investment portfolio is reported at Rs. 55.6 crores. Sarbottam Cement’s paid-up capital remains steady at Rs. 4.05 Arba, with retained earnings totaling Rs. 3.45 Arba.
In terms of financial metrics, the annualized earnings per share (EPS) for the company stand at Rs. 5.13, reflecting the per-share profitability, while the net worth per share is reported at Rs. 185.19.
Moreover, Sarbottam Cement is currently in the process of issuing IPO shares through a book-building approach. The IPO entails the issuance of 60 lakh units of shares, constituting 12.9033% of the total issued capital amounting to Rs. 4.65 Arba. Notably, 40% (24 lakh units) of the IPO shares have been issued to the Qualified Institutional Investors (QII) from 6th – 10th Mangsir, 2080, while the remaining 60% (36 lakh units) will be made available to the general public, including employees, foreign migrant workers, mutual fund schemes, and project-affected local individuals.
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Singati Hydro Energy Limited Announces Book Closure Date for 100% Right Share Issuance
Singati Hydro Energy Limited (SHEL) has announced the book closure date for its upcoming issuance of 100% right shares, set for the 22nd of Poush, 2080. Consequently, shareholders holding their positions until Poush 21 will be entitled to participate in the rights offering.
The company intends to distribute 100% right shares valued at Rs. 1.45 Arba by issuing 14,500,000 (1:1) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. Currently, the paid-up capital stands at Rs. 1.45 Arba. Following the adjustment for the proposed right share issuance of 1.45 crore units, the company’s paid-up capital is slated to increase to Rs. 2.90 Arba.
To oversee the proceedings of this offering, Kumari Capital has been appointed as the issue manager.
At the time of reporting, SHEL has a Last Traded Price (LTP) of Rs. 286.
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Garima Bikas Bank Limited (GBBL) has announced its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Poush 29, 2080. The venue for the meeting is set at Hotel Pokhara Grande in Pokhara, Kaski. One of the key agenda items for the AGM is the endorsement of a 10% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. This decision was reached during the 297th meeting of the board of directors held on Poush 04, 2080. The proposed distribution includes 9.50% bonus shares totaling Rs. 49.28 crores and 0.50% cash dividend (inclusive of tax) amounting to Rs 2.59 Crores. Another significant agenda involves the endorsement of the auditor’s report, encompassing profit and loss statements, financial reports, and cash flow reports. Additionally, the appointment of an auditor for the fiscal year 2080/81 is on the agenda. There is also a proposal to increase the authorized capital of the company to Rs. 5.70 Arba. Furthermore, there is an agenda addressing the identification of a suitable development bank for potential merger and acquisition with Garima Bikas Bank Limited. The book closure date is set from Poush 17 to Poush 29, allowing shareholders holding shares before this period to be eligible for the dividend payout and attend the AGM.
Garima Bikas Bank Limited (GBBL) has announced its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Poush 29, 2080. The venue for the meeting is set at Hotel Pokhara Grande in Pokhara, Kaski.
One of the key agenda items for the AGM is the endorsement of a 10% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. This decision was reached during the 297th meeting of the board of directors held on Poush 04, 2080. The proposed distribution includes 9.50% bonus shares totaling Rs. 49.28 crores and 0.50% cash dividend (inclusive of tax) amounting to Rs 2.59 Crores.
Another significant agenda involves the endorsement of the auditor’s report, encompassing profit and loss statements, financial reports, and cash flow reports. Additionally, the appointment of an auditor for the fiscal year 2080/81 is on the agenda. There is also a proposal to increase the authorized capital of the company to Rs. 5.70 Arba.
Furthermore, there is an agenda addressing the identification of a suitable development bank for potential merger and acquisition with Garima Bikas Bank Limited.
The book closure date is set from Poush 17 to Poush 29, allowing shareholders holding shares before this period to be eligible for the dividend payout and attend the AGM.
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“First Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Calls 14th AGM, Proposes 15% Dividend Distribution”
First Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FMDBL) has announced its 14th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for the 28th of Poush, 2080. The meeting is set to take place at Amrapali Banquet in Bhatbhateni, Kathmandu, commencing at 10 AM on the specified day.
One of the key items on the agenda for the AGM is the endorsement of a 15% dividend amounting to Rs. 17.21 Crores for the fiscal year 2079/80. The decision to distribute this dividend was made during the 211th meeting of the board of directors held on Mangsir 13. The proposed distribution includes a 7.5% bonus in the form of additional shares and a 7.5% cash dividend, the latter being designated for tax purposes. The total dividend is calculated based on the paid-up capital of Rs. 1.14 Arba.
Shareholders are advised that the book closure date is on Poush 12. This means that individuals holding shares as of this date will be eligible for the dividend payout and can also participate in the upcoming AGM. The dividend distribution and proposed agendas are subject to the approval of the shareholders during the AGM.