First Microfinance and Mahila Microfinance have signed a preliminary agreement to merge, paving the way for a stronger and more geographically diversified microfinance institution.
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined by 9.02 points, or 0.34%, on Monday, extending its losing streak for a second consecutive session. Turnover stood at Rs. 3.67 billion, with over 10.96 million shares traded.
Upper Solu Hydro Electric Company Limited (USHEC) has reported an 84.41% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs. 20.87 crore in Q4 FY 2082/83, supported by lower finance costs despite modest growth in electricity sales revenue.
Tehrathum Power Company Limited (TPC) has reported a 288.40% year-on-year jump in net profit to Rs. 8.93 crore in Q4 FY 2082/83, supported by higher electricity sales revenue and a sharp decline in finance costs.

Snow Rivers Limited (SNORL) has reported a 241.50% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs. 11.18 crore in Q4 FY 2082/83, supported by a sharp rise in electricity sales revenue.
The price of gold declined by Rs. 200 per tola in the Nepali market on Monday, while silver became more expensive by Rs. 25 per tola.
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle is holding a special discussion with representatives of 20 major multinational companies operating in Nepal to gather suggestions on budget implementation, business challenges, investment expansion, employment generation, and policy facilitation.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah held a courtesy meeting with Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava, discussing bilateral relations, development cooperation, mutual interests, and ways to further strengthen Nepal-India ties.
Nepal Rastra Bank has completed its feasibility study on a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), or Digital Rupee, highlighting its potential to strengthen payment security, expand financial access, reduce cash-management costs, and support Nepal’s transition toward a digital economy.
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to treating the private sector as a key partner in nation-building, with a focus on investment protection, policy stability, production, reinvestment, and job creation.
Nepal Rastra Bank has completed its feasibility study on a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), or Digital Rupee, highlighting its potential to strengthen payment security, expand financial access, and reduce the cost of managing physical currency.

Kumari Bank Limited (KBL) has announced an auction of 320,948 promoter shares to its existing promoter shareholders. Eligible shareholders can submit their bids within 35 days from the publication of the notice on Shrawan 24, 2083.