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Fuel Price Hike Likely as IOC Raises Supply Rates

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) is likely to increase fuel prices after receiving a new pricing list from Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), showing a double-digit rise in import costs. The final decision will be made by NOC's Board of Directors.

Policy Uncertainty Dragging Nepal's Economy, NRB Study Warns

A new Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) study has found that economic policy uncertainty significantly weakens Nepal's economy by reducing GDP growth, discouraging investment, slowing bank lending, and increasing volatility in the stock market. The report emphasizes that predictable policies and clear communication are essential to maintaining investor confidence and ensuring long-term economic stability.

12 days ago

SEBON Begins Process to Introduce Margin Lending, Short Selling in Nepal's Capital Market

The Securities Board of Nepal has released a consultation paper on margin lending, securities lending and borrowing, and short selling, marking a major step toward modernizing the country's capital market.

14 days ago

SEBON Unveils New IPO Financial Review Standards, Plans Primary Market White Paper

Nepal's securities regulator has introduced new financial review standards for IPOs and announced plans to publish a Primary Market White Paper to improve transparency and strengthen investor confidence.

14 days ago

Supreme Wine Nepal Appoints National Capital as IPO Issue Manager

Kathmandu-based wine producer Supreme Wine Nepal has taken a step toward its public offering by appointing National Capital Limited as the issue and sales manager for its upcoming IPO.

14 days ago

Why Does Nepal Provide Rs 1 Million Compensation for Protest Deaths?

The government's decision to provide Rs 1 million compensation to families of those killed in politically sensitive incidents has become an established practice, but it is based on policy decisions rather than a legal mandate.

14 days ago

Gold Price Rises by Rs 1,000 per Tola, Silver Also Gains

Gold and silver prices increased in Nepal on Friday, with fine gold climbing to Rs 285,000 per tola and silver rising by Rs 50 per tola.

14 days ago

Janakpur Curfew Halts Jaynagar–Janakpur–Bhangaha Railway Service

Nepal Railway suspends cross-border train operations until further notice following a curfew imposed in Janakpur over security concerns.

14 days ago

Former NTA Chief Bhupendra Bhandari Arrested in Smart Telecom Asset Auction Probe

CIB detains former telecom regulator chief over alleged irregularities involving Smart Telecom's state-owned assets and expands investigation into the controversial Ncell share deal.

14 days ago

NEPSE Extends Losses, Drops 16.29 Points as Selling Pressure Persists

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined for a second straight session on Thursday, with the benchmark index falling 16.29 points amid continued selling pressure despite a turnover exceeding Rs. 3.38 billion.

15 days ago

Government Forms Panel to Hold Talks with Microfinance Victims

Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has formed a government negotiation committee to begin formal talks with protesting microfinance victims, aiming to address their concerns through dialogue.

15 days ago

Nepal Moves to Open Secondary Stock Market to NRNs

Nepal's securities regulator is advancing plans to allow Non-Resident Nepalis (NRNs) to participate in the secondary market, while NRN representatives unveiled plans to launch an investment company and infrastructure-focused IPO.

15 days ago

Gold Prices Rise, Silver Declines in Nepal

Gold prices increased by Rs. 800 per tola in the Nepali market on Thursday, while silver prices slipped by Rs. 10 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.

15 days ago