NEPSE4 min readMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.
Top2 min readWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
NEPSE4 min readMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.
NEPSE4 min readMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026Market Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.NEPSE
Top2 min readWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top4 min readNew Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and AccountabilityNew Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and Accountability Kathmandu — The newly convened session of Nepal’s federal parliament has begun at a time when public expectations are unusually high, not merely for routine legislative proceedings but for meaningful transformation in governance. While parliament is constitutionally mandated to legislate, its broader role as a representative body of public aspirations places a greater responsibility on both lawmakers and the government it forms. This session, therefore, is being closely watched as a test of whether the political system can translate electoral mandates into tangible outcomes for citizens.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over SpeedNRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed Kathmandu. Nepal Rastra Bank has extended the deadline for remittance companies to meet the minimum paid-up capital requirement, a move that reflects a notable shift in regulatory strategy—from aggressive capital enforcement to a more stability-focused approach. Through the second amendment to the “Remittance Regulation, 2079,” the central bank has granted firms an additional two years, allowing them until mid-July 2030 (Ashad 2087) to reach the NPR 100 million threshold.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of ConfidenceNEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence Kathmandu. The recent downturn in Nepal’s stock market is no longer just a story of falling numbers—it is increasingly becoming a reflection of shifting investor psychology. While the NEPSE index has been under pressure for several sessions, the underlying driver appears to be more complex than routine market correction. The ongoing wave of investigations, policy tightening, and governance actions has introduced a new layer of uncertainty, reshaping how investors perceive the market.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readNEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market StressNEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress Kathmandu. Nepal’s stock market extended its sharp decline on Wednesday, with the NEPSE index plunging 74.73 points to close at 2,776.36, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent sessions. The fall came despite a brief rebound attempt earlier, indicating that selling pressure has firmly taken control of the market. The broader sentiment remains fragile, with investors increasingly driven by fear rather than fundamentals.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market DynamicsNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics Kathmandu — The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has unveiled a list of 123 listed companies eligible for margin trading under its newly implemented framework, marking a structural shift in how capital can flow within the secondary market. The move, backed by the “Margin Trading Facilitation Procedure, 2082,” is expected to deepen market participation by allowing investors to borrow against their holdings and amplify trading positions.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank EfficiencyVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency Kathmandu. Nearly a month after both Deputy Governor positions at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) fell vacant, the government has yet to initiate a formal appointment process, raising concerns over institutional continuity and decision-making efficiency within the country’s central bank. The two posts became vacant on Falgun 24 following the completion of their tenure, but the transition period marked by political change has left the positions unfilled.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains FragileNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile Kathmandu. After two consecutive sessions of sharp decline that wiped out nearly 119 points, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) showed signs of recovery on Tuesday, gaining 19.70 points to close at 2,851.09. While this rebound has offered temporary relief to investors, underlying indicators suggest that the market is still navigating a fragile phase, where confidence has not fully returned and direction remains uncertain.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative CrisisGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis Kathmandu — The government has introduced a comprehensive reform framework titled the “Good Governance Roadmap 2082,” aiming to address the deepening crisis in Nepal’s cooperative sector. The roadmap, made public on Sunday, outlines a multi-layered strategy focused on depositor protection, institutional restructuring, legal enforcement, and technology-driven supervision. The move comes at a time when billions of rupees belonging to savers remain trapped in troubled cooperatives across the country, triggering widespread public concern and eroding trust in the system.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
Top2 min readWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top4 min readNew Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and AccountabilityNew Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and Accountability Kathmandu — The newly convened session of Nepal’s federal parliament has begun at a time when public expectations are unusually high, not merely for routine legislative proceedings but for meaningful transformation in governance. While parliament is constitutionally mandated to legislate, its broader role as a representative body of public aspirations places a greater responsibility on both lawmakers and the government it forms. This session, therefore, is being closely watched as a test of whether the political system can translate electoral mandates into tangible outcomes for citizens.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over SpeedNRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed Kathmandu. Nepal Rastra Bank has extended the deadline for remittance companies to meet the minimum paid-up capital requirement, a move that reflects a notable shift in regulatory strategy—from aggressive capital enforcement to a more stability-focused approach. Through the second amendment to the “Remittance Regulation, 2079,” the central bank has granted firms an additional two years, allowing them until mid-July 2030 (Ashad 2087) to reach the NPR 100 million threshold.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of ConfidenceNEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence Kathmandu. The recent downturn in Nepal’s stock market is no longer just a story of falling numbers—it is increasingly becoming a reflection of shifting investor psychology. While the NEPSE index has been under pressure for several sessions, the underlying driver appears to be more complex than routine market correction. The ongoing wave of investigations, policy tightening, and governance actions has introduced a new layer of uncertainty, reshaping how investors perceive the market.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readNEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market StressNEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress Kathmandu. Nepal’s stock market extended its sharp decline on Wednesday, with the NEPSE index plunging 74.73 points to close at 2,776.36, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent sessions. The fall came despite a brief rebound attempt earlier, indicating that selling pressure has firmly taken control of the market. The broader sentiment remains fragile, with investors increasingly driven by fear rather than fundamentals.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market DynamicsNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics Kathmandu — The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has unveiled a list of 123 listed companies eligible for margin trading under its newly implemented framework, marking a structural shift in how capital can flow within the secondary market. The move, backed by the “Margin Trading Facilitation Procedure, 2082,” is expected to deepen market participation by allowing investors to borrow against their holdings and amplify trading positions.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank EfficiencyVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency Kathmandu. Nearly a month after both Deputy Governor positions at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) fell vacant, the government has yet to initiate a formal appointment process, raising concerns over institutional continuity and decision-making efficiency within the country’s central bank. The two posts became vacant on Falgun 24 following the completion of their tenure, but the transition period marked by political change has left the positions unfilled.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains FragileNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile Kathmandu. After two consecutive sessions of sharp decline that wiped out nearly 119 points, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) showed signs of recovery on Tuesday, gaining 19.70 points to close at 2,851.09. While this rebound has offered temporary relief to investors, underlying indicators suggest that the market is still navigating a fragile phase, where confidence has not fully returned and direction remains uncertain.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative CrisisGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis Kathmandu — The government has introduced a comprehensive reform framework titled the “Good Governance Roadmap 2082,” aiming to address the deepening crisis in Nepal’s cooperative sector. The roadmap, made public on Sunday, outlines a multi-layered strategy focused on depositor protection, institutional restructuring, legal enforcement, and technology-driven supervision. The move comes at a time when billions of rupees belonging to savers remain trapped in troubled cooperatives across the country, triggering widespread public concern and eroding trust in the system.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026War-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026New Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and AccountabilityNew Parliament Session Begins Amid High Public Expectations for Reform and Accountability Kathmandu — The newly convened session of Nepal’s federal parliament has begun at a time when public expectations are unusually high, not merely for routine legislative proceedings but for meaningful transformation in governance. While parliament is constitutionally mandated to legislate, its broader role as a representative body of public aspirations places a greater responsibility on both lawmakers and the government it forms. This session, therefore, is being closely watched as a test of whether the political system can translate electoral mandates into tangible outcomes for citizens.Top4 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026NRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over SpeedNRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed Kathmandu. Nepal Rastra Bank has extended the deadline for remittance companies to meet the minimum paid-up capital requirement, a move that reflects a notable shift in regulatory strategy—from aggressive capital enforcement to a more stability-focused approach. Through the second amendment to the “Remittance Regulation, 2079,” the central bank has granted firms an additional two years, allowing them until mid-July 2030 (Ashad 2087) to reach the NPR 100 million threshold.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026NEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of ConfidenceNEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence Kathmandu. The recent downturn in Nepal’s stock market is no longer just a story of falling numbers—it is increasingly becoming a reflection of shifting investor psychology. While the NEPSE index has been under pressure for several sessions, the underlying driver appears to be more complex than routine market correction. The ongoing wave of investigations, policy tightening, and governance actions has introduced a new layer of uncertainty, reshaping how investors perceive the market.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026NEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market StressNEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress Kathmandu. Nepal’s stock market extended its sharp decline on Wednesday, with the NEPSE index plunging 74.73 points to close at 2,776.36, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent sessions. The fall came despite a brief rebound attempt earlier, indicating that selling pressure has firmly taken control of the market. The broader sentiment remains fragile, with investors increasingly driven by fear rather than fundamentals.Top3 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026NEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market DynamicsNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics Kathmandu — The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has unveiled a list of 123 listed companies eligible for margin trading under its newly implemented framework, marking a structural shift in how capital can flow within the secondary market. The move, backed by the “Margin Trading Facilitation Procedure, 2082,” is expected to deepen market participation by allowing investors to borrow against their holdings and amplify trading positions.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026Vacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank EfficiencyVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency Kathmandu. Nearly a month after both Deputy Governor positions at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) fell vacant, the government has yet to initiate a formal appointment process, raising concerns over institutional continuity and decision-making efficiency within the country’s central bank. The two posts became vacant on Falgun 24 following the completion of their tenure, but the transition period marked by political change has left the positions unfilled.Top3 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026NEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains FragileNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile Kathmandu. After two consecutive sessions of sharp decline that wiped out nearly 119 points, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) showed signs of recovery on Tuesday, gaining 19.70 points to close at 2,851.09. While this rebound has offered temporary relief to investors, underlying indicators suggest that the market is still navigating a fragile phase, where confidence has not fully returned and direction remains uncertain.NEPSE3 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026Government Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative CrisisGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis Kathmandu — The government has introduced a comprehensive reform framework titled the “Good Governance Roadmap 2082,” aiming to address the deepening crisis in Nepal’s cooperative sector. The roadmap, made public on Sunday, outlines a multi-layered strategy focused on depositor protection, institutional restructuring, legal enforcement, and technology-driven supervision. The move comes at a time when billions of rupees belonging to savers remain trapped in troubled cooperatives across the country, triggering widespread public concern and eroding trust in the system.NEPSE3 min read