Nepal Rastra Bank1 min readNepal Rastra Bank Announces Vacancies for 34 Contractual Positions, Prioritizes PensionersProspective candidates must submit their applications through the 'Career' section on the NRB's official website. An examination fee of Rs 800 has been fixed, which can be processed through the online payment gateways available on the portal. The central bank stated that the final selection will be based on written, practical, and interview rounds—depending on the volume of applications—with all examinations scheduled to take place in Kathmandu.Dipesh Ghimire·25 Aug, 2026
Margin Lending2 min readThe Margin Lending Paradox: Rs 15 Billion Broker War Chest Meets Investor ApathyUltimately, the architecture for broker-led margin lending has been successfully built, but it stands empty. Until macroeconomic indicators improve and regulatory bodies project a unified, pro-market stance, the Rs 15 billion war chest will serve only as a theoretical buffer rather than an active market catalyst.Dipesh Ghimire·25 Aug, 2026
Bank 2 min readRace for Dashain Payouts: Six Banks Await Central Bank Nod as Everest Commands 38% Dividend CapacityExpectations across the commercial banking sector are already running high, spurred by early regulatory clearances in the lower-tier banking segments. Kamana Sewa and Shangrila Development Bank have already navigated the NRB’s pre-approval maze successfully. For the tens of thousands of retail investors holding commercial bank stocks, all eyes are now firmly fixed on the central bank's next move.Dipesh Ghimire·25 Aug, 2026
Public Debt2 min readA Fiscal Paradox: Forex Gains Mask Nepal’s Escalating Debt Trap as Servicing Costs Outpace New BorrowingThe broader macroeconomic implications of these Shrawan indicators are severe. The government has already been forced to allocate a colossal Rs 417.88 billion of this year’s budget exclusively for debt servicing, and nearly 6 percent of that was exhausted in the very first month. As a significant portion of national revenue continues to be swallowed by mandatory principal and interest payments, fiscal space is shrinking rapidly. If this trend persists, the government will face an agonizing squeeze on capital expenditure, stifling infrastructure development and ultimately paralyzing the very economic growth required to pay off the mounting Rs 3 trillion debt mountain.Dipesh Ghimire·25 Aug, 2026
Economic2 min readPolitical Stability Fails to Break Economic Stasis: First Month Revenue Rings Alarm BellsUltimately, the data suggests that setting inflated targets will not cure the state's financial ailments. If this two-thirds majority government is to prove it is genuinely different from its predecessors, it must transition from setting superficial goals to initiating ruthless structural reforms. Until the administration summons the political will to dismantle the informal economy and heavily penalize institutionalized tax evasion, annual revenue targets will remain nothing more than a statistical mirage.Dipesh Ghimire·25 Aug, 2026
NTC2 min readNepal Telecom Sets Stringent Criteria for Brokerage Partnerships, Signaling a Push for Institutional-Grade TradingFor the broader domestic stock market, this development is a strong indicator of market maturity. As corporate heavyweights like Nepal Telecom streamline their secondary market operations, it forces domestic brokerage firms to elevate their financial health, technological infrastructure, and institutional service standards to secure such lucrative accounts. This rigorous selection process is likely to spark intense competition among top-tier brokers, ultimately contributing to a more professional and robust capital market ecosystem.Dipesh Ghimire·24 Aug, 2026
Top2 min read40 MW Rahughat Hydropower Project Reaches Completion: A Triumph Over Decades of SetbacksBy seamlessly integrating into the Kaligandaki corridor's 220 kV Dana-Kushma transmission line via the LILO (Line In Line Out) system, Rahughat will significantly bolster voltage stability and regional energy independence. The four transmission towers required for this integration are already erected, signaling that commercial generation is imminent.Dipesh Ghimire·24 Aug, 2026
Mutual Funds2 min readMutual Funds Outpace Bank Deposits, Offer Double-Digit Returns Amid Sluggish MarketThe strong dividend momentum is not strictly limited to mutual funds, as several listed corporate entities have also posted attractive payouts. Kamana Sewa Bikas Bank has proposed an impressive 15 percent cash dividend, while Shangrila Development Bank announced a combined 10.53 percent return, which includes a 4 percent bonus share. In the energy sector, Mandu Hydropower outshone others by proposing a massive 22.52 percent combined dividend covering the accumulated profits of two fiscal years, having already finalized its shareholder list in late August.Dipesh Ghimire·24 Aug, 2026
NEPSE1 min readStock Market Stagnates Despite Excess Liquidity as Private Sector Confidence WanesMarket veterans suggest that the current stagnation might simply be the market building a new base for future growth. With over 8 million active Demat accounts and dozens of companies in the pipeline for Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), retail participation continues to expand. If the government boosts its capital expenditure and corporate profits rebound, the market is fundamentally positioned to eventually break out of its current lull.Dipesh Ghimire·23 Aug, 2026
Margin Lending1 min readTwo Stock Brokers Secure Rs 3 Billion Bank Loans to Offer Margin LendingThis strategic shift is primarily driven by the Nepal Rastra Bank’s recent flexible policies on margin lending and SEBON's supportive guidelines. Both brokerages will channel these funds into Margin Trading Facilities (MTF) and working capital management. Financial experts anticipate that allowing brokers to issue credit directly will inject much-needed liquidity into the stock market and provide investors with more accessible funding opportunities.Dipesh Ghimire·23 Aug, 2026