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Inflation edges up to 5.74 percent; urban cost of living rises faster
Inflation edges up to 5.74 percent; urban cost of living rises faster Nepal’s inflation increased modestly in mid-September (Bhadau 2082), with the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) reaching 105.74 points, up from 104.96 in the previous month. According to the latest mid-month report released by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), the figure represents a 0.74 percent rise on a monthly basis and a 1.87 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Although the overall inflation remains moderate, analysts say the composition of inflation has shifted. Prices of essential food items have largely stabilized, but the cost of education, health, housing, and personal services continues to climb, particularly in urban areas. The report also highlights a growing divide between rural and urban inflation, showing that city dwellers are now facing a stronger rise in the cost of living.
Dipesh Ghimire16 Oct, 2025
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Overall Inflation Rises Moderately to 5.74% — Price Pressure Shifts to Services Sector
Overall Inflation Rises Moderately to 5.74% — Price Pressure Shifts to Services Sector Nepal’s overall consumer inflation increased moderately in mid-September (Bhadau 2082), as the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) reached 105.74 points, up from 104.96 a month earlier. This represents a 0.74% month-on-month rise and a 1.87% year-on-year increase. According to Nepal Rastra Bank’s mid-month report, the overall price level has grown 3.86% compared to two years ago, signaling continued inflationary pressure though at a controlled pace. Analysts suggest that inflationary drivers are shifting away from food items toward services like education, health, housing, and miscellaneous expenses.
Dipesh Ghimire16 Oct, 2025
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NEPSE Slides Further as Investor Confidence Weakens — Despite SEBON’s Nine-Point Reform Package
NEPSE Slides Further as Investor Confidence Weakens — Despite SEBON’s Nine-Point Reform Package Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market continued its decline for the second consecutive day, underscoring growing investor unease and skepticism toward regulatory promises. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell by 22.58 points on Wednesday, closing at 2,505.58 points, extending Tuesday’s 19-point loss. Trading volume also dropped, totaling Rs. 3.10 billion, compared to Rs. 3.36 billion the previous day. The steady fall in both the index and turnover clearly signals waning investor confidence, even as the regulator pledges major reforms.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Oct, 2025
Nepal’s Inflation6 min read
Nepal’s Inflation Shows Mixed Pattern as Food Prices Ease but Services and Non-Food Costs Remain Elevated
Nepal’s Inflation Shows Mixed Pattern as Food Prices Ease but Services and Non-Food Costs Remain Elevated Kathmandu, October 2025 | NepseTrading Economic Desk Nepal’s consumer price inflation for mid-September (Bhadau 2082/83) presents a nuanced picture of the country’s cost of living dynamics. The National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), published by the Nepal Rastra Bank, reveals that inflationary pressures persist in the non-food and services sector even as food prices begin to stabilize after several months of volatility. The index rose to 105.74 points, reflecting a 1.87% annual increase compared to the same month last year, and a 0.74% rise month-on-month compared to mid-August (Saun 2082/83). While the increase is moderate compared to historic inflation peaks, the underlying structure shows that prices of essential services and non-food commodities are becoming the primary drivers of inflation in Nepal.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Oct, 2025
Nepal Rastra Bank’s Report2 min read
Nepal Rastra Bank’s Report: Inflation at 1.87%, Foreign Exchange Reserves at Rs. 2.88 Trillion
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has published the economic and financial situation report for the first two months (till Bhadra) of the current fiscal year 2082/83 (2025/26). The report shows positive progress in major indicators such as inflation, foreign exchange reserves, remittance inflow, trade balance, and government revenue — signaling a gradually stabilizing economy.
Dipesh Ghimire14 Oct, 2025
Revenue Growth 4 min read
Nepal’s Fiscal Year 2081/82: Revenue Growth and Fiscal Discipline Improve, but Rising Debt and Weak Capital Spending Pose Long-Term Risks
Nepal’s Fiscal Year 2081/82: Revenue Growth and Fiscal Discipline Improve, but Rising Debt and Weak Capital Spending Pose Long-Term Risks Kathmandu, October 2025 — Nepal’s fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25) concluded with a mixed performance across key public finance indicators. According to the Ministry of Finance, the fiscal landscape showed modest improvements in revenue mobilization, fiscal discipline, and deficit management, even as budgetary pressures and rising debt servicing obligations continued to expand. Despite a widening budget deficit, both the fiscal deficit and the primary deficit showed signs of improvement, suggesting that while expenditure growth remains robust, financial management has become more structured compared to previous years.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Oct, 2025
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How Stock Prices Are Determined — The Balance Between Supply and Demand
The stock market fundamentally operates on the law of supply and demand. When more investors seek to buy a company’s shares, prices rise. Conversely, when more investors sell, prices fall. This balance is the foundation of market price movements. According to market analysts, factors such as a company’s performance, investor psychology, and the broader economic environment also influence prices. When large institutional investors place massive buy orders and sellers are insufficient, the price often rises temporarily. Later, as the market rebalances, the price stabilizes again.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Oct, 2025
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Stock Market Turnover Reaches NPR 4.97 Billion on Monday — Top 10 Brokers Account for 44% of Total Trading
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a total turnover of NPR 4.97 billion on Monday. Among this, the top 10 brokerage firms alone accounted for 44% of the total trading volume. According to market data, the top 10 brokers purchased securities worth NPR 2.32 billion and sold securities worth NPR 2.05 billion. Out of the 10 leading brokers, nine recorded higher buying volume than selling, indicating strong buying pressure among top firms. The brokers with higher purchases include Naasa (Broker 58), Bhrikuti (Broker 55), Capital Max (Broker 62), Vision (Broker 34), Online (Broker 49), Imperial (Broker 45), Aryatara (Broker 57), Shree Krishna (Broker 28), and Sani (Broker 42).
Dipesh Ghimire13 Oct, 2025
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Major Brokers Focus on Banking, Hydropower, and Insurance Stocks — LSL, NLG, and NRN Among Top Buys
Trading data from major brokerage firms on Monday shows significant buying activity across the banking, hydropower, and insurance sectors. Leading brokers such as Naasa (58), Bhrikuti (55), and Capital Max (62) remained dominant, reflecting renewed investor confidence as the NEPSE index reacted positively from a double-bottom technical zone. The banking sector led overall turnover, with Broker 58 actively accumulating LSL — purchasing 4,52,210 shares at an average price of NPR 217.04, accounting for 86.43% of total trades. Other banking counters such as GBIME and SBL also witnessed notable buying activity, indicating institutional accumulation at lower levels.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Oct, 2025
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Market Reacts from Double Bottom — NEPSE Rises by 44 Points on Monday, Gains Strength in Final Hour
On the second trading day of the week (Monday), Nepal’s stock market witnessed positive movement. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index increased by 44.25 points, closing at 2,547.60 points. Despite the rise in the index, the total trading volume declined. Compared to Sunday’s NPR 6.61 billion, today’s total turnover stood at NPR 4.60 billion. NRN Infrastructure & Development Limited topped the turnover list with over NPR 319.1 million in transactions, followed by Nepal Reinsurance Company with over NPR 264.7 million worth of shares traded.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Oct, 2025

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All Articles — Page 141

Inflation edges up to 5.74 percent; urban cost of living rises faster

Overall Inflation Rises Moderately to 5.74% — Price Pressure Shifts to Services Sector

NEPSE Slides Further as Investor Confidence Weakens — Despite SEBON’s Nine-Point Reform Package

Nepal’s Inflation Shows Mixed Pattern as Food Prices Ease but Services and Non-Food Costs Remain Elevated

Nepal Rastra Bank’s Report: Inflation at 1.87%, Foreign Exchange Reserves at Rs. 2.88 Trillion

Nepal’s Fiscal Year 2081/82: Revenue Growth and Fiscal Discipline Improve, but Rising Debt and Weak Capital Spending Pose Long-Term Risks

How Stock Prices Are Determined — The Balance Between Supply and Demand

Stock Market Turnover Reaches NPR 4.97 Billion on Monday — Top 10 Brokers Account for 44% of Total Trading

Major Brokers Focus on Banking, Hydropower, and Insurance Stocks — LSL, NLG, and NRN Among Top Buys

Market Reacts from Double Bottom — NEPSE Rises by 44 Points on Monday, Gains Strength in Final Hour

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Primary issues

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All Articles — Page 141

Inflation edges up to 5.74 percent; urban cost of living rises faster

Overall Inflation Rises Moderately to 5.74% — Price Pressure Shifts to Services Sector

NEPSE Slides Further as Investor Confidence Weakens — Despite SEBON’s Nine-Point Reform Package

Nepal’s Inflation Shows Mixed Pattern as Food Prices Ease but Services and Non-Food Costs Remain Elevated

Nepal Rastra Bank’s Report: Inflation at 1.87%, Foreign Exchange Reserves at Rs. 2.88 Trillion

Nepal’s Fiscal Year 2081/82: Revenue Growth and Fiscal Discipline Improve, but Rising Debt and Weak Capital Spending Pose Long-Term Risks

How Stock Prices Are Determined — The Balance Between Supply and Demand

Stock Market Turnover Reaches NPR 4.97 Billion on Monday — Top 10 Brokers Account for 44% of Total Trading

Major Brokers Focus on Banking, Hydropower, and Insurance Stocks — LSL, NLG, and NRN Among Top Buys

Market Reacts from Double Bottom — NEPSE Rises by 44 Points on Monday, Gains Strength in Final Hour