The NEPSE Journal
Market commentary, data deep-dives, and trading notes from the NEPSE Trading desk.
Nepal’s telecom and computer-service exports climbed to USD 13.4 million, making ICT a rising engine of the country’s external-sector growth.
Nepal’s FDI remains negative at USD −4.4 million, as weak investor confidence and regulatory barriers deter new inflows despite a strong external balance.
Nepal posted a financial-account surplus of USD 577 million in one month — reserves surged and remittance inflows remained strong, offsetting weak FDI and limited borrowing.
Nepal received a record USD 1.26B in remittances in one month, driving foreign reserves and current account surplus to new highs, but long-term dependence remains a concern.
Nepal’s secondary income hit USD 1.39B in one month, fueled by remittances, which continue to sustain the economy despite persistent trade gaps.
