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#NepalEconomy #BankingSector #1 min read
CD Ratio at 76%: How Banks Are Balancing Lending and Deposits
Nepal’s CD ratio of 76% demonstrates that banks are striking a cautious balance between deposit mobilization and lending. While commercial banks remain conservative, smaller institutions are pushing closer to riskier levels. Overall, the ratio reflects adequate liquidity and prudent financial management, though risks remain if deposit growth slows or loan defaults increase.
Sandeep Chaudhary23 Sep, 2025
#NepalEconomy #BankingSector #2 min read
Credit-to-GDP Ratio at 91%: Is Nepal’s Banking Sector Fueling Growth or Risk?
Nepal’s Credit-to-GDP ratio of 91% demonstrates robust financial deepening, placing banks at the center of economic growth. However, elevated NPLs, aggressive lending by smaller institutions, and reliance on expensive fixed deposits introduce systemic risks. The challenge ahead lies in balancing growth-oriented credit expansion with prudent risk management to avoid a credit-fueled bubble.
Sandeep Chaudhary23 Sep, 2025
#NepalEconomy #BankingSector #2 min read
Nepal’s Deposit-to-GDP Surpasses 118%: Banking Sector’s Expanding Role in the Economy
Nepal’s banking sector has achieved a landmark with deposits exceeding 118% of GDP, reflecting robust savings mobilization, financial inclusion, and digital adoption. While capital adequacy and liquidity remain strong, the challenges lie in rising NPLs and heavy reliance on fixed deposits. The sector stands at the forefront of economic intermediation, playing a pivotal role in sustaining growth, but careful risk management and diversification of funding sources will be crucial moving forward.
Sandeep Chaudhary23 Sep, 2025
Stock Markets3 min read
Youth-Led Movements Reshape South Asian Politics and Stock Markets
Youth-Led Movements Reshape South Asian Politics and Stock Markets Political Upheaval and Economic Tremors A wave of youth-driven protests in South Asia—Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal—has not only brought political transformations but also triggered profound economic and financial repercussions. Stock markets, often the first barometer of political stability, reflected both turmoil and optimism during and after these movements.
NEPSE TRADING20 Sep, 2025
EBL1 min read
Everest Bank Limited (EBL) Dividend Announcement
Everest Bank (EBL) has proposed a 20% dividend for FY 2081/82, including 6% bonus shares and 14% cash dividend. The plan is still proposed, pending NRB and AGM approval, and the book close date has not yet been declared.
Jiwan Dahal19 Sep, 2025
NIFRA1 min read
Nepal Infrastructure Bank Limited (NIFRA) Dividend Announcement
Nepal Infrastructure Bank (NIFRA) has proposed a 6.32% cash dividend for FY 2081/82, with no bonus shares. The plan is still at the proposed stage, pending NRB and AGM approval, and the book close date has not yet been announced.
Jiwan Dahal19 Sep, 2025
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Arun Valley Hydropower Development (AHPC) Dividend Announcement
Arun Valley Hydropower (AHPC) has proposed a total dividend of 8.42% for FY 2081/82, including 8% bonus shares and 0.42% cash. The plan is still at the proposed stage, pending NRB and AGM approval, and the book close date is yet to be announced.
Jiwan Dahal19 Sep, 2025
MNBBL1 min read
Muktinath Bikas Bank (MNBBL) Dividend Announcement
Muktinath Bikas Bank (MNBBL) has proposed a total dividend of 18.20% for FY 2081/82, with 13.53% bonus shares and 4.67% cash dividend. The proposal is still pending approval from NRB and AGM, and the book close date has not been announced. Similarly, DEVBANK is also expected to declare a mixed dividend of bonus and cash after official approval.
Jiwan Dahal19 Sep, 2025
Finance Minister Khanal2 min read
Thirteen Major Shocks in a Decade: From Earthquakes to Youth Uprising, Nepal’s Economy Suffers Trillions in Losses
Thirteen Major Shocks in a Decade: From Earthquakes to Youth Uprising, Nepal’s Economy Suffers Trillions in Losses Kathmandu – Nepal’s economy, already fragile with 41.31% of it still in the informal sector, has endured thirteen major shocks in just the past decade. These include devastating natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, global crises, and domestic political unrest — each leaving deep scars on growth, employment, and investment confidence. According to Tribhuvan University’s Central Department of Economics, Nepal’s informal economy accounts for nearly half of all activity, reflecting weak institutional foundations. By the end of FY 2081/82 (mid-2025), the size of the formal economy is estimated at NPR 61.07 trillion, with per-capita income at USD 1,517. While GDP has grown 2.73 times in 11 years — from NPR 22.32 trillion in 2071 (2014) — inequality, unemployment, and economic stagnation remain pressing issues.
NEPSE TRADING16 Sep, 2025
Finance Minister Khanal3 min read
Finance Minister Khanal Prioritizes Implementation of Economic Reform Commission’s Report
Finance Minister Khanal Prioritizes Implementation of Economic Reform Commission’s Report Newly appointed Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal has taken office with a strong commitment to implement the recommendations of the High-Level Economic Reform Suggestion Commission, a body he himself chaired earlier this year. The Commission had submitted its report on March 29, 2025, outlining critical measures to address Nepal’s fragile economy, which conti
NEPSE TRADING16 Sep, 2025

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All Articles — Page 238

CD Ratio at 76%: How Banks Are Balancing Lending and Deposits

Credit-to-GDP Ratio at 91%: Is Nepal’s Banking Sector Fueling Growth or Risk?

Nepal’s Deposit-to-GDP Surpasses 118%: Banking Sector’s Expanding Role in the Economy

Youth-Led Movements Reshape South Asian Politics and Stock Markets

Everest Bank Limited (EBL) Dividend Announcement

Nepal Infrastructure Bank Limited (NIFRA) Dividend Announcement

Arun Valley Hydropower Development (AHPC) Dividend Announcement

Muktinath Bikas Bank (MNBBL) Dividend Announcement

Thirteen Major Shocks in a Decade: From Earthquakes to Youth Uprising, Nepal’s Economy Suffers Trillions in Losses

Finance Minister Khanal Prioritizes Implementation of Economic Reform Commission’s Report

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

Insights & Analysis

All Articles — Page 238

CD Ratio at 76%: How Banks Are Balancing Lending and Deposits

Credit-to-GDP Ratio at 91%: Is Nepal’s Banking Sector Fueling Growth or Risk?

Nepal’s Deposit-to-GDP Surpasses 118%: Banking Sector’s Expanding Role in the Economy

Youth-Led Movements Reshape South Asian Politics and Stock Markets

Everest Bank Limited (EBL) Dividend Announcement

Nepal Infrastructure Bank Limited (NIFRA) Dividend Announcement

Arun Valley Hydropower Development (AHPC) Dividend Announcement

Muktinath Bikas Bank (MNBBL) Dividend Announcement

Thirteen Major Shocks in a Decade: From Earthquakes to Youth Uprising, Nepal’s Economy Suffers Trillions in Losses

Finance Minister Khanal Prioritizes Implementation of Economic Reform Commission’s Report