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Multipurpose Finance Struggles With Profitability as Rising Costs and Credit Risk Weigh on Earnings
Multipurpose Finance Struggles With Profitability as Rising Costs and Credit Risk Weigh on Earnings Kathmandu — Multipurpose Finance Limited has reported a weak and uneven financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2082/83, highlighting growing pressure on profitability despite visible expansion in its balance sheet. According to the unaudited financial results, the company managed to post a cumulative profit of around Rs. 5.32 million over nine months, but the latest quarter alone slipped into a net loss of approximately Rs. 2.51 million, signaling a deteriorating earnings trend.
Dipesh Ghimire27 Apr, 2026
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Everest Bank Reports Rs. 3.32 Billion Profit; Strong Balance Sheet Growth Amid Pressure on Profitability
Everest Bank Reports Rs. 3.32 Billion Profit; Strong Balance Sheet Growth Amid Pressure on Profitability Kathmandu — Everest Bank Limited has posted a net profit of Rs. 3.32 billion for the third quarter of fiscal year 2082/83, reflecting a marginal decline compared to Rs. 3.45 billion in the same period last year. While the bottom line shows slight contraction, the bank’s financial statements indicate robust balance sheet expansion and stable core operations, suggesting a phase of growth accompanied by profitability pressure.
Dipesh Ghimire27 Apr, 2026
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NEPSE Drops Over 50 Points Amid Market Manipulation Scandal, Investors Shift to ‘Wait and Watch’ Mode
NEPSE Drops Over 50 Points Amid Market Manipulation Scandal, Investors Shift to ‘Wait and Watch’ Mode Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market remained under sustained pressure throughout the past week, closing significantly lower as investor confidence weakened amid a wave of negative developments. Despite earlier expectations of a rebound, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell by more than 50 points over five consecutive trading sessions, signaling a fragile market environment. Alongside the index decline, a noticeable contraction in trading volume suggests that market participation has slowed, with investors stepping back from active buying.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Spreads Across Global Economy
Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Spreads Across Global Economy Escalating tensions linked to Iran in the Middle East are beginning to translate into tangible economic pressure worldwide, as rising crude oil prices ripple through multiple sectors. The surge in energy costs, triggered by fears of supply disruption, is not only affecting fuel markets but is gradually feeding into broader inflationary trends across industries and households.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Banks Move to Close Over 140 Branches as Digital Banking Gains Ground
Banks Move to Close Over 140 Branches as Digital Banking Gains Ground Nepal’s banking sector is witnessing a structural shift as more than 140 branches are set to be closed or merged by various banks, reflecting a growing transition toward digital banking services. At least 11 banks have already initiated plans to consolidate their urban branch networks, citing changing customer behavior and rising operational costs.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Jyoti Bikas Bank’s Profit Surge Masks Rising Credit Risk Concerns
Jyoti Bikas Bank’s Profit Surge Masks Rising Credit Risk Concerns Jyoti Bikas Bank Limited (JBBL) has reported a sharp rise in profit in its unaudited third-quarter financial results for the current fiscal year, reflecting a strong rebound in earnings compared to the same period last year. However, a deeper reading of the numbers suggests that the improvement is driven more by cost adjustments than by a significant expansion in core banking income.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Early Struggles in Markets Mirror Life’s ‘Takeoff Phase’, Analysts Say
Early Struggles in Markets Mirror Life’s ‘Takeoff Phase’, Analysts Say The journey of investing in the stock market often begins with uncertainty, pressure, and repeated setbacks—an experience many experts now compare to the “takeoff phase” of an aircraft. Just as an airplane consumes the highest amount of fuel and power during its initial lift-off, individuals entering new phases of life or financial markets are required to expend maximum effort in a short period before achieving stability.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Salapa Bikas Bank Shows Operational Improvement in Q3, but Weak Profitability Continues to Weigh
Salapa Bikas Bank Shows Operational Improvement in Q3, but Weak Profitability Continues to Weigh Salapa Bikas Bank Limited (SABBL) has reported its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of the current fiscal year, reflecting a mixed performance where operational indicators have improved but overall profitability remains under pressure. The bank has managed to narrow its losses compared to the same period last year, signaling early signs of recovery, though structural challenges are still evident.
Dipesh Ghimire26 Apr, 2026
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Complaint Filed Alleging Illegal Appointment at CDSC, Raises Governance Concerns in Capital Market Institutions
Complaint Filed Alleging Illegal Appointment at CDSC, Raises Governance Concerns in Capital Market Institutions Kathmandu — A formal complaint has been lodged through the government’s “Hello Sarkar” platform, calling for action against Prabin Pandak, who currently heads CDS and Clearing Limited (CDSC). The complaint alleges that her appointment to the top executive position was made through political influence rather than an open and competitive selection process, raising fresh concerns about governance and transparency within Nepal’s capital market institutions.
Dipesh Ghimire24 Apr, 2026
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Regulator’s Probe Uncovers Coordinated Market Manipulation and Corporate Fund Misuse in Nepal’s Capital Market
Regulator’s Probe Uncovers Coordinated Market Manipulation and Corporate Fund Misuse in Nepal’s Capital Market Kathmandu — A series of investigative reports prepared by the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has exposed what appears to be a deeply coordinated network of market manipulation, fund misuse, and regulatory evasion involving prominent business figures and public companies. The findings, based on separate probes into the activities of Deepak Bhatt and Sulabh Agrawal, point to systemic vulnerabilities in Nepal’s capital market governance.
Dipesh Ghimire24 Apr, 2026

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All Articles — Page 45

Multipurpose Finance Struggles With Profitability as Rising Costs and Credit Risk Weigh on Earnings

Everest Bank Reports Rs. 3.32 Billion Profit; Strong Balance Sheet Growth Amid Pressure on Profitability

NEPSE Drops Over 50 Points Amid Market Manipulation Scandal, Investors Shift to ‘Wait and Watch’ Mode

Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Spreads Across Global Economy

Banks Move to Close Over 140 Branches as Digital Banking Gains Ground

Jyoti Bikas Bank’s Profit Surge Masks Rising Credit Risk Concerns

Early Struggles in Markets Mirror Life’s ‘Takeoff Phase’, Analysts Say

Salapa Bikas Bank Shows Operational Improvement in Q3, but Weak Profitability Continues to Weigh

Complaint Filed Alleging Illegal Appointment at CDSC, Raises Governance Concerns in Capital Market Institutions

Regulator’s Probe Uncovers Coordinated Market Manipulation and Corporate Fund Misuse in Nepal’s Capital Market

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

Insights & Analysis

All Articles — Page 45

Multipurpose Finance Struggles With Profitability as Rising Costs and Credit Risk Weigh on Earnings

Everest Bank Reports Rs. 3.32 Billion Profit; Strong Balance Sheet Growth Amid Pressure on Profitability

NEPSE Drops Over 50 Points Amid Market Manipulation Scandal, Investors Shift to ‘Wait and Watch’ Mode

Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Spreads Across Global Economy

Banks Move to Close Over 140 Branches as Digital Banking Gains Ground

Jyoti Bikas Bank’s Profit Surge Masks Rising Credit Risk Concerns

Early Struggles in Markets Mirror Life’s ‘Takeoff Phase’, Analysts Say

Salapa Bikas Bank Shows Operational Improvement in Q3, but Weak Profitability Continues to Weigh

Complaint Filed Alleging Illegal Appointment at CDSC, Raises Governance Concerns in Capital Market Institutions

Regulator’s Probe Uncovers Coordinated Market Manipulation and Corporate Fund Misuse in Nepal’s Capital Market