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NIC Asia Laghubitta (NICLBSL) posts sharp profit growth, but negative distributable earnings and rising NPL signal underlying stress
NIC Asia Laghubitta posts sharp profit growth, but negative distributable earnings and rising NPL signal underlying stress Kathmandu. NIC Asia Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NICLBSL) has published its third-quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2082/83, showing a strong rise in core earnings and net profit. However, key underlying indicators such as distributable profit and non-performing loans (NPL) present a more cautious picture of the institution’s financial health.
Dipesh Ghimire16 Apr, 2026
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Kathmandu Sees Surge in Financial and Cyber Crimes in a Month, Over 1,100 Cases Registered
Kathmandu Sees Surge in Financial and Cyber Crimes in a Month, Over 1,100 Cases Registered Kathmandu’s law enforcement data for the month of Chaitra reveals a shifting pattern in crime trends, with financial and cyber-related offenses emerging as the dominant concerns. The District Police Range Kathmandu registered a total of 1,166 cases during the one-month period, reflecting both increased vigilance by authorities and the growing complexity of urban crime.
Dipesh Ghimire16 Apr, 2026
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Money Laundering Probe Puts Nepal’s Capital Market Under Scrutiny
Money Laundering Probe Puts Nepal’s Capital Market Under Scrutiny Nepal’s financial sector has come under renewed attention following a coordinated operation by the Department of Money Laundering Investigation targeting businessman Deepak Bhatt and Sulabh Agrawal. The raids, carried out on the first day of the Nepali New Year 2083, have not only intensified legal scrutiny on the individuals involved but have also sparked broader concerns about transparency and regulatory oversight in the country’s capital market and related sectors.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Apr, 2026
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FDI Commitments Rise to Nearly Rs 42 Billion, But Outflows and Investor Trends Raise Questions
FDI Commitments Rise to Nearly Rs 42 Billion, But Outflows and Investor Trends Raise Questions Nepal has recorded a notable rise in foreign direct investment (FDI) commitments during the first nine months of the current fiscal year, with total pledged investments exceeding Rs 41.79 billion. According to the Department of Industry, these commitments span 615 industries between mid-July and mid-April, indicating continued foreign interest in Nepal’s investment landscape despite global and domestic uncertainties.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Apr, 2026
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From Failure to Success: The Stock Market Mindset Inspired by Abraham Lincoln
From Failure to Success: The Stock Market Mindset Inspired by Abraham Lincoln There is a deep connection between life and the stock market—both are driven by uncertainty, emotional swings, setbacks, and moments of breakthrough. The journey of Abraham Lincoln is not just a political success story; it is a powerful lesson in mindset, especially for those navigating the ups and downs of the stock market.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Apr, 2026
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Government Signals Strong Push to Reform Capital Market, Targets Foreign Institutional Investment
Government Signals Strong Push to Reform Capital Market, Targets Foreign Institutional Investment The government has taken a notable step toward reshaping Nepal’s capital market by introducing a draft of an 18-point National Commitment Document, inviting feedback from stakeholders before finalization. The move reflects a shift from general policy promises to a more structured framework aimed at long-term reform, indicating that authorities are now seeking to institutionalize commitments rather than limit them to political rhetoric.
Dipesh Ghimire15 Apr, 2026
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From Political Turmoil to Economic Pressure: What FY 2082 Revealed About Nepal’s Economy
“From Political Turmoil to Economic Pressure: What FY 2082 Revealed About Nepal’s Economy” As the Nepali calendar year 2082 comes to an end and the new year 2083 begins, looking back, the past year was not just a passage of time but a profound test for the nation’s economy. Political instability, economic slowdown, rising inflation, and policy uncertainty simultaneously pressured the system, signaling long-term structural impacts on the economy.
Dipesh Ghimire14 Apr, 2026
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Commercial Banks Cut Deposit Rates in Baisakh 2083, Market Signals Excess Liquidity
Commercial Banks Cut Deposit Rates in Baisakh 2083, Market Signals Excess Liquidity Nepal’s commercial banking sector has entered a clear easing phase, with deposit interest rates declining across most institutions in Baisakh 2083. The latest published rate sheets show that the maximum interest rate on individual fixed deposits has fallen below the psychological threshold of 5 percent across all banks. This marks a notable shift from Chaitra 2082, when a handful of banks were still offering up to 5 percent, reflecting a tighter liquidity environment at the time.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Apr, 2026
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Year 2082 Marks a Political Turning Point in Nepal with Upheaval, Reform, and a New Mandate
Year 2082 Marks a Political Turning Point in Nepal with Upheaval, Reform, and a New Mandate The year 2082 in Nepal’s political calendar will be remembered as one of the most turbulent yet transformative periods in recent history. While the early and mid-year phases were marked by instability, protests, and institutional breakdown, the closing months delivered a decisive political mandate that appears to have reset the country’s trajectory toward stability and reform. The sequence of events—from mass protests to the formation of a new government—has reshaped not only leadership but also public expectations from the political system.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Apr, 2026
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Margin Trading Gains Traction in Nepal’s Secondary Market, Offering Opportunity Alongside Elevated Risk
Margin Trading Gains Traction in Nepal’s Secondary Market, Offering Opportunity Alongside Elevated Risk The margin trading facility introduced by Securities Board of Nepal has recently emerged as a major topic of discussion among investors in the secondary market. Designed to enable investors with limited capital to participate in larger-value transactions, the system is being viewed as both an opportunity for market expansion and a potential source of increased financial risk. As awareness grows, market participants are beginning to assess not only its benefits but also its long-term implications for market stability.
Dipesh Ghimire13 Apr, 2026

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All Articles — Page 47

NIC Asia Laghubitta (NICLBSL) posts sharp profit growth, but negative distributable earnings and rising NPL signal underlying stress

Kathmandu Sees Surge in Financial and Cyber Crimes in a Month, Over 1,100 Cases Registered

Money Laundering Probe Puts Nepal’s Capital Market Under Scrutiny

FDI Commitments Rise to Nearly Rs 42 Billion, But Outflows and Investor Trends Raise Questions

From Failure to Success: The Stock Market Mindset Inspired by Abraham Lincoln

Government Signals Strong Push to Reform Capital Market, Targets Foreign Institutional Investment

From Political Turmoil to Economic Pressure: What FY 2082 Revealed About Nepal’s Economy

Commercial Banks Cut Deposit Rates in Baisakh 2083, Market Signals Excess Liquidity

Year 2082 Marks a Political Turning Point in Nepal with Upheaval, Reform, and a New Mandate

Margin Trading Gains Traction in Nepal’s Secondary Market, Offering Opportunity Alongside Elevated Risk

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

Insights & Analysis

All Articles — Page 47

NIC Asia Laghubitta (NICLBSL) posts sharp profit growth, but negative distributable earnings and rising NPL signal underlying stress

Kathmandu Sees Surge in Financial and Cyber Crimes in a Month, Over 1,100 Cases Registered

Money Laundering Probe Puts Nepal’s Capital Market Under Scrutiny

FDI Commitments Rise to Nearly Rs 42 Billion, But Outflows and Investor Trends Raise Questions

From Failure to Success: The Stock Market Mindset Inspired by Abraham Lincoln

Government Signals Strong Push to Reform Capital Market, Targets Foreign Institutional Investment

From Political Turmoil to Economic Pressure: What FY 2082 Revealed About Nepal’s Economy

Commercial Banks Cut Deposit Rates in Baisakh 2083, Market Signals Excess Liquidity

Year 2082 Marks a Political Turning Point in Nepal with Upheaval, Reform, and a New Mandate

Margin Trading Gains Traction in Nepal’s Secondary Market, Offering Opportunity Alongside Elevated Risk