Top2 min readNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market DynamicsNEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics Kathmandu — The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has unveiled a list of 123 listed companies eligible for margin trading under its newly implemented framework, marking a structural shift in how capital can flow within the secondary market. The move, backed by the “Margin Trading Facilitation Procedure, 2082,” is expected to deepen market participation by allowing investors to borrow against their holdings and amplify trading positions.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank EfficiencyVacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency Kathmandu. Nearly a month after both Deputy Governor positions at Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) fell vacant, the government has yet to initiate a formal appointment process, raising concerns over institutional continuity and decision-making efficiency within the country’s central bank. The two posts became vacant on Falgun 24 following the completion of their tenure, but the transition period marked by political change has left the positions unfilled.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains FragileNEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile Kathmandu. After two consecutive sessions of sharp decline that wiped out nearly 119 points, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) showed signs of recovery on Tuesday, gaining 19.70 points to close at 2,851.09. While this rebound has offered temporary relief to investors, underlying indicators suggest that the market is still navigating a fragile phase, where confidence has not fully returned and direction remains uncertain.Dipesh Ghimire·1 Apr, 2026
NEPSE3 min readGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative CrisisGovernment Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis Kathmandu — The government has introduced a comprehensive reform framework titled the “Good Governance Roadmap 2082,” aiming to address the deepening crisis in Nepal’s cooperative sector. The roadmap, made public on Sunday, outlines a multi-layered strategy focused on depositor protection, institutional restructuring, legal enforcement, and technology-driven supervision. The move comes at a time when billions of rupees belonging to savers remain trapped in troubled cooperatives across the country, triggering widespread public concern and eroding trust in the system.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
NEPSE3 min readEconomic Uncertainty, Global Conflict, and Policy Pressure Put Nepal’s New Finance Leadership to the TestEconomic Uncertainty, Global Conflict, and Policy Pressure Put Nepal’s New Finance Leadership to the Test Kathmandu — Nepal’s economic landscape is entering a critical phase where restoring confidence among businesses, farmers, entrepreneurs, and the general public has become an urgent priority. Amid slowing economic activity and subdued investment sentiment, policymakers are increasingly under pressure to create an environment where citizens can see viable opportunities within the country rather than looking abroad for stability and growth.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
NEPSE3 min readAnti-Money Laundering Push Seen as Key to Nepal’s Exit from Grey ListAnti-Money Laundering Push Seen as Key to Nepal’s Exit from Grey List Kathmandu — Nepal’s renewed focus on tackling money laundering is increasingly being viewed as a decisive factor in its potential removal from the international “grey list,” a status that signals heightened monitoring of a country’s financial system. Policymakers and analysts alike suggest that effective enforcement of anti-money laundering (AML) measures could significantly improve Nepal’s global financial standing and restore investor confidence.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
NEPSE2 min readFinance Minister Swarnim Wagle Signals Shift Toward Clean Governance and Private Sector ConfidenceFinance Minister Swarnim Wagle Signals Shift Toward Clean Governance and Private Sector Confidence Kathmandu — Nepal’s Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has issued a strong message against corruption and bureaucratic hurdles, stating that the private sector will no longer be required to pay bribes or face unnecessary procedural delays. Speaking during a meeting with representatives of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry on Chaitra 16, 2082, Wagle emphasized that the government is committed to restoring trust between the state and businesses while accelerating economic activity.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
NEPSE3 min readGovernment Unveils Aggressive 100-Day Reform Plan to Reshape Nepal’s Banking and Financial SystemGovernment Unveils Aggressive 100-Day Reform Plan to Reshape Nepal’s Banking and Financial System Kathmandu — The Government of Nepal has introduced an ambitious set of financial sector reforms under its 100-day governance roadmap, aiming to restructure the banking system, improve transparency, and channel excess liquidity into productive sectors. The plan reflects a policy shift toward strengthening regulatory oversight while simultaneously promoting credit expansion in sectors deemed critical for long-term economic growth.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
NEPSE3 min readNEPSE Faces Selling Pressure Amid Black Money Concerns; Market Enters a Critical Transition PhaseNEPSE Faces Selling Pressure Amid Black Money Concerns; Market Enters a Critical Transition Phase Kathmandu — The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) witnessed a sharp decline in the previous trading session, falling by 47 points to close at 2,831. Despite an optimistic start that pushed the index close to the 2,890 level, the market failed to sustain higher levels, retreating significantly toward the closing hours. This late-session weakness reflects a shift in investor sentiment, with caution beginning to dominate short-term market behavior.Dipesh Ghimire·31 Mar, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Sharp Fall Signals Bearish Pressure, Yet Support Zone Offers HopeNEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Sharp Fall Signals Bearish Pressure, Yet Support Zone Offers Hope Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market entered a decisive phase following a sharp decline in the previous trading session, with technical indicators pointing toward rising bearish pressure even as the index attempts to stabilize near a key support zone. The sudden drop has raised concerns among investors, but underlying signals suggest the market may still be in a transitional phase rather than a confirmed downtrend.Dipesh Ghimire·30 Mar, 2026