Top2 min readCustoms Mismatch and Politicized Budgeting Expose Deeper Fault Lines in Nepal’s EconomyCustoms Mismatch and Politicized Budgeting Expose Deeper Fault Lines in Nepal’s Economy Kathmandu — Monday’s meeting of the Finance Committee under the House of Representatives brought to the surface a set of interconnected problems that go beyond routine policy concerns. Lawmakers warned that gaps in customs valuation and a politically influenced budget allocation system are not only weakening revenue collection but also distorting the overall economic structure.Dipesh Ghimire·27 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readNepal Targets 24,500 MW Power Generation by 2092/93, Shifts Focus to Domestic Consumption and ExportsNepal Targets 24,500 MW Power Generation by 2092/93, Shifts Focus to Domestic Consumption and Exports Kathmandu — The government has unveiled an ambitious “Energy Consumption Growth and Export Strategy 2083,” aiming to generate a total of 24,500 megawatts of electricity by the fiscal year 2092/93 through combined investments from the public, private, and government sectors. The strategy marks a significant shift from merely increasing production to ensuring effective domestic consumption and positioning Nepal as a regional energy exporter.Dipesh Ghimire·27 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readNepal Bank Earns Rs. 2.79 Billion Profit, But Earnings Quality Raises QuestionsNepal Bank Earns Rs. 2.79 Billion Profit, But Earnings Quality Raises Questions Kathmandu — Nepal Bank Limited has reported a net profit of Rs. 2.79 billion for the third quarter of fiscal year 2082/83, showing only a marginal improvement compared to Rs. 2.78 billion recorded in the same period last year. While the headline figure suggests stability, a closer look at the financials indicates that the bank’s earnings quality and efficiency are under growing pressure.Dipesh Ghimire·27 Apr, 2026
Top4 min readMultipurpose Finance Struggles With Profitability as Rising Costs and Credit Risk Weigh on EarningsMultipurpose 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 Ghimire·27 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readEverest Bank Reports Rs. 3.32 Billion Profit; Strong Balance Sheet Growth Amid Pressure on ProfitabilityEverest 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 Ghimire·27 Apr, 2026
NEPSE2 min readNEPSE Drops Over 50 Points Amid Market Manipulation Scandal, Investors Shift to ‘Wait and Watch’ ModeNEPSE 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 Ghimire·26 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readOil Shock from Middle East Tensions Spreads Across Global EconomyOil 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 Ghimire·26 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readBanks Move to Close Over 140 Branches as Digital Banking Gains GroundBanks 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 Ghimire·26 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readJyoti Bikas Bank’s Profit Surge Masks Rising Credit Risk ConcernsJyoti 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 Ghimire·26 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readEarly Struggles in Markets Mirror Life’s ‘Takeoff Phase’, Analysts SayEarly 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 Ghimire·26 Apr, 2026