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NRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed
NRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed Kathmandu. Nepal Rastra Bank has extended the deadline for remittance companies to meet the minimum paid-up capital requirement, a move that reflects a notable shift in regulatory strategy—from aggressive capital enforcement to a more stability-focused approach. Through the second amendment to the “Remittance Regulation, 2079,” the central bank has granted firms an additional two years, allowing them until mid-July 2030 (Ashad 2087) to reach the NPR 100 million threshold.
Dipesh Ghimire2 Apr, 2026
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NEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence
NEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence Kathmandu. The recent downturn in Nepal’s stock market is no longer just a story of falling numbers—it is increasingly becoming a reflection of shifting investor psychology. While the NEPSE index has been under pressure for several sessions, the underlying driver appears to be more complex than routine market correction. The ongoing wave of investigations, policy tightening, and governance actions has introduced a new layer of uncertainty, reshaping how investors perceive the market.
Dipesh Ghimire1 Apr, 2026
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NEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress
NEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress Kathmandu. Nepal’s stock market extended its sharp decline on Wednesday, with the NEPSE index plunging 74.73 points to close at 2,776.36, marking one of the most significant single-day drops in recent sessions. The fall came despite a brief rebound attempt earlier, indicating that selling pressure has firmly taken control of the market. The broader sentiment remains fragile, with investors increasingly driven by fear rather than fundamentals.
Dipesh Ghimire1 Apr, 2026
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NEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics
NEPSE 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 Ghimire1 Apr, 2026
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Vacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency
Vacancy 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 Ghimire1 Apr, 2026
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NEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile
NEPSE 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 Ghimire1 Apr, 2026
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Government Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis
Government 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 Ghimire31 Mar, 2026
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Economic Uncertainty, Global Conflict, and Policy Pressure Put Nepal’s New Finance Leadership to the Test
Economic 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 Ghimire31 Mar, 2026
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Anti-Money Laundering Push Seen as Key to Nepal’s Exit from Grey List
Anti-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 Ghimire31 Mar, 2026
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Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Signals Shift Toward Clean Governance and Private Sector Confidence
Finance 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 Ghimire31 Mar, 2026

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All Articles — Page 59

NRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed

NEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence

NEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress

NEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics

Vacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency

NEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile

Government Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis

Economic Uncertainty, Global Conflict, and Policy Pressure Put Nepal’s New Finance Leadership to the Test

Anti-Money Laundering Push Seen as Key to Nepal’s Exit from Grey List

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Signals Shift Toward Clean Governance and Private Sector Confidence

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

Insights & Analysis

All Articles — Page 59

NRB Eases Capital Pressure on Remittance Firms, Signals Shift Toward Stability Over Speed

NEPSE’s Decline Reflects a Deeper Shift: From Price Correction to Crisis of Confidence

NEPSE in Free Fall: Breakdown Below Key Support Signals Deeper Market Stress

NEPSE Expands Margin Trading Universe to 123 Companies, Signaling a Leveraged Shift in Market Dynamics

Vacancy at the Top: Delay in Deputy Governor Appointments Raises Concerns Over Central Bank Efficiency

NEPSE at a Crossroads: Rebound Signals Emerge, but Market Direction Remains Fragile

Government Unveils Sweeping Reform Blueprint to Resolve Cooperative Crisis

Economic Uncertainty, Global Conflict, and Policy Pressure Put Nepal’s New Finance Leadership to the Test

Anti-Money Laundering Push Seen as Key to Nepal’s Exit from Grey List

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Signals Shift Toward Clean Governance and Private Sector Confidence