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Nepal Rolls Out Database-Based Customs Valuation System Nationwide, Ending Decades-Old Reference Pricing
Nepal Rolls Out Database-Based Customs Valuation System Nationwide, Ending Decades-Old Reference Pricing Kathmandu — In a major step toward modernizing trade administration, Nepal has implemented a database-based online customs valuation system across all customs offices in the country. The reform, introduced to enhance transparency, efficiency, and predictability in international trade, replaces the long-standing reference price mechanism that had been in use for more than two decades. The nationwide rollout was formally announced during a Customs Management Seminar held in Kathmandu, where Department of Customs confirmed that the new system has now become mandatory at every customs office. The initiative is aimed at reducing trade-related costs, minimizing disputes, and aligning Nepal’s customs practices with global standards.
Dipesh Ghimire4 Jan, 2026
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Nepal’s Economy Poised for Above-Average Growth Amid Monetary Easing and Improved Fundamentals
Nepal’s Economy Poised for Above-Average Growth Amid Monetary Easing and Improved Fundamentals Kathmandu — Nepal’s economy is expected to record above-average growth, supported by accommodative monetary policies, improving domestic conditions, and a favorable external environment, according to a recent assessment by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). The projection is based on the Integrated Annual Economic Activity Study Report for Fiscal Year 2024/25 (FY 2081/82) prepared by NRB’s Economic Research Department. The report highlights that easing monetary conditions have played a key role in expanding economic activities across multiple sectors.
Dipesh Ghimire4 Jan, 2026
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Ravi Lamichhane and Balen Shah: A New Political Alliance Shaping Nepal’s Future
Ravi Lamichhane and Balen Shah: A New Political Alliance Shaping Nepal’s Future Recent political developments in Nepal have created a stir, particularly after the June-July protests which sparked a significant shift in the country's political landscape. Following the fall of the Congress-CPN-UML government, a new coalition led by Shushila Karki emerged, but political instability remained prevalent. As the dust settles, new and old parties are gradually aligning, with some striking new alliances that could reshape Nepal's political direction. One such notable alliance is between Ravi Lamichhane, the leader of the National Independent Party (Raswpa), and Balen Shah, the mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City. According to sources, the two leaders have agreed on a shared political vision, with Lamichhane at the helm and Shah being presented as the candidate for the Prime Minister position. However, there is one crucial figure missing from this equation — Kulman Ghising.
Dipesh Ghimire28 Dec, 2025
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NRB Reform Report Flags Structural Weaknesses, Calls for Deep Banking Overhaul
NRB Reform Report Flags Structural Weaknesses, Calls for Deep Banking Overhaul Nepal Rastra Bank has made public the report of the Banking Sector Reform Task Force, outlining wide-ranging recommendations aimed at reviving economic activity and structurally reforming Nepal’s banking system. The task force, led by Dr. Rewat Bahadur Karki, includes former banker Bhuwan Dahal and NRB’s Executive Director of the Bank and Financial Institutions Regulation Department, Guru Prasad Paudel. The report presents a candid diagnosis of the banking sector’s problems, arguing that Nepal’s economic slowdown is rooted more in structural and policy failures than in liquidity shortages or interest rates alone.
Dipesh Ghimire24 Dec, 2025
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Why Nepal Rastra Bank’s Leadership Is Central to Nepal’s Exit from the AML Grey List
Why Nepal Rastra Bank’s Leadership Is Central to Nepal’s Exit from the AML Grey List Nepal’s effort to exit the international anti–money laundering (AML) grey list has entered a decisive phase, with growing emphasis on the role of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). The Banking Sector Reform Recommendation Task Force, 2082 has made it clear that the process will not succeed through routine compliance alone. Instead, it requires strong institutional leadership, rapid reforms, and sustained coordination—areas where the central bank’s influence is considered critical.
Dipesh Ghimire24 Dec, 2025
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Unemployed Youth Required to Register at Ward Offices for Minimum Employment
Unemployed Youth Required to Register at Ward Offices for Minimum Employment The government has introduced a mandatory registration system for unemployed individuals seeking minimum employment, requiring them to submit applications at their respective ward offices. The provision has been enforced through the issuance of the National Employment Promotion Programme (Operation and Management) Directive, 2082 by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. Under the new directive, unemployed individuals must apply using a format prescribed by the ward office in order to be officially listed as job seekers.
Dipesh Ghimire23 Dec, 2025
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Gold and Silver Prices Hit Record Highs in Nepal Amid Economic Uncertainty
Gold and Silver Prices Hit Record Highs in Nepal Amid Economic Uncertainty Gold prices in Nepal have continued their upward trajectory over the past few months, breaking all previous records in the domestic market. On Tuesday, Poush 8, the price of gold crossed NPR 267,000 per tola, marking the highest level ever recorded in the country. Silver prices also followed a similar trend, climbing steadily to reach NPR 4,255 per tola. The simultaneous surge in both precious metals reflects growing volatility in global and domestic economic conditions.
Dipesh Ghimire23 Dec, 2025
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Nepal’s Stock Market Stuck in a Downtrend as Political Risk Overshadows Economic Signals
Nepal’s Stock Market Stuck in a Downtrend as Political Risk Overshadows Economic Signals Nepal’s stock market continues to move in a downward trajectory at a time when conventional economic indicators suggest room for recovery. The benchmark NEPSE index has slipped to around 2,581 points, reflecting a persistent loss of investor confidence. This decline has occurred despite the central bank’s sustained policy easing and a gradual improvement in the financial position of banks and listed companies, raising questions about the deeper forces influencing market behavior.
Dipesh Ghimire23 Dec, 2025
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Premium IPO Deadlock Forces Companies to Rethink Capital Plans
Premium IPO Deadlock Forces Companies to Rethink Capital Plans Kathmandu. The prolonged freeze on premium-priced initial public offerings (IPOs) has begun to reshape corporate fundraising strategies in Nepal, with several companies abandoning premium pricing and opting instead for issue-at-par offerings. The shift comes as the Nepal Securities Board (SEBON) has not granted approval for premium IPOs for nearly two years, leaving dozens of applications stuck in limbo. Companies that had applied to issue shares above face value say the regulatory uncertainty has made premium pricing impractical. With approvals nowhere in sight, firms are now prioritizing timely access to capital over valuation upside, even if it means raising funds at a lower price. Market participants say this trend reflects growing frustration with regulatory indecision rather than a lack of investor appetite.
Dipesh Ghimire21 Dec, 2025
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Low Interest Rates Squeeze Insurers, Fuel Push for Overseas Investment
Low Interest Rates Squeeze Insurers, Fuel Push for Overseas Investment Kathmandu. Nepal’s insurance companies are increasingly calling for permission to invest a portion of their funds in international markets, as persistently low bank interest rates at home continue to erode returns and pressure profitability. With limited domestic investment instruments and the absence of large-scale infrastructure bonds, insurers argue that overseas exposure has become a necessity rather than a choice. For years, insurers have parked the bulk of their investments—nearly 80 percent on average—in banks and financial institutions. However, historically low deposit rates have sharply reduced income from fixed deposits, the sector’s primary source of steady returns. Compounding the problem, excess liquidity in the banking system has made banks reluctant to absorb large deposits from insurers, even at lower rates, leaving companies struggling to place funds efficiently.
Dipesh Ghimire21 Dec, 2025

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All Articles — Page 88

Nepal Rolls Out Database-Based Customs Valuation System Nationwide, Ending Decades-Old Reference Pricing

Nepal’s Economy Poised for Above-Average Growth Amid Monetary Easing and Improved Fundamentals

Ravi Lamichhane and Balen Shah: A New Political Alliance Shaping Nepal’s Future

NRB Reform Report Flags Structural Weaknesses, Calls for Deep Banking Overhaul

Why Nepal Rastra Bank’s Leadership Is Central to Nepal’s Exit from the AML Grey List

Unemployed Youth Required to Register at Ward Offices for Minimum Employment

Gold and Silver Prices Hit Record Highs in Nepal Amid Economic Uncertainty

Nepal’s Stock Market Stuck in a Downtrend as Political Risk Overshadows Economic Signals

Premium IPO Deadlock Forces Companies to Rethink Capital Plans

Low Interest Rates Squeeze Insurers, Fuel Push for Overseas Investment

NEPSEtrading

Primary issues

Income & debt

Live market

Read & learn

NEPSE Trading Network

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All Articles — Page 88

Nepal Rolls Out Database-Based Customs Valuation System Nationwide, Ending Decades-Old Reference Pricing

Nepal’s Economy Poised for Above-Average Growth Amid Monetary Easing and Improved Fundamentals

Ravi Lamichhane and Balen Shah: A New Political Alliance Shaping Nepal’s Future

NRB Reform Report Flags Structural Weaknesses, Calls for Deep Banking Overhaul

Why Nepal Rastra Bank’s Leadership Is Central to Nepal’s Exit from the AML Grey List

Unemployed Youth Required to Register at Ward Offices for Minimum Employment

Gold and Silver Prices Hit Record Highs in Nepal Amid Economic Uncertainty

Nepal’s Stock Market Stuck in a Downtrend as Political Risk Overshadows Economic Signals

Premium IPO Deadlock Forces Companies to Rethink Capital Plans

Low Interest Rates Squeeze Insurers, Fuel Push for Overseas Investment