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Full Sector Performance — March 31, 2026
| Sub-Index | Closing Value | Change (pts) | Change (%) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEPSE Composite | 2,851.09 | +19.70 | +0.69% | ↑ |
| Manufacturing | 10,594.75 | +202.41 | +1.94% | ↑↑ |
| Development Banks | 6,165.15 | +55.45 | +0.90% | ↑ |
| Non-Life Insurance | 11,470.35 | +87.61 | +0.76% | ↑ |
| Banking | 1,490.91 | +11.38 | +0.76% | ↑ |
| Trading | 3,977.38 | +29.28 | +0.74% | ↑ |
| Sensitive Index | 484.84 | +3.26 | +0.67% | ↑ |
| Sensitive Float | 165.74 | +1.02 | +0.62% | ↑ |
| Microfinance | 5,061.10 | +26.00 | +0.51% | ↑ |
| Others | 2,292.41 | -12.77 | -0.55% | ↓ |
Manufacturing — Session Leader at +1.94%
The Manufacturing sub-index surged 202.41 points (+1.94%) to close at 10,594.75, making it the clear sector leader of March 31, 2026. The primary driver was Reliance Spinning Mills (RSML) hitting the 10% upper circuit at Rs 2,679.30. SYPNL (SY Panel Nepal) also contributed significantly with Rs 374.49M in turnover at Rs 1,899.90 per share.
The Manufacturing sector on NEPSE includes textile manufacturers, consumer goods producers, and increasingly, solar panel manufacturers. At 10,594.75, the Manufacturing sub-index is at elevated levels, reflecting strong investor interest in Nepal's manufacturing growth story.
Development Banks — Solid +0.90% Gain
The Development Bank sub-index added 55.45 points (+0.90%) to close at 6,165.15. Despite the sector's overall gain, SAPDBL (Saptakoshi Development Bank) fell 8.96% — the day's biggest individual loser. This illustrates how strong-performing development banks outweighed SAPDBL's decline to keep the index positive.
Banking and Insurance — Twin 0.76% Gains
Both the Banking sub-index (+0.76% to 1,490.91) and Non-Life Insurance sub-index (+0.76% to 11,470.35) gained an identical 0.76% on March 31, 2026. The Banking sector's gain came despite CZBIL's 2.67% decline, as most other banking counters moved higher. The Non-Life Insurance sector's 87.61-point gain to 11,470.35 reflects its high absolute index level and relative valuation premium.
Others — The Only Decliner at -0.55%
The Others sub-index slipped 12.77 points (-0.55%) to 2,292.41. This index tracks companies that don't fit neatly into the major sector categories. The mild decline suggests mild profit-taking or sector rotation out of some non-classified stocks.
FAQs
Which sector performed best on NEPSE March 31, 2026?
Manufacturing rose 1.94% to 10,594.75 — the top-performing sector.
Which sector declined today?
Only the Others sub-index declined, falling 0.55% to 2,292.41.
How did banking perform today?
Banking sub-index gained 0.76% to 1,490.91 on March 31, 2026.
What is the Non-Life Insurance sub-index level?
Non-Life Insurance closed at 11,470.35 on March 31, 2026, up 0.76%.
How many sub-indices were positive today?
Eight out of nine sub-indices ended in the green on March 31, 2026.