Aditya Shivakoti: The New Voice of Responsible Investing in Nepal’s Stock Market

Kathmandu. Nepal’s stock market today is not just about numbers, graphs, and profit games — it has evolved into a platform for financial education, awareness, and public dialogue. Among the emerging voices shaping this change is Aditya Shivakoti, a young investor, speaker, and passionate advocate for financial literacy.

Championing Financial Awareness and Education

In recent years, Aditya Shivakoti has become one of the most influential young figures spreading stock market awareness among Nepali youth. Through social media — especially Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok — he regularly shares insights on market trends, regulatory actions, and investor psychology.
His videos and writings help raise awareness about market risks, opportunities, and the need for informed decision-making. He often reminds investors:

“The market is a place where money flows from the impatient to the patient.”

Active in Market Reform and Investor Rights

Aditya is not just a commentator — he has been part of the investor movement for reform. From participating in market improvement campaigns to leading delegations of hundreds of investors with 28-point suggestions to the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), his activism has made a tangible impact.
He currently serves as the spokesperson for the “Hid Kathmandu” (Walk Kathmandu) campaign, which advocates for greater transparency and stronger investor rights in Nepal’s capital market.

Discipline and Perspective in Investing

According to Aditya, success in the stock market depends less on which company you buy and more on why and when you buy.
He believes that many investors suffer losses because they follow the crowd rather than doing their own analysis.

“If we learn to understand the market, identify risks, and practice patience, the market becomes a place to gain experience — not just profit,” he says.

From a Curious Student to a Market Leader

At the young age of 24, when most youths rely on their parents for college fees, Aditya chose the path of financial independence through the stock market.
Once a schoolboy who queued early in the morning to apply for shares, he is now a well-known name among investors.

“I still remember the first day I stood in line to buy shares,” he recalls. “I didn’t know then — the stock market isn’t just a place to make money; it’s a school that changes how you think.”

Promoting Financial Literacy and Responsible Investment

Even during market downturns, when many panic and quit, Aditya emphasizes patience and knowledge.
He actively conducts seminars, media interviews, and online training sessions to promote financial literacy among young investors.
In his words:

“If we truly understand the market, even losses become lessons.”

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A Voice for Market Transparency and Accountability

Beyond investing, Aditya consistently advocates for transparency, fair regulation, and investor protection. He stresses the need for stronger dialogue between regulators, brokers, and investors.
His core belief is simple yet powerful:

“The market becomes stronger only when investors make decisions based on knowledge.”

The future of Nepal’s capital market depends not only on economic policies or interest rates but also on the quality of understanding among those who participate in it.
Aditya Shivakoti represents this new generation — one that views the stock market not merely as a place for profit, but as a platform for knowledge, discipline, and long-term vision.