Economy News
Ru Ru Jalbidhyut to Invest Rs 80 Million in Myagdi Hydropower
The hydropower company has approved the purchase of 800,000 promoter shares of Myagdi Hydropower as part of its investment strategy.
3 months ago
Goat Meat Prices Surge Across Nepal as Supply Crunch and Bird Flu Fears Hit Market
Goat meat prices have jumped sharply across Nepal over the past two weeks, driven by shrinking domestic supply, bird flu concerns, import hurdles, and rising consumer demand, raising fears of an even bigger shortage during the Dashain festival.
3 months ago
Nepal Continues ‘Asar Spending’ Tradition, 11% of Annual Budget Spent in Final Month
Despite three finance ministers overseeing the fiscal year, the government spent only 79.04% of the annual budget, with a significant portion disbursed during the final month of the fiscal year.
3 months ago
Gold Rebounds, Surges by Rs 2,700 per Tola in Nepal
After several days of decline, gold prices bounced back sharply in the domestic market on Friday, while silver also recorded a notable increase.
3 months ago
Gold Falls by Rs 2,400 Per Tola, Silver Drops Rs 160 in Nepali Market
Gold and silver prices continued to decline in Nepal on Thursday, with gold dropping by Rs 2,400 and silver by Rs 160 per tola compared to the previous trading day.
3 months ago
Seti Khola Hydropower Begins Power Generation, IPO Plan Follows
The 22 MW Seti Khola Hydropower Project in Pokhara has started trial electricity generation, with commercial operation expected after a 15-day testing period. The developer also plans to launch an IPO after the project enters full commercial operation.
3 months ago
Nepal Rastra Bank to Issue Rs 20 Billion Bond to Absorb Excess Liquidity
The central bank is issuing a one-year bond worth Rs 20 billion on Wednesday to manage excess liquidity in the banking system.
3 months ago
Gold, Silver Prices Extend Decline in Nepali Market
Gold fell by Rs 900 per tola and silver by Rs 55 per tola on Wednesday, continuing the downward trend in Nepal's bullion market.
3 months ago
NRB Raises Share-Backed and Personal Loan Limits in Monetary Policy Review
Nepal Rastra Bank has increased the ceilings for margin lending and personal overdraft loans while introducing new measures to strengthen banks' capital management.
3 months ago
NRB Eases Loan Rules for Farmers and SMEs in Fresh Monetary Policy Review
Nepal Rastra Bank has introduced new measures to simplify small business lending and align agricultural loan repayments with farmers' harvest cycles.
3 months ago
NRB Unveils 25th Monetary Policy, Targets 7% Growth While Keeping Inflation in Check
Nepal Rastra Bank has introduced its monetary policy for FY 2083/84, focusing on supporting economic growth, maintaining price stability, and strengthening financial sector resilience.
3 months ago
NRB Review Flags Weak Credit Demand Despite Strong Reserves and Low Inflation
Nepal Rastra Bank’s annual monetary policy review says inflation remained under control and foreign exchange reserves stayed strong, but sluggish domestic demand and weak private sector confidence continue to weigh on credit growth.
3 months ago