Top2 min readNEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today?NEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today? — Confidence Crisis, Technical Breakdown, and Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Investors Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market is currently facing an intense phase of volatility, driven by ongoing investigations into major market players and growing concerns over a large-scale financial “scam.” After a sharp decline of over 100 points in the previous session, breaking key support levels, investors are now closely watching where the market heads today. The situation has evolved beyond normal market fluctuations into a deeper battle of confidence and sentiment.
Top2 min readNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly ImproveNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly Improve Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to highlight deep structural characteristics, with the composition of exports and imports clearly indicating a consumption-driven economy and limited industrial depth. According to data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the structure of foreign trade shows a significant dominance of final consumption goods in exports, while imports remain heavily concentrated in intermediate and capital goods.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today?NEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today? — Confidence Crisis, Technical Breakdown, and Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Investors Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market is currently facing an intense phase of volatility, driven by ongoing investigations into major market players and growing concerns over a large-scale financial “scam.” After a sharp decline of over 100 points in the previous session, breaking key support levels, investors are now closely watching where the market heads today. The situation has evolved beyond normal market fluctuations into a deeper battle of confidence and sentiment.
Top2 min readNEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today?NEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today? — Confidence Crisis, Technical Breakdown, and Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Investors Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market is currently facing an intense phase of volatility, driven by ongoing investigations into major market players and growing concerns over a large-scale financial “scam.” After a sharp decline of over 100 points in the previous session, breaking key support levels, investors are now closely watching where the market heads today. The situation has evolved beyond normal market fluctuations into a deeper battle of confidence and sentiment.
Dipesh Ghimire·6 Apr, 2026NEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today?NEPSE Under Pressure Amid Scam Fears: What Next for the Market Today? — Confidence Crisis, Technical Breakdown, and Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Investors Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market is currently facing an intense phase of volatility, driven by ongoing investigations into major market players and growing concerns over a large-scale financial “scam.” After a sharp decline of over 100 points in the previous session, breaking key support levels, investors are now closely watching where the market heads today. The situation has evolved beyond normal market fluctuations into a deeper battle of confidence and sentiment.
Top2 min readNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly ImproveNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly Improve Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to highlight deep structural characteristics, with the composition of exports and imports clearly indicating a consumption-driven economy and limited industrial depth. According to data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the structure of foreign trade shows a significant dominance of final consumption goods in exports, while imports remain heavily concentrated in intermediate and capital goods.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure PersistsNepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure Persists Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to reflect a structurally imbalanced trade pattern, as rising exports are still overshadowed by a sharp increase in imports. According to data from the first eight months of fiscal year 2082/83 (up to Falgun), the country’s total merchandise exports grew by 20.8 percent to reach Rs. 191.11 billion. While this growth appears encouraging on the surface, it marks a slowdown compared to the 57.2 percent surge recorded in the same period last year, indicating that export momentum is gradually weakening.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s inflation2 min readWholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above IndiaWholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above India Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation dynamics continue to show signs of stability, with both wholesale and consumer price indicators reflecting a controlled economic environment. According to the latest data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the year-on-year wholesale inflation stood at 3.64 percent, marking a notable decline from 4.43 percent recorded in the same month last year. This moderation in wholesale prices indicates easing cost pressures at the production and distribution levels, which could help sustain low consumer inflation in the coming months.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s inflation 2 min readInflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key SectorsInflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key Sectors Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation outlook appears increasingly stable, with recent data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83 indicating a continued moderation in price pressures. According to the latest figures, the year-on-year consumer price inflation stood at 3.62 percent, slightly lower than 3.75 percent recorded in the same month last year. This signals a gradual easing of inflationary pressures, reflecting improved supply conditions and relatively balanced demand in the domestic economy.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s Economy 2 min readNepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength ContinuesNepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength Continues Kathmandu — Nepal’s current economic and financial condition, based on data up to the first eight months of the fiscal year 2082/83 (mid-March 2026), reflects a mixed yet relatively stable macroeconomic environment. While key indicators such as inflation and foreign exchange reserves remain favorable, structural dependencies—particularly on remittances—continue to define the country’s economic trajectory.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readBig Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further?Big Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further? Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market enters the new trading week under a cloud of uncertainty, as regulatory crackdowns on major market players collide with weakening technical signals and declining liquidity. While the NEPSE index managed a modest recovery on the final trading day of last week, the broader structure of the market continues to reflect fragility rather than strength.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
editorial3 min readDeepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow SystemDeepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow System editorial editorial editorial Kathmandu — The arrest of prominent businessman Deepak Bhatt has done far more than create headlines; it has exposed the fragile and deeply interconnected nature of Nepal’s economic structure. What initially appeared to be a law enforcement action against a single individual has quickly evolved into a broader conversation about the foundations of the country’s financial system, the influence of powerful business networks, and the risks embedded within a semi-formal economy.Dipesh Ghimire·3 Apr, 2026
NEPSE4 min readMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly ImproveNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly Improve Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to highlight deep structural characteristics, with the composition of exports and imports clearly indicating a consumption-driven economy and limited industrial depth. According to data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the structure of foreign trade shows a significant dominance of final consumption goods in exports, while imports remain heavily concentrated in intermediate and capital goods.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readNepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure PersistsNepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure Persists Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to reflect a structurally imbalanced trade pattern, as rising exports are still overshadowed by a sharp increase in imports. According to data from the first eight months of fiscal year 2082/83 (up to Falgun), the country’s total merchandise exports grew by 20.8 percent to reach Rs. 191.11 billion. While this growth appears encouraging on the surface, it marks a slowdown compared to the 57.2 percent surge recorded in the same period last year, indicating that export momentum is gradually weakening.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s inflation2 min readWholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above IndiaWholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above India Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation dynamics continue to show signs of stability, with both wholesale and consumer price indicators reflecting a controlled economic environment. According to the latest data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the year-on-year wholesale inflation stood at 3.64 percent, marking a notable decline from 4.43 percent recorded in the same month last year. This moderation in wholesale prices indicates easing cost pressures at the production and distribution levels, which could help sustain low consumer inflation in the coming months.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s inflation 2 min readInflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key SectorsInflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key Sectors Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation outlook appears increasingly stable, with recent data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83 indicating a continued moderation in price pressures. According to the latest figures, the year-on-year consumer price inflation stood at 3.62 percent, slightly lower than 3.75 percent recorded in the same month last year. This signals a gradual easing of inflationary pressures, reflecting improved supply conditions and relatively balanced demand in the domestic economy.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Nepal’s Economy 2 min readNepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength ContinuesNepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength Continues Kathmandu — Nepal’s current economic and financial condition, based on data up to the first eight months of the fiscal year 2082/83 (mid-March 2026), reflects a mixed yet relatively stable macroeconomic environment. While key indicators such as inflation and foreign exchange reserves remain favorable, structural dependencies—particularly on remittances—continue to define the country’s economic trajectory.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
Top3 min readBig Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further?Big Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further? Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market enters the new trading week under a cloud of uncertainty, as regulatory crackdowns on major market players collide with weakening technical signals and declining liquidity. While the NEPSE index managed a modest recovery on the final trading day of last week, the broader structure of the market continues to reflect fragility rather than strength.Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026
editorial3 min readDeepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow SystemDeepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow System editorial editorial editorial Kathmandu — The arrest of prominent businessman Deepak Bhatt has done far more than create headlines; it has exposed the fragile and deeply interconnected nature of Nepal’s economic structure. What initially appeared to be a law enforcement action against a single individual has quickly evolved into a broader conversation about the foundations of the country’s financial system, the influence of powerful business networks, and the risks embedded within a semi-formal economy.Dipesh Ghimire·3 Apr, 2026
NEPSE4 min readMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Top2 min readWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Nepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly ImproveNepal’s Trade Structure Reveals Consumption-Driven Economy as Terms of Trade Slightly Improve Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to highlight deep structural characteristics, with the composition of exports and imports clearly indicating a consumption-driven economy and limited industrial depth. According to data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the structure of foreign trade shows a significant dominance of final consumption goods in exports, while imports remain heavily concentrated in intermediate and capital goods.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Nepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure PersistsNepal’s Trade Deficit Widens Despite Strong Export Growth, Import Pressure Persists Kathmandu — Nepal’s external sector continues to reflect a structurally imbalanced trade pattern, as rising exports are still overshadowed by a sharp increase in imports. According to data from the first eight months of fiscal year 2082/83 (up to Falgun), the country’s total merchandise exports grew by 20.8 percent to reach Rs. 191.11 billion. While this growth appears encouraging on the surface, it marks a slowdown compared to the 57.2 percent surge recorded in the same period last year, indicating that export momentum is gradually weakening.Top2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Wholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above IndiaWholesale Inflation Moderates in Nepal as Consumer Prices Stay Slightly Above India Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation dynamics continue to show signs of stability, with both wholesale and consumer price indicators reflecting a controlled economic environment. According to the latest data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83, the year-on-year wholesale inflation stood at 3.64 percent, marking a notable decline from 4.43 percent recorded in the same month last year. This moderation in wholesale prices indicates easing cost pressures at the production and distribution levels, which could help sustain low consumer inflation in the coming months.Nepal’s inflation2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Inflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key SectorsInflation Remains Subdued in Nepal as Price Pressures Ease Across Key Sectors Kathmandu — Nepal’s inflation outlook appears increasingly stable, with recent data up to Falgun of fiscal year 2082/83 indicating a continued moderation in price pressures. According to the latest figures, the year-on-year consumer price inflation stood at 3.62 percent, slightly lower than 3.75 percent recorded in the same month last year. This signals a gradual easing of inflationary pressures, reflecting improved supply conditions and relatively balanced demand in the domestic economy. Nepal’s inflation 2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Nepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength ContinuesNepal’s Economy Shows Stability with Underlying Structural Signals: Inflation Contained, Remittance-Driven Strength Continues Kathmandu — Nepal’s current economic and financial condition, based on data up to the first eight months of the fiscal year 2082/83 (mid-March 2026), reflects a mixed yet relatively stable macroeconomic environment. While key indicators such as inflation and foreign exchange reserves remain favorable, structural dependencies—particularly on remittances—continue to define the country’s economic trajectory.Nepal’s Economy 2 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·5 Apr, 2026Big Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further?Big Players Under Scrutiny, NEPSE at a Critical Juncture: Will the Market Stabilize or Slip Further? Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market enters the new trading week under a cloud of uncertainty, as regulatory crackdowns on major market players collide with weakening technical signals and declining liquidity. While the NEPSE index managed a modest recovery on the final trading day of last week, the broader structure of the market continues to reflect fragility rather than strength.Top3 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·3 Apr, 2026Deepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow SystemDeepak Bhatt Arrest: A Structural Shock to Nepal’s Economy — Reform, Risk, and the Shadow System editorial editorial editorial Kathmandu — The arrest of prominent businessman Deepak Bhatt has done far more than create headlines; it has exposed the fragile and deeply interconnected nature of Nepal’s economic structure. What initially appeared to be a law enforcement action against a single individual has quickly evolved into a broader conversation about the foundations of the country’s financial system, the influence of powerful business networks, and the risks embedded within a semi-formal economy.editorial3 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026Market Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks UncertaintyMarket Rallies on Political Shift, Then Slides as Anti-Corruption Drive Sparks Uncertainty Kathmandu — Nepal’s stock market has entered a volatile phase, swinging sharply between optimism and fear, as political developments surrounding the rise of Balendra Shah and the overwhelming victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) reshape investor sentiment. The benchmark index initially surged on expectations of reform, only to retreat in the days following the formation of a new government.NEPSE4 min read
Dipesh Ghimire·2 Apr, 2026War-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation ConcernsWar-Driven Oil Surge Shakes Global Markets, Raises Inflation Concerns Kathmandu — Global financial markets, which had entered 2026 on a relatively stable footing, are now facing renewed turbulence following the outbreak of conflict involving Iran. What initially appeared to be a steady economic trajectory has been disrupted by geopolitical tensions, with energy prices emerging as the most immediate and visible casualty. The sudden escalation has not only unsettled investors but also introduced fresh uncertainty into an already fragile global economic environment.Top2 min read