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Top Volume & Turnover Stocks — March 31, 2026
| Symbol | Company | LTP (Rs) | Turnover | Volume (Shares) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIDI | Ridi Power Company Ltd. | 367.80 | Rs 484.81M | 1,305,100 | -3.21% |
| API | API Power Company Limited | 358.10 | Rs 403.86M | 1,143,587 | +0.14% |
| NRN | NRN Infrastructure & Dev. | 1,601.10 | Rs 378.31M | 235,050 | Active |
| SYPNL | SY Panel Nepal Limited | 1,899.90 | Rs 374.49M | 199,289 | Active |
| KBL | Kumari Bank Limited | 232.00 | Rs 359.04M | 1,560,007 | +1.44% |
| NHPC | National Hydro Power Co. | 293.00 | High | 1,080,550 | -2.66% |
RIDI — Volume King with Distribution Pattern
RIDI (Ridi Power Company Ltd.) generated the highest turnover of any stock on Nepal Exchange on March 31, 2026 — Rs 484.81 million across 1,305,100 shares. Despite this extraordinary activity, RIDI's price fell 3.21% to Rs 367.80. This is a textbook distribution pattern: massive selling at high prices, using available liquidity to exit. Traders should approach RIDI with caution in the near term until selling pressure subsides.
KBL — Healthy Volume with Rising Price
Kumari Bank (KBL) had the highest share count with 1,560,007 shares traded for Rs 359.04M in turnover. Unlike RIDI, KBL's price moved up 1.44% to Rs 232.00, presenting the healthier volume-price relationship. Rising price on high volume is a bullish accumulation signal — indicating buyers are actively stepping in at current levels.
Other Notable High-Volume Stocks
API Power (API) — Rs 403.86M Turnover, Near-Flat
API Power Company generated Rs 403.86M in turnover with 1,143,587 shares traded, closing at Rs 358.10 (+0.14%). The near-flat close on heavy volume suggests price equilibrium — roughly equal buying and selling pressure.
NRN Infrastructure (NRN) — Rs 378.31M at Rs 1,601.10
NRN Infrastructure and Development generated Rs 378.31M in turnover with 235,050 shares at Rs 1,601.10. At over Rs 1,600 per share, NRN is one of NEPSE's higher-priced stocks, and its heavy turnover reflects institutional-level interest.
SYPNL — Rs 374.49M at Rs 1,899.90
SY Panel Nepal generated Rs 374.49M from 199,289 shares at Rs 1,899.90 per share, making it the highest-priced stock in today's top-5 turnover list.
Reading Volume Signals for Tomorrow
- Bearish signals: RIDI and NHPC — high volume + price decline = distribution
- Bullish signals: KBL — high volume + price gain = accumulation
- Neutral signals: API — high volume + flat price = equilibrium/consolidation
FAQs
Which stock had the most volume on NEPSE March 31, 2026?
KBL had 1.56M shares; RIDI led in turnover value at Rs 484.81M.
Why is high volume important?
High volume confirms price moves — bullish with rising prices, bearish with falling prices.
Why does RIDI always have high volume?
RIDI is one of NEPSE's most liquid stocks with a large float and strong retail investor interest.
What is KBL's stock price today?
KBL (Kumari Bank) closed at Rs 232.00 on March 31, 2026, up 1.44%.
Does high turnover mean a stock is a good buy?
Not necessarily. High turnover with falling price (like RIDI today) is actually a bearish signal.