NIC Asia Capital Expands Its “Idea to IPO” Program, Launches New “One Stop IPO Facilitation Services”
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NEPSE TRADING
NIC Asia Capital has upgraded its merchant banking services by expanding the popular “Idea to IPO” program and officially launching a more comprehensive “One Stop IPO Facilitation Services” designed to support companies from their inception all the way to public listing.
The service targets newly established private companies as well as existing firms planning to issue ordinary shares (IPO) in the near future.
Strong Progress Under the ‘Idea to IPO’ Program
Within a short period, NIC Asia Capital has:
Signed agreements with 34 companies
Converted 20 private limited companies into public companies currently in the IPO pipeline
Successfully completed the IPO issuance process of 6 companies
The capital says the upgraded one-stop service aims to make the entire corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and capital mobilization process more efficient and hassle-free.
Key Features of One Stop IPO Facilitation Services
1. IPO–Readiness Assessment Test (RATE)
This assessment identifies whether a company is capable of issuing an IPO under existing laws and regulatory standards.
RATE evaluates:
Capital structure
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Financial health
Corporate governance
Investor psychology
Legal and regulatory compliance
The assessment includes a detailed GAP Analysis Report, highlighting weaknesses and providing corrective recommendations.
If the company qualifies, the IPO process begins immediately. If not, NIC Asia Capital offers a structured improvement plan.
2. Assistance in Company Registration & Legal Compliance
NIC Asia Capital helps companies prepare necessary documents and coordinate with:
Office of Company Registrar
Nepal Stock Exchange
CDS & Clearing
Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON)
and other regulators to ensure full compliance.
3. Capital Restructuring Support
The service helps companies redesign their capital structure using:
Equity restructuring
Debt instruments
Convertible securities
and other financial tools suited to the company’s goals.
4. Share Valuation & IPO Pricing Method Selection
Based on financial analysis and international valuation models, NIC Asia Capital guides companies in choosing the appropriate IPO method:
Par value
Premium pricing
Book Building
This ensures fair valuation for investors and the company.
5. OTC Listing & Shareholder Record Management
Services include:
Listing the company on OTC markets
Updating shareholder records
Processing share transfers, corrections, and settlements
6. AGM/EGM & Dividend Management Support
NIC Asia Capital also assists with:
Conducting Annual and Special General Meetings
Dividend distribution
Amendments to company charters
Shareholding certification and company updates
Who Can Use This Service?
The “One Stop IPO Facilitation Service” is open to:
Newly formed private companies
Companies preparing for IPO
Existing companies aiming to convert into public companies
NIC Asia Capital believes this enhanced service will significantly ease the IPO journey for companies and strengthen Nepal’s capital market through improved governance, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
