Kathmandu | The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) rebounded strongly today, gaining 39.13 points (1.51%), closing at 2,621.86. This follows yesterday’s sharp drop of 58.05 points (-2.19%), highlighting the market’s volatility. The index fluctuated significantly over the past three days, with a 26.10% gain the day before yesterday, showing unpredictable movement.
Despite today’s rise, total turnover declined to Rs. 4.10 billion from yesterday’s Rs. 5.05 billion. A total of 317 companies were traded, with 231 gaining and only 12 losing. The total traded shares stood at 9.14 million. The total market capitalization is now Rs. 4.35 trillion, while the float market capitalization stands at Rs. 1.45 trillion.
All major indices, including NEPSE Index, Float Index, Sensitive Index, and Float Sensitive Index, closed higher. Sector indices also showed positive movement:
Best Performers: ‘Others’ sector (+2.09%) led the gains, followed by Life Insurance (+2.06%).
Recovering Sectors: Finance (+1.75%) and Hydropower (+1.70%) rebounded after yesterday’s fall.
Least Growth: Mutual Funds (+0.97%) and Manufacturing & Processing (+0.98%) had the smallest increases.
Best Performers: Mountain Hydro Nepal Limited (MHNL) (+5.85%) and Swet-Ganga Hydropower & Construction Limited (SGHC) (+5.35%).
Biggest Losers: ULBSL (-7.09%) and Narayani Development Bank (-5.04%).
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) led in turnover at Rs. 418.67 million, while Sanima Growth Fund recorded the highest trading volume.
Today’s market rise, despite lower turnover and trading volume, creates uncertainty. The difference between price movement and liquidity suggests investors are cautious. Tomorrow’s session could be a key turning point for NEPSE as traders assess the market’s next direction.
What are your thoughts on today’s market movement? Do you think NEPSE will continue to rise or face another downturn? Share your insights in the comments below!
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