Kathmandu | The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) showed a positive trend today, closing at 2,663.30, up by 41.43 points (1.58%). Yesterday, the market had already gained 39.13 points, continuing the upward momentum after a decline the day before. This indicates a healthy recovery and positive sentiment among investors.

Market Activity: Market activity was robust, with 309 stocks traded and a total of 55,442 transactions. A total of 9,772,196 shares were exchanged, and the market capitalization reached NPR 4,422,459,155,262.08, showing growth in the value of listed companies.

Sector Performance:

• Trading Sector: The Trading sector led the market today, increasing by 6.09%.

• Investment Sector: The Investment sector followed with a gain of 2.20%.

• Mutual Fund Sector: The Mutual Fund sector had the smallest increase, rising by 0.37%.

Top Performers:

• Biggest Gainer: GLBSL Gurans Laghuitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited saw a 10% increase.

• Runner-Up: SHLB Shrijanasil Laghuitta Bittiya Sanstha gained 9.96%.

• Biggest Loser: Kumari Safal Yojana was the biggest loser, dropping by 1.82 %.

Top Turnover: Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) maintained the highest turnover, with strong market presence, followed by NRIC and NRN.

Conclusion: With a strong performance today and gains across most sectors, the market showed positive momentum after yesterday’s gain of 39.13 points. The increase in turnover and market capitalization signals a positive outlook. However, investors will be watching closely in the coming days to determine if this upward trend can continue.