KATHMANDU, JANUARY 10
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) experienced a single-digit gain of 9.50 points on Wednesday, equivalent to 0.45%, concluding the day at 2,089.62.
This surge in the NEPSE index was reflected in the performance evaluations of class 'A' stocks. The sensitive index experienced a commendable rise of 0.88%, while the float index, evaluating actively traded shares, posted a gain of 0.40%.
However, the market presented a mixed picture, with seven sub-indices reporting losses and six sub-indices recording gains. Among the sectors, the Hotels and Tourism index took a dip with a decline of 0.84%, while the Others index emerged as the top gainer, boasting a significant rise of 2.21%. The banking sub-index and Manufacturing and Processing index followed closely with gains of 1.12% each.
During the day, the intra-day turnover reached Rs 5.134 billion, involving 13,477,946 units of shares from 301 companies traded in 92,602 transactions.
In terms of share values, 118 companies experienced an uptick, 118 saw a decline, and 11 remained unchanged. Notably, Manakamana Smart Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (MKLB) and Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) triggered a positive circuit break of 10%.
Sonapur Minerals and Oil Limited (SONA) maintained its dominance in today's market, leading in turnover, volume, and transactions. The company traded 634,593 units of shares, amounting to Rs 327,891,613.30, across 7,640 transactions.
The total market capitalization stood at Rs 3.282 trillion.
