Non-performing loans of commercial banks: How AI can revolutionise their management Non-performing loans (NPL) have been a major and increasing issue in the Nepalese banking sector, primarily among commercial banks, which has led them to adopt technological solutions. Opinion 11 Mar, 2025
Badly-needed economic reforms: Some suggestions The CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. Opinion 30 Nov, 2024
Nepal's economy expected to maintain growth momentum: World Bank Nepal's economic growth is projected to accelerate to 5.1 percent in FY 25 from 3.9 percent in FY 24, driven by anticipated high tourist arrivals, along with increased hydropower and paddy production, according to the World Bank’s latest economic update, Nepal Development Update: International Migration and Well-being in Nepal, released today. Kathmandu 02 Oct, 2024
Governor Adhikari says nation's economy is improving The two-day conference features the participation of 60 experts from Nepal, China, the UK, Norway, Spain, and other countries, with 10 working papers set to be presented and discussed. Nepal 12 Sep, 2024
Vaikalpik Arthatantra by Hari Roka Launched in Kathmandu Hari Roka, an economist, released his new book 'Vaikalpik Arthashastra' on Saturday. Lifestyle 08 Sep, 2024
'SEBON committed to protecting interest of investors' The Executive Director of the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), Nabaraj Adhikari, has said that the stock market has a crucial role in supporting the country's economic growth and added that the SEBON was committed to protecting the interest of the investors. Business 02 Aug, 2024
NEPSE surges 113 points with two circuit breaks; Banking sector gains 9.89% The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) closed with a significant gain of 113.42 points, or 4.41%, today, reflecting turbulent yet positive investor sentiment. Business 28 Jul, 2024
NEPSE stabilizes after two circuit breaks The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) market has stabilized following the 40-minute halt after the second positive circuit break. Business 28 Jul, 2024
NEPSE experiences second circuit break following 5% surge The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index experienced a second circuit break following a total of 5% surge from the previous day, resulting in a 40-minute halt in the trading floor. Business 28 Jul, 2024
Navigating Nepal's monetary policy: Political crosscurrents and economic stability As Nepal enters a new fiscal year, the landscape of its economic policy takes centre stage amidst a backdrop of political contention and economic imperatives. Opinion 26 Jul, 2024
Improved economy, government's mission: PM Oli Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has reiterated the incumbent government's mission to improve the national economy by addressing public despair. Business 19 Jul, 2024
Monetary policy should be flexible for a vibrant economy: PM Oli Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has asserted that the new government was formed to resolve problems surfaced in the country and to make some changes. Nepal 19 Jul, 2024
