Banking Sector's Rally Short-Lived, Stock Market Drops 32 Points

Kathmandu – The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell 35 points to close at 2,725 on Monday, marking a second straight day of decline. The market saw Rs 8.17 billion in trading volume.

What Happened?

• Banking stocks crashed (-2.35%), dragging down the entire market

• 98 companies rose but 150 declined

• No stocks hit circuit breakers (price limits) despite volatility

Key Details:

✔ Biggest Losers: Banks, finance companies, and microfinance stocks
✔ Top Traded Stocks:

• NRB Infrastructure (Rs 40.88 crore)

• Butwal Power (Rs 39.45 crore)

• Kumari Bank (most transactions)

Why It Matters:

The drop comes after a short-lived banking sector rally on Sunday, suggesting investors quickly took profits. Experts warn the market may remain unstable as it digests recent monetary policy changes.

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