The Hotels and Tourism Index recorded a modest gain in Thursday’s trading session, rising by 21.52 points or 0.27 percent to close at 7,796.08. The sectoral index recovered after suffering a decline of 22.94 points in the previous trading session, signaling renewed investor interest in tourism and hospitality-related stocks.
During the day’s trading, the index opened at 7,744.24 and climbed to an intraday high of 7,811.70 before closing slightly lower. The day’s lowest point stood at 7,737.59. Market analysts noted that the tourism sector continues to attract attention amid expectations of improving travel activities, rising tourist arrivals, and growing momentum in Nepal’s hospitality industry.
NEPSE Ends Almost Unchanged
Meanwhile, the broader Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index closed nearly flat, slipping marginally by 1.77 points or 0.06 percent to settle at 2,731.94. The benchmark index had declined by 10.07 points in the previous trading session. Despite minor fluctuations throughout the day, the market managed to maintain relative stability. NEPSE opened at 2,726.98 and reached an intraday high of 2,744.05 during trading hours. However, market pressure later pulled the index slightly downward before closing.
Trading Turnover Crosses Rs 3 Arba
Investor participation remained active in the market, with total daily turnover reaching Rs 3.09 Arba. According to NEPSE data, a total of 7,934,444 shares of 338 listed companies were traded through 43,674 transactions during the session. The figures indicate continued investor engagement despite the broader market’s limited movement.
Market Capitalization Stands at Rs 46.59 Kharba
Following the day’s trading, the total market capitalization of the Nepal Stock Exchange stood at Rs 46.59 Kharba, while the float market capitalization reached Rs 15.55 Kharba. Market observers say investors are currently monitoring corporate earnings, monetary policy expectations, and sectoral performance trends as the market continues to search for stronger momentum.
Tourism Stocks Continue Drawing Attention
The positive performance of the Hotels and Tourism Index comes at a time when Nepal’s tourism industry is witnessing gradual recovery and expansion. Improved international arrivals, growing hotel investments, increased mountaineering activities, and expectations surrounding upcoming tourism seasons have contributed to investor optimism in tourism-related companies. Analysts believe tourism and hospitality stocks may continue to remain in focus if the sector maintains its current recovery trajectory in the coming months.
