The Hotels and Tourism Index recorded a marginal gain in today’s trading session, rising by 17.36 points (0.22%) to close at 7,805.45. The sector had previously witnessed a minor decline of 4.20 points in the last trading session, indicating a short-term recovery.
During today’s trading, the benchmark index opened at 7,788.09. It moved within a relatively wide range, touching an intraday high of 7,871.68 and slipping to a low of 7,729.87 before settling at the closing level. The movement reflects cautious investor sentiment, although selective buying helped the index end in positive territory.
NEPSE Index Slightly Declines After Previous Gains
In contrast, the broader Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index ended the day in the red, declining by 1.64 points (0.06%) to close at 2,711.22. This comes after a gain of 8.78 points in the previous trading session, showing a mild correction after the earlier upward movement.
The NEPSE benchmark opened at 2,718.07 and fluctuated throughout the day. It reached an intraday high of 2,724.27, while the lowest point of the session stood at 2,705.55. Despite moderate volatility, the index remained largely range-bound, indicating balanced market pressure between buyers and sellers.
Turnover and Market Activity Remain Strong
Market activity remained healthy, with total turnover reaching Rs. 3.19 Arba. A total of 7,131,557 shares were traded during the session, involving 336 listed companies and executed through 47,841 transactions. The consistent trading volume suggests sustained participation from investors across multiple sectors, even as the overall index showed slight weakness.
Market Capitalization Reflects Stable Market Size
The total market capitalization of the Nepal Stock Exchange stood at Rs. 46.24 Kharba, while the float market capitalization was recorded at Rs. 15.43 Kharba. These figures highlight the continued scale of the stock market despite short-term fluctuations in sector performance.
Overall Market Outlook
Today’s trading session reflected a mixed market trend, with the Hotels and Tourism sector posting gains while the broader NEPSE index experienced a slight decline. The movement indicates sector-specific strength amid overall market consolidation.
Analysts suggest that such fluctuations are typical in a range-bound market where investors remain selective, focusing on short-term opportunities while awaiting clearer market direction in the coming sessions.
