The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a modest gain in today’s trading session, rising by 11.66 points, equivalent to a 0.42% increase, closing at 2,755.40. This marks a slight improvement compared to the previous session, where the index gained 3.14 points. The trading day began with the NEPSE index opening at 2,724.09 and experiencing fluctuations throughout the session. At its highest point, the index touched 2,768.90, while at its lowest, it dropped to 2,690.42. Despite these movements, the overall trend remained positive, contributing to a stable market performance.
Investor activity remained robust, with a total turnover of Rs. 11.54 Arba recorded for the day. This turnover was generated through the exchange of 21,206,005 shares, traded across 328 listed companies. The market witnessed a total of 108,913 transactions, highlighting strong participation from both institutional and retail investors. Such trading volumes reflect the market’s continued momentum, with various sectors contributing to overall market movement.
Meanwhile, the Hotels and Tourism Index, a key sector within the stock market, recorded a minor setback despite an overall positive market trend. The index declined by 34.60 points, or approximately 0.50%, settling at 6,770.33 by the end of the session. This comes after a previous session loss of 21.50 points, indicating a slight downward movement in tourism-related stocks. The index opened the trading day at 6,804.94 and fluctuated between a high of 6,818.72 and a low of 6,663.63 before settling lower.
The decline in the Hotels and Tourism Index contrasts with the broader market’s modest gain, suggesting a sector-specific adjustment. Despite this drop, the sector continues to attract significant trading activity. The total turnover for the day, including all sectors, remained at Rs. 11.54 Arba, with 21,206,005 shares exchanged across 328 companies through 108,913 transactions. These figures indicate that investors remain engaged in the market, actively buying and selling shares despite sectoral fluctuations.
The stock market’s performance today reflects an ongoing balancing act between gains in some sectors and minor losses in others. While NEPSE as a whole maintained upward momentum, individual sectoral indices, such as Hotels and Tourism, faced slight corrections. Market experts attribute this movement to investor sentiment, external market factors, and broader economic conditions that influence different industries differently.
Overall, NEPSE’s marginal gain and high turnover signal continued investor confidence. As the market navigates fluctuations, traders remain watchful of sectoral trends, including tourism-related stocks, which may experience future rebounds or adjustments based on economic indicators and external influences. With consistent market participation and significant trading activity, NEPSE continues to show resilience, adapting to the dynamic financial landscape.
