Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – April 24, 2026
Summary
Nepal Rastra Bank withdraws Rs 120 billion to manage liquidity; Nepal Stock Exchange ends week with slight gains; Nepal Oil Corporation resumes full LPG cylinder sales temporarily; government ensures sufficient fertilizer supply for summer planting; private sector calls for investment-friendly environment.
Key Points
- Nepal Rastra Bank mopped up Rs 120 billion from the banking system to manage excess liquidity using a 19-day deposit collection tool.
- Nepal Stock Exchange closed marginally higher, ending a four-day losing streak with turnover of Rs 5.27 billion.
- Nepal Oil Corporation will allow full LPG cylinder sales for 15-20 days to clear excess stock caused by reduced imports.
- NRB plans to expand deprived sector lending to include startups and collateral-free loans up to Rs 2.5 million to boost financial inclusion.
- Minister of Agriculture Gita Chaudhary assured adequate chemical fertilizer supply for the upcoming summer rice planting season.
