Development Banks Surge with 50% Profit Growth: Garima Leads the Market as Lumbini Records 1028% Growth

Summary

The development banking sector experienced a 49.57% net profit increase, led by Garima Bikas Bank and a remarkable 1028% growth from Lumbini Bikas Bank, while some banks still faced losses.

Key Points
  • The development banking sector's aggregate net profit rose by 49.57%, reaching Rs. 5.81 billion.
  • Garima Bikas Bank led the sector with Rs. 1.04 billion net profit, a 42.91% increase.
  • Lumbini Bikas Bank recorded an extraordinary 1028.26% profit growth.
  • Some banks, including Salapa Bikas Bank, Sindhu Bikas Bank, and Narayani Development Bank, reported net losses.
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