FDI commitments plunge 66% to Rs. 11.12 billion in two months
Summary
Nepal’s foreign direct investment commitments fell 66 percent to Rs. 11.12 billion in the first two months of fiscal year 2026/27. The Department of Industry said most projects were in information and communication technology, while tourism attracted the highest investment value.
Key Points
- Foreign direct investment commitments in Nepal fell to Rs. 11.12 billion across 328 projects in the first two months of fiscal year 2026/27.
- This is a drop of Rs. 21.97 billion, or 66 percent, from the same period last fiscal year.
- Information and communication technology led in project numbers with 212 registrations, while tourism drew the highest value at Rs. 3.74 billion.
- The approved industries are expected to create jobs for 3,447 people.
