SEBON eyes broader range of financial instruments in Nepal’s capital market
Summary
SEBON has formed a seven-member committee to develop new financial instruments and reduce Nepal’s heavy reliance on equity trading. The roadmap includes corporate, government, municipal, green and infrastructure bonds, as well as ETFs, REITs, InvITs and derivatives.
Key Points
- SEBON has created a seven-member committee to expand and diversify Nepal’s capital market instruments.
- The panel, led by acting executive director Deepa Dahal, includes representatives from Nepal Rastra Bank, NEPSE and the Merchant Bankers’ Association of Nepal.
- The committee will study legal, technical and institutional requirements for instruments including bonds, ETFs, REITs, InvITs and derivatives.
- SEBON’s Capital Market Development Roadmap of Nepal, 2026, also prioritizes phased development of the bond and derivatives markets.
