Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – August 8, 2025
Summary
NEPSE index dropped by 151 points after a four-year high; Nepal Rastra Bank raised payment limits and banned LC for vehicles not meeting Euro 6 standards; private sector powers 80% of Nepal's electricity output with ongoing hydropower projects.
Key Points
- NEPSE index declined by 151.7 points from its recent four-year high, with trading volumes dropping significantly.
- Nepal Rastra Bank increased payment limits for service imports from third countries to USD 8,000 and banned LC opening for four-wheel vehicles not meeting Euro 6 emission standards.
- In fiscal year 2024/25, machinery and electrical equipment imports rose by 7% and 4% respectively, while telecommunications equipment imports reached Rs 43.08 billion.
- Private sector investments now generate about 80% of Nepal's total hydropower capacity, including the 341.5 MW Budhigandaki Hydropower Plant underway.
