NEPSE drops sharply after three-day closure, trading volume increases

Summary

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) reopened after three days, closing with a significant drop in the market index despite an increase in trading volume and turnover.

Key Points
  • NEPSE index fell by 27.90 points to 2,822.46 after reopening.
  • The Sensitive Index, Float Index, and Sensitive Float Index all dropped.
  • Trading volume increased with shares worth Rs 1,021 crore traded in 98,525 transactions.
  • 220 companies saw price decreases, with only 30 recording gains; Shivam Cements led in trading value.
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