NEPSE falls by 38 points as Development Bank sector leads decline

Summary

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell by 38.10 points to close at 2,781 points, driven by a sharp decline in the Development Bank sector despite strong market activity.

Key Points
  • NEPSE index dropped by 38.10 points (1.35%) to close at 2,781 points.
  • The Development Bank sector led the decline with a sharp 2.38% loss.
  • Market activity remained strong with daily turnover rising to Rs 8 billion.
  • Bikash Hydropower Company Limited was the only stock to hit the 10% upper circuit limit for the second consecutive day.
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