Monetary policy cautiously flexible: NRB

Summary

Nepal Rastra Bank maintains cautious flexibility in its first quarterly monetary policy review of fiscal year 2082/83, anticipating gradual economic improvement amid government efforts and increased hydropower production.

Key Points
  • Nepal Rastra Bank conducted the first quarterly review of fiscal year 2082/83 with cautious flexibility in monetary policy.
  • Government policy initiatives and NRB monetary facilitation are expected to gradually improve the national economy.
  • Nepal received a BB minus Sovereign Credit Rating by Fitch Rating this year.
  • Hydropower production increased with 309 MW linked to the national transmission line in the past three months.
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