Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – December 02, 2025
Summary
Nepal's stock market sees slight decline; Nepal Rastra Bank eases credit policy to stimulate economy. Remittance inflows surge by 35.4% in fiscal year's first quarter, while floods cause significant agricultural damage. Telecommunications experience increased foreign exchange outflow. Infrastructure projects see progress and contract terminations.
Key Points
- The NEPSE index closed marginally lower at 2644.70 with trading volume shrinking to Rs 4.48 billion.
- Nepal Rastra Bank eased credit policies, doubling overdraft limits and raising microfinance loan caps to boost the economy.
- Remittance inflows surged 35.4% to Rs 553.31 billion in the first quarter of the fiscal year.
- Floods and rainfall caused Rs 6.672 billion in damage to agriculture and livestock, reducing paddy production by 5-7%.
