Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – December 03, 2025
Summary
Nepal's stock market declines for the fourth day, new monetary policy allows loan restructuring for flood-affected businesses. Kathmandu-Terai Expressway progresses, Japan signs loan for flyover project, and microfinance loan limits increase.
Key Points
- Nepal Stock Exchange index fell to 2,631 points amid mixed company performances and increased transaction amounts.
- Nepal Rastra Bank issued new monetary policy circulars including loan restructuring for flood-affected businesses until mid-March 2026.
- Kathmandu-Terai/Madhesh Expressway progress at 43.66%, with some land acquisition disputes delaying initial sections.
- Nepal and Japan signed a Rs 31.76 billion concessional loan agreement for Kotweshwor Chowk Improvement Project with underpasses and flyovers.
- Nepal Rastra Bank raised microfinance loan limit to Rs 1.5 million for low-income individuals, lowering interest rates on credit facilities.
