Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – December 17, 2025
Summary
The Nepal Stock Exchange index rose, government signed a USD 100 million loan with ADB for public finance reform, and stakeholders urge policy changes to boost foreign investment in Nepal.
Key Points
- NEPSE index increased by 5.70 points to close at 2,625.70, with a turnover of Rs 4.5 billion.
- Nepal government and Asian Development Bank signed a $100 million concessional loan for public financial management reforms.
- The government removed postal stamp requirements for authenticating documents to simplify service delivery.
- Stakeholders demand procedural reforms to increase Foreign Direct Investment, highlighting India as the top investor.
