Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – January 21, 2026
Summary
Nepal Stock Exchange index dropped by 9 points with Rs 8.92 billion turnover, while the Finance Ministry allocated Rs 19.21 billion for upcoming parliamentary elections. Nepal Rastra Bank withdrew Rs 20 billion from banks to manage liquidity. Foreign employment increased with over 31,750 Nepalis departing. Public debt reached Rs 2.806 trillion, and gold prices surged by Rs 10,400 per tola.
Key Points
- NEPSE index fell by 9.43 points with a turnover of Rs 8.92 billion, led by sector declines except a minor gain in Others.
- The Finance Ministry released Rs 19.21 billion for the March 5 parliamentary elections, focusing on security and logistics.
- Nepal Rastra Bank withdrew Rs 20 billion from the banking system to manage excess liquidity.
- Over 31,750 Nepali workers departed for foreign employment in one month, with Saudi Arabia as the top destination.
