Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – January 29, 2026
Summary
Nepal's NEPSE index fell 17.53 points amid varied sector performance. No bids were received for 100 MW power import from India. Commercial banks posted Rs 30.52 billion profit despite rising NPLs. New life insurance business grew by 36.6%. The government will revise hotel standards for green hospitality.
Key Points
- NEPSE index closed at 2,714.05, down 17.53 points on final trading day, with mixed sector performance.
- No bids were received for Nepal Electricity Authority's 100 MW power import tender from India for the dry season.
- Commercial banks’ net profit rose 12 percent to Rs 30.52 billion despite a rise in non-performing loans.
- New life insurance business grew by 36.60 percent in first half of fiscal year 2025/26, led by Nepal Life Insurance.
- The Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation plans to revise hotel star-rating standards emphasizing quality and sustainability under a new Green Hospitality policy.
