NMB Bank Q3 Report: 13% Profit Growth and Key Indicators 2026
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28th April 2026, Kathmandu
NMB Bank Limited has released its third-quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2082/83, revealing a resilient performance in core banking operations alongside some emerging challenges in asset quality.
NMB Bank Q3 Report
According to the report published in April 2026, the bank achieved a net profit of NPR 2.68 billion, marking a steady 13.25 percent increase from the NPR 2.37 billion recorded in the same period last year. This growth is largely supported by a strong rise in net interest income and overall operating efficiency as the bank moves through the Baisakh 2083 period.
Steady Growth in Net Profit and Core Income
The bank’s financial health in 2026 remains anchored by its ability to generate consistent revenue from its lending and operational activities.
Net Interest Income: Recorded a robust increase of 13.68 percent, reaching NPR 7.37 billion.
Total Operating Income: Grew by 17.09 percent to total NPR 10.12 billion.
Operating Profit: Improved significantly by 19.94 percent, settling at NPR 4.27 billion, which reflects the bank’s success in managing its operational costs relative to its income growth.
Mixed Performance in Shareholder and Risk Indicators
While the top-line profit grew, NMB Bank faced pressure in other areas that impact shareholder returns and risk profiles.
Earnings Per Share (EPS): Showed a positive trend, increasing from NPR 16.41 to NPR 17.95.
Distributable Profit: In contrast to the net profit, the distributable profit saw a decline, dropping from NPR 1.31 billion to NPR 928.9 million. This suggests that a larger portion of earnings may be tied up in regulatory requirements or provisions.
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Non-Performing Loans (NPL): The NPL ratio rose from 4.47 percent to 4.95 percent. This increase in bad loans is a point of concern for the coming quarters, especially when compared to peers like Nabil Bank, which managed to lower its NPL to 3.37 percent during the same period.
Capital Strength and Competitive Base Rate
NMB Bank Limited maintains a solid financial foundation, characterized by a competitive base rate that positions it well for retail and corporate lending.
Paid-up Capital: NPR 22.28 billion.
Reserve Fund: NPR 13.68 billion.
Net Worth Per Share: Currently stands at NPR 175.18.
Base Rate: Reported at 5.27 percent, which is highly competitive and slightly lower than the 5.35 percent base rate recently reported by Kumari Bank.
Total Assets: The bank’s balance sheet continues to expand, with total assets now surpassing NPR 375.40 billion.
Strategic Lifestyle Integration
NMB Bank continues to bridge the gap between traditional banking and lifestyle benefits through its Digital LifeCard program. In 2026, this initiative provides cardholders with exclusive discounts, such as the 15 percent off skin and hair treatments at Let Me In Korean Aesthetic. By integrating these high-value perks, NMB Bank aims to increase customer loyalty and transaction volume, which may help offset the pressure seen in its distributable profit.
Conclusion
NMB Bank’s Q3 results for 2026 reflect a bank that is growing its core earnings effectively but must now turn its attention to rising non-performing loans. The 13.25 percent rise in net profit and a strong base rate of 5.27 percent are positive signs for future lending growth. However, the decline in distributable profit indicates that shareholders might need to temper their immediate dividend expectations. As the bank enters the final quarter of the 2082/83 fiscal year, its focus on asset quality will be the deciding factor in its annual performance.
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