Emerging Nepal Financial Performance and 10th AGM Review 2082/83
30th January 2026, Kathmandu
Emerging Nepal Limited (ENL) has recently concluded a significant phase of its corporate calendar with the announcement and distribution of dividends for the fiscal year 2081 2082 and the publication of its first quarter results for the fiscal year 2082/83.
Emerging Nepal Financial Performance
Operating as a public private partnership investment company, ENL remains focused on identifying and nurturing high growth sectors within the Nepalese economy, including infrastructure, energy, and tourism.
10th Annual General Meeting and Dividend Distribution
The 104th board of directors’ meeting held on Mangsir 28, 2082, proposed a cash dividend for shareholders from the profits of the fiscal year 2081/82. This proposal was subsequently ratified during the company’s 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Poush 28, 2082 (January 12, 2026), at the Kathmandu Banquet in Naya Baneshwor.
Dividend Rate: The company distributed a 5.26315 percent cash dividend, including applicable taxes.
Total Paid up Capital: The dividend was calculated based on the current paid up capital of 555.6 million rupees.
Distribution Method: Following the AGM’s approval, the bank began the direct electronic transfer of dividend amounts to the bank accounts of eligible shareholders on Magh 16, 2082 (January 30, 2026).
Book Closure: The book closure date for the purpose of this dividend was Poush 17, 2082.
First Quarter Financial Performance 2082/83
The interim financial statements for the first quarter ending in Ashwin 2082 present a period of pressure on the company’s bottom line. Emerging Nepal Limited reported a net loss of 1.89 million rupees for the first three months of the fiscal year. This is a decline from the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year, where the company had earned a net profit of 0.67 million rupees.
Operating Loss: The loss before tax was also recorded at 1.89 million rupees, driven by administrative expenses of 0.75 million rupees and depreciation of 0.39 million rupees.
Earnings Per Share (EPS): The annualized basic earnings per share stood at a negative 1.36 rupees.
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Net Worth: Despite the quarterly loss, the net worth per share remains stable at 108.52 rupees.
Investment Portfolio and Assets
ENL maintains a strategic investment portfolio with significant holdings in its subsidiaries and other infrastructure projects. The total assets of the company were valued at 611.04 million rupees at the end of Ashwin 2082.
Subsidiary Holdings: The company holds a 71.90 percent stake in Emerging Venture Limited and a 92.72 percent stake in Hotel Alice the Wonder Inn Limited.
Infrastructure Exposure: One of the hydropower projects promoted by the company’s investee entities is currently operational, while another remains under construction.
Current Assets: Cash and bank equivalents stood at 20.42 million rupees, providing sufficient liquidity for ongoing management activities.
Market Position and Shareholder Indicators
On the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), Emerging Nepal Limited (ENL) is classified under the Investment sector. As of late January 2026, the company’s shares were trading around the 950 rupee mark, with a 52 week range of 866.00 to 1,452.00 rupees.
Market Capitalization: The total market capitalization of ENL is approximately 5.28 billion rupees.
Price to Book Value (PBV): The company’s PBV ratio stands at 8.75, reflecting high investor expectations for the company’s future investment exits and revenue from its subsidiaries.
Share Registrar: NIC Asia Capital Limited serves as the share registrar for the company.
Management Outlook
The management is actively exploring new investment opportunities under public private partnership models and studying diverse sectors for potential capital deployment. While the first quarter loss reflects the initial timing of administrative costs and lower non operating income, the company’s healthy reserves and the performance of its subsidiaries like Hotel Alice are expected to contribute more significantly to the consolidated annual earnings.
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