NEPSE Rises for Third Day: Index Climbs to 2,655 Despite Lower Turnover
NEPSE Stock Market Climbs
25th November 2025, Kathmandu
The NEPSE Stock Market index continued its upward trajectory, closing at 2,655.99 points on Tuesday.
NEPSE Stock Market Climbs
This rise marks the third consecutive day of gains for the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE). The benchmark index added 5.32 points, signaling continued positive investor sentiment in the broader stock market.
Despite this positive movement in the index, overall market activity saw a decline in transaction volume, a factor investors should consider.
Mixed Market Activity Despite Index Gain
While the index registered a notable gain, the overall market activity, measured by turnover, saw a reduction compared to the previous trading session. Tuesday’s total transaction amount was recorded at Rs 5.82 billion. This figure is lower than the Rs 7.03 billion recorded just the day before.
The lower turnover suggests that while some key stocks drove the index up, there was a general slowdown in the total volume of shares being traded. This reduced market depth indicates mild caution among some investors, even as the index moves higher.
Share Price Movement and Investor Sentiment
The market saw a relatively balanced distribution of winners and losers during the day’s trade. A total of 122 listed companies successfully saw their share prices increase.
Conversely, 125 companies experienced a decline in their share values. Only 10 companies managed to maintain their previous day’s closing price, remaining unchanged.
Throughout the trading session, the NEPSE index exhibited mild fluctuations. However, the market ultimately displayed resilience, closing in the positive territory.
This outcome reflects a general bullish trend being maintained by key market players, successfully overcoming day-to-day volatility.
Sector-Wise Performance: Tourism Leads Gains
A closer look at the market reveals a mixed bag of performance across various economic sectors. Several key subgroups posted respectable gains, with the Hotels and Tourism sector leading the charge. This subgroup posted the highest growth, surging by 1.4 percent.
Other sectors that contributed to the index’s rise include:
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Manufacturing and Processing: Increased by 1.30 percent.
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Non-Life Insurance: Advanced by 0.65 percent.
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Others: Saw a rise of 0.49 percent.
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Investment: Gained 0.23 percent.
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Banking: Posted a modest increase of 0.19 percent.
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Hydropower: Also rose by 0.19 percent.
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Microfinance: Increased by 0.04 percent.
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Finance: Posted a minimal gain of 0.02 percent.
Subgroups That Saw Declines
While the market closed positive, not all sectors participated in the rally. Three subgroups faced downward pressure and ended the trading day in the red. These declines indicate that profit-taking or specific sector-related concerns affected these areas.
The subgroups that recorded losses were:
- Trading: Experienced the sharpest fall, declining by 1.33 percent.
- Life Insurance: Decreased by 0.30 percent.
- Development Banks: Fell by 0.24 percent.
What’s Next for the Nepal Stock Exchange?
The continuous rise for the third straight day suggests strong momentum is currently driving the stock market. The index successfully closed above the key 2,650-point level, a potentially significant psychological and technical milestone for analysts.
However, the accompanying decline in turnover is a critical detail. Market observers often view lower volume alongside a rising index as a sign that the rally may lack broad participation, possibly making it vulnerable to future corrections. Investors must actively monitor the volume in the coming days.
A rise in turnover, coupled with continued index growth, would solidify the current upward trend and signal a more sustainable rally. For now, the overall trend remains positive, with market participants eagerly awaiting the next day’s session to see if the bullish momentum can be maintained and if transaction volume will recover.
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