Navigating the ‘Road to IPO’ in Nepal: Key Insights from a Landmark Workshop

1st September 2025, Kathmandu

For many corporate organizations, an Initial Public Offering (IPO) represents a significant milestone—a pivotal step toward greater capital formation, long-term growth, and public recognition.

Road to IPO Nepal

To demystify this complex process for Nepalese businesses, NIMB Ace Capital Limited, in collaboration with Pioneer Law Associates and ICRA Nepal Limited, successfully hosted a comprehensive workshop titled “Road to IPO: From Conversion to Listing” in Kathmandu on August 29, 2025.

Strategic Guidance for a Public Listing

The workshop was a collaborative effort, bringing together leading experts to provide a holistic view of the IPO journey. It was designed to offer corporate leaders the strategic guidance needed to navigate the transition from a private to a public company.

The event commenced with a welcome address from Mr. Shivanth Bahadur Pande, CEO of NIMB Ace Capital Limited. He highlighted the transformative power of an IPO, not only in securing capital but also in fostering a company’s long-term vision and contributing to the nation’s economic development.

Expert-Led Sessions on Legal and Financial Aspects

The program featured in-depth sessions led by distinguished speakers, each a specialist in a critical area of the IPO process:

Legal Framework: Mr. Anup Raj Upreti, Managing Partner of Pioneer Law Associates, shed light on the essential legal considerations and the current legal framework governing IPOs in Nepal. His insights were crucial for understanding the compliance and regulatory requirements every company must meet.

Corporate Finance & Strategy: Mr. Sachindra Dhungana, DCEO of NIMB Ace Capital Limited, covered the core financial and strategic aspects. He provided valuable information on corporate governance, optimal IPO timing, different methods of public offering, capital structuring, and the complex process of pricing and timeline management.

Financial and Investor Perception: Mr. Rajib Maharjan, Head of the Rating Division at ICRA Nepal, emphasized the vital role of financial health in the IPO journey. He explained how a company’s financials directly influence its credit ratings, which in turn significantly shape investor perception and confidence.

A Commitment to Financial Literacy in Nepal

This initiative underscores a strong commitment from NIMB Ace Capital, Pioneer Law Associates, and ICRA Nepal to empower businesses. By promoting financial literacy and strengthening corporate governance, they are actively helping to build a more robust and transparent financial ecosystem. The workshop provided a detailed exploration of all the key components involved in taking a company public, from initial conversion to final listing on the stock exchange.

The event reaffirmed the organizers’ dedication to supporting Nepalese businesses on their path toward a successful public listing, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

For more: Road to IPO Nepal