NEPSE Dips Slightly by 8.57 Points Amid Volatile Trading Session
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) closed lower on Sunday, slipping by 8.57 points or 0.31% to settle at 2,679.98. The modest decline follows a 19.04-point gain in the previous session, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid active trading.
The benchmark index opened the session at 2,693.04 and saw a high of 2,703.78 during the day. However, selling pressure drove it to an intraday low of 2,665.48 before it settled near the midrange. Despite the decline, market activity remained vibrant with turnover reaching Rs. 7.60 Arba. A total of 18,505,771 shares changed hands across 314 listed companies through 70,610 transactions.
Market capitalization stood at Rs. 44.59 Kharba, while the float market capitalization was recorded at Rs. 15.03 Kharba, highlighting the scale of investor engagement in the market.
Top Performers and Laggards
Radhi Bidyut Company Ltd (RADHI) emerged as the most actively traded stock by turnover, recording transactions worth Rs. 71.49 Crores. The stock closed at Rs. 790.20, underscoring sustained investor interest in the hydropower sector.
On the gainers\\\