Banking News
ADB Forecasts Nepal’s Economic Growth to Slow to 3.9% in 2026
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected Nepal’s economy to grow by 3.9% in 2026, citing broader regional and global economic challenges, a figure well below the government's growth target.
a month ago
Kumari Bank Provides Smart TVs to Six Schools in Bajura to Promote Digital Education
As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Kumari Bank has donated smart televisions to six community secondary schools in Bajura’s remote Gaumul Rural Municipality to strengthen digital learning and improve access to quality education.
a month ago
Kumari Bank Partners with German Institution to Advance Sustainable Banking
Kumari Bank has signed a strategic agreement with Germany's DSIK to strengthen green banking practices and promote sustainable finance in Nepal.
a month ago
Prime Commercial Bank’s Rs 3 Billion Debenture Issue Closes Today
Investors have until today to apply for Prime Commercial Bank’s 10-year debenture offering a 6.25% annual interest rate, with a total issue size of Rs 3 billion.
a month ago
Rastriya Banijya Bank Launches Online Loan Application Portal
The state-owned bank has introduced a digital loan application system to simplify borrowing and improve transparency under the government's governance reform agenda.
a month ago
Nepal Rastra Bank to Issue Rs 20 Billion One-Year Debenture to Absorb Excess Liquidity
The central bank will auction a Rs 20 billion one-year debenture on Monday as part of its liquidity management measures.
a month ago
Nepal SBI Bank Wins Four Asian Banking & Finance Awards for 2026
Nepal SBI Bank has been honored with four prestigious awards by Asian Banking & Finance, recognizing its excellence in liquidity management, trade finance, retail banking, and SME banking.
a month ago
Sanima Bank, Standard Chartered Launch Nepal's First Real-Time API-Based INR Payment Solution
Sanima Bank and Standard Chartered Bank have introduced Nepal's first real-time API-based payment solution for outward Indian Rupee (INR) transactions, aiming to make cross-border payments faster, more secure, and fully automated.
a month ago
PCBL Extends Application Period for Rs. 3 Billion Debenture Issue
Prime Commercial Bank has extended the subscription period for its Rs. 3 billion, 10-year debenture issue carrying a 6.25% annual interest rate until Asar 30.
2 months ago
NRB Issues Another Rs. 25 Billion Bond to Absorb Excess Liquidity
The Nepal Rastra Bank has announced a one-year bond worth Rs. 25 billion, taking its total bond issuance to Rs. 105 billion in three consecutive offerings to manage excess liquidity in the banking system.
2 months ago
Garima Bikas Bank Wins ICAN Silver Award for Best Annual Report
Recognized for transparency and corporate governance, the bank earns another national accolade for its FY 2081/82 annual report.
2 months ago
SEBON Approves Laxmi Sunrise Bank's 7% Debenture Worth Rs 3 Arba
The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has granted official approval to Laxmi Sunrise Bank Limited for the issuance of its "10 yrs, 7% Laxmi Sunrise Debenture 2092." The massive bond issue, worth Rs 3 Arba, will offer investors an annual yield of 7% over a 10-year maturity period, with Machapuchhre Capital Limited managing the public and private allocations.
2 months ago