Nepal’s Stock Market to reopen from Sept 18
Even after the situation stabilized, calls from investors and stakeholders to resume trading grew louder, criticizing the prolonged closure.
KATHMANDU: Nepal’s capital market, which has been suspended for several days due to the recent Gen Z protests, is set to reopen on Thursday, Sept 18.
The Nepal Securities Board (SEBON) had previously directed the halt of trading, leading to widespread disappointment among investors and criticism of both SEBON and the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE).
Even after the situation stabilized, calls from investors and stakeholders to resume trading grew louder, criticizing the prolonged closure.
Responding to these concerns, SEBON issued fresh instructions on Tuesday, directing NEPSE to resume normal secondary market operations.
The decision has sparked renewed optimism among investors.
NEPSE spokesperson Murahari Parajuli confirmed that trading will restart following SEBON’s directive.
Investors, who have been sitting idle due to the market freeze, are expected to actively participate once again, potentially injecting new momentum into the market.
Analysts anticipate a surge in buying and selling activity initially, although the market’s direction will depend on the lingering impact of the Gen Z protests and overall economic indicators.
