More than half of Nepal’s microenterprises remain unregistered as owners struggle with low incomes, limited job opportunities and weak incentives to formalise, says a new World Bank report.

Controlled testing framework will allow banks, fintechs and payment companies to trial new products before commercial launch

Shipments to China fell over 41 percent in the first 10 months of the fiscal year, largely due to a steep decline in carpet exports amid rising costs, labour shortages and growing competition from machine-made products.

New mechanism promises quicker registration, simplified compliance, easier loan access and faster closure of failed ventures, but entrepreneurs remain sceptical about implementation.

All tea factories in Ilam and Jhapa suspend production as exporters warn of mounting losses, stranded consignments and a deepening crisis in Nepal’s key export industry.

Business leaders and policymakers call for deeper institutional reforms, policy stability and full implementation of past recommendations to unlock Nepal’s economic potential.

Consumers say official inflation figures fail to reflect the sharp rise in daily expenses.

Retail sugar prices have climbed by Rs15 per kg since India halted exports, but officials and industry representatives insist domestic supplies are sufficient to meet demand through Dashain.

Nearly 1,500 startups have received subsidised government loans over the past three fiscal years, but entrepreneurs say weak policies, poor targeting and lack of long-term support have left little visible impact.

Global ride-hailing giant launches in Nepal as its 10th Asia-Pacific market, testing subscription and commission models while planning future services in food delivery, courier and intercity travel.

Indian buyers halt purchases as India Tea Board resumes mandatory sampling and laboratory approval of Nepali tea; exporters fear renewed losses despite recent easing of restrictions.

The timing of the 2026 tournament has presented a unique challenge. Many restaurateurs in Kathmandu say they are up for it, even if business prospects remain uncertain.

Other tax reforms include higher excise on sin goods, digital VAT incentives, and major relief measures for businesses and middle-class taxpayers.

New study warns extreme heat is worsening health risks, wage losses and food insecurity for migrant and informal workers in Nepal’s capital.

Rising cost of rice, edible oil and transport squeezes households as stagnant incomes and global shocks fuel stagflation fears.