As the government prepares next fiscal year’s policy agenda and budget, economists and business leaders say restoring investor confidence will be critical to reviving private sector investment and easing dependence on public borrowing.

The bilateral agreement was supposed to make cross-border digital payments seamless. For Nepalis, it remains a promise on paper.

Analysts say selling pressure is easing as investors await budget announcement and search for entry opportunities.

Draft sent to WTO for notification; rules set composition, safety and labelling as consumption rises.

Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.

Importers can now clear goods after submitting written self-declarations stating they will affix labels with MRP, brand and expiry details before market distribution.

Nepal has issued 492 Everest permits and collected record royalty revenue, but delayed route fixing and a narrow weather window raise fears of overcrowding and safety risks on the world’s tallest peak.

This has left several projects, particularly in the hydropower sector, unable to meet financial commitments.

Fee hike drives historic earnings. The season is marked by icefall danger, drone controversy and high-profile summit bids.

FNCCI’s 60th general assembly finalises most office-bearers for three-year term. Vote count still continues in some categories.