Kathmandu, April 2026 — The total value of life insurance policy surrenders has exceeded NPR 10 billion by the end of the third quarter of the current fiscal year. According to the latest “Insurance Snapshot” published by the Nepal...

Kathmandu – Commercial banks have reported an improvement in earnings per share (EPS), according to third-quarter financial reports for the current fiscal year 2025/26 (up to mid-April). The average EPS of banks stood at NPR 17.01 during the period,...

Kathmandu – Himalayan Laghubitta Financial Institution has released its financial results for the third quarter of the current fiscal year, covering the period up to mid-April. The company reported a net profit of NPR 81 million for the period,...

Kathmandu — National-level development banks have collectively earned over Rs. 5.5 billion in profit within nine months. The eight operating national-level development banks earned a total profit of Rs. 5.50 billion in the third quarter of the current fiscal...

Kathmandu — Commercial banks posted a combined profit of over Rs 49 billion by the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2025/26. The 20 operating commercial banks earned a total of Rs 49.21 billion in profit during...

Kathmandu — Net interest income of commercial banks climbed to Rs 142 billion by the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2025/26. The 20 operating commercial banks collectively earned Rs 142.68 billion in net interest income during...

Kathmandu — By the end of the third quarter of fiscal year 2025/26, non-performing loans (NPL) of commercial banks have crossed 5%. According to data published by banks up to mid-April 2026, bad loans have risen to 5.25%. Compared...

Kathmandu — The Ministry of Finance has acknowledged that regulation of the insurance sector is weak. Through its current economic report, the ministry has pointed out that comprehensive reforms are necessary due to the lax regulation of the insurance...

Kathmandu — The Nepal Insurance Authority has instructed insurance companies to implement an e-billing system. The directive aims to strengthen financial discipline in the insurance sector, enhance transparency in transactions, ensure tax compliance, and make service delivery more technology-friendly....

Kathmandu — Protective Micro Insurance Company is facing serious allegations of obtaining its operating license through fraudulent means, raising the possibility of cancellation if an official investigation substantiates the claims. The company is accused of securing a microinsurance license...