On February 11, the stock market recorded a 6.54-point increase, closing at 2,683.86, marking a 0.24% rise from the previous trading day. The market showed early strength, reaching an intraday high of 2,691.92, but later followed a downward trend, closing in the red. Total turnover increased to NPR 7.24 Arba, up from NPR 6.96 Arba.
Market Summary
By the end of the trading day, the market summary shows that 13,968,258 shares were traded through 72,094 transactions involving 299 scrips. Among these, 134 companies experienced price gains, 98 saw declines, and 11 remained unchanged. The overall market sentiment remained positive, with increased buying activity.
Top Turnover
CEDB Holdings Limited (CHDC) recorded the highest turnover at NPR 36.81 crores, with its stock price rising to Rs. 2,115.00, up from Rs. 2,040.00.
Top Gainer
Sikles Hydropower Limited (SIKLES), Bhagawati Hydropower Development Company Limited (BGWT), and Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Company Limited (RHPL) hit the positive circuit with a 10% gain, while Guardian Micro Life Insurance Limited (GMLI) increased by 9.99%.
Top Losers
Bhugol Energy Development Company Limited (BEDC) was the biggest loser, dropping 10% in today’s market.
Top Transaction
United Modi Hydropower Ltd. (UMHL) recorded the highest number of transactions, completing 1,945 trades at an LTP of Rs. 403.00.
Top Volume
NIC Asia Growth Fund (NICGF) led in trading volume, with 712,100 shares traded at an LTP of Rs. 10.70.
Sector-wise Performance
Among all the brokers 6 indexes increased and 7 sectors decreased where:
- Development Bank Index: Gained the most, rising by 2.37%.
- Trading Index: Declined the most, dropping by 1.05%.
The market ended on a mixed note, with some sectors gaining while others declined, reflecting uncertain investor sentiment.