On February 25, the stock market experienced a slight increase of 7.13 points, closing at 2,765.88, marking a 0.25% rise from the previous day. The day began with an upward movement, reaching the day’s lowest point of 2,760.05 within the first hour. The market then followed an increasing trend, hitting an intraday high of 2,781.59 points before experiencing a slight downtrend and closing at 2,765.88. Despite the overall gain, the total turnover decreased to NPR 9.90 Arba, down from NPR 11.08 Arba the previous day.
Market Summary
By the end of the trading day, 17,865,703 shares were traded in 97,562 transactions, involving 312 companies. Among these, 104 companies saw their prices rise, 132 experienced declines and 9 remained unchanged. The market sentiment remained positive, with increased buying activity overall.
Top Turnover
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) recorded the highest turnover of NPR 1.02 Arba. Its stock price rose by 3.54%, closing at Rs. 1,025.00, up from Rs. 990.00.
Top Gainer
Guardian Micro Life Insurance Limited (GMLI) was the top gainer of the day, with its price increasing by 10% and hitting the upper circuit limit. Its last traded price (LTP) stood at Rs. 944.00, up from Rs. 858.20.
Top Loser
Wean Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (WNLB) was the biggest loser of the day, dropping 8.97% with an LTP of Rs. 3,779.10, down from Rs. 3,779.10.
Top Transaction
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) also recorded the highest number of transactions, with 9,536 trades at an LTP of Rs. 1,025.00.
Top Volume
Hydroelectricity Investment and Development Company Limited Promoter (HIDCLP) led in trading volume, with 1,031,288 shares traded at an LTP of Rs. 184.50.
Sector-wise Performance
Out of all sectors, 7 saw gains while 5 declined.
- Others Index gained the most, rising by 2.90%.
- Trading Index declined the most, dropping by 2.51%.
The market ended on a positive note, with increased buying activity and mixed performance across sectors.
