On February 13, the stock market recorded a 7.26-point decrease, closing at 2,678.47, marking a 0.27% rise from the previous trading day. The market showed early strength, reaching an intraday high of 2,697.19, but remained volatile before closing in the red. Total turnover increased to NPR 7.92 Arba, up from NPR 8.71 Arba.
Market Summary
By the end of the trading day, the market summary shows that 15,875,152 shares were traded through 78,835 transactions involving 302 scrips. Among these, 76 companies experienced price gains, 162 saw declines, and 6 remained unchanged. The overall market sentiment remained negative, with increased selling activity.
Top Turnover
NRN Infrastructure and Development Limited (NRN) recorded the highest turnover at NPR 34.14 crores, with its stock price rising to Rs. 1,415.00, up from Rs. 1,419.00.
Top Gainer
Matribhumi Lagubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (MATRI) and Kumari Sabal Yojana (KSY) were the top gainers, each increasing by 10% and hitting a positive circuit. Guardian Micro Life Insurance Limited (GMLI) also increased by 9.99%.
Top Losers
Nyadi Hydropower Limited (NYADI) is the biggest loser of the day, dropping 10% in today’s market.
Top Transaction
Nepal Infrastructure Bank Limited (NIFRA) recorded the highest number of transactions, completing 1,798 trades at an LTP of Rs. 274.00.
Top Volume
Hydroelectricity Investment and Development Company Limited Promoter (HIDCLP) led in trading volume, with 583,802 shares traded at an LTP of Rs. 175.30.
Sector-wise Performance
Among all the brokers 3 indexes increased and 9 sectors decreased where:
- Finance Index: Gained the most, rising by 1.86%.
- Development Bank Index: Declined the most, dropping by 0.95%.
The market ended on a negative note, with increased selling activity and declines in several sectors.
