On February 18, the stock market recorded a 12.68-point increase, closing at 2,740.59, marking a 0.46% rise from the previous trading day. The market showed early strength, reaching an intraday high of 2,757.18, but remained volatile throughout the day, hitting a low of 2,727.59 before closing in the red. Total turnover increased to NPR 10.43 Arba, up from NPR 10.04 Arba.
Market Summary
By the end of the trading day, the market summary shows that 18,230,302 shares were traded through 99,585 transactions involving 314 scrips. Among these, 87 companies experienced price gains, 149 saw declines, and 8 remained unchanged. The overall market sentiment remained positive, with increased buying activity.
Top Turnover
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL): Recorded the highest turnover at NPR 82.02 crores, with its stock price rising to Rs. 936.00, up from Rs. 876.00.
Top Gainer
Wean Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (WNLB), Gurans Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GLBSL), and Emerging Nepal Limited (ENL) each increased by 10%, hitting a positive circuit. While Guardian Micro Life Insurance Limited (GMLI) increased by 9.99%.
Top Losers
Saptakoshi Development Bank Ltd (SAPDBL) and 10.25% KBL Debenture 2086 (KBLD86) are the biggest losers of the day, dropping 10% in today’s market.
Top Transaction
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL) recorded the highest number of transactions, completing 7,119 trades at an LTP of Rs.936.00.
Top Volume
Trading volume is also led by Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (HRL).
Sector-wise Performance
Among all the brokers 7 indexes increased and 6 sectors decreased where:
- Others Index: Gained the most, rising by 3.68%.
- Development Bank Index: Declined the most, dropping by 1.74%.
The market ended on a positive note, with increased buying activity and gains across several sectors.
