On January 7 (23rd Poush), the stock market rose by 6.16 points, closing at 2,646.84, a 0.23% increase from the previous day. Despite fluctuations, the market recovered in the final hour to close positively. However, turnover dropped to NPR 5.38 Arba from NPR 6.30 Arba.
Market Summary
By the end of the trading session, the market summary shows that 12,081,606 shares were traded through 66,626 transactions involving 305 scrips. Among the traded companies, 125 experienced a rise in stock prices, 108 saw declines, and 10 remained unchanged. The overall market sentiment was positive, with most shares being bought.
Top Turnover
Sindhu Bikash Bank Ltd (SINDU) led the turnover chart, recording NPR 16.92 crores. Its stock price increased to Rs. 953.90, up from Rs. 869.00.
Top Gainer
- Saptakoshi Development Bank Ltd (SAPDBL) and Nyadi Hydropower Limited (NYADI) hit the upper circuit with a 10% increase in prices.
- Prabhu Mahalaxmi Life Insurance Limited (PMLI) also saw a significant rise, gaining 9.99%.
Top Losers
Aatmanirbhar Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (ANLB) and Dolti Power Company Limited (DOLTI) both dropped by 10%, making them the biggest losers of the day.
Top Transaction
Sahas Urja Limited (SAHAS) recorded the highest number of transactions, completing 1,580 trades at its last traded price of Rs. 518.00.
Top Volume
CITIZENS MUTUAL FUND 2 (CMF2) led in trading volume, with 744,010 shares traded with its Last Traded Price of Rs. 10.09.
Sector-wise Performance
- Finance Sector: Gained the most, rising by 77.20 points (2.65%).
- Banking Sector: Recorded the highest loss, decreasing by 3.81 points (0.27%).
The market closed on a positive note, showing gains across most sectors, with the Investment Index remaining unchanged.
