Investor Groups Warn NEPSE Over Market Risks Amid Political Unrest

Amid Nepal’s ongoing political turmoil, five investor associations have called on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) to temporarily halt trading, warning that continued volatility could cause serious losses, especially for small and new investors.

In a joint letter to the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), the groups said the unrest is triggering panic selling, which could put the entire market at risk and even lead to a broader collapse. They emphasized that unnecessary selling pressure could cause irreparable damage, making a temporary suspension of trading the most prudent option to protect millions of investors.

The associations also urged SEBON to address investor concerns promptly and implement reforms to restore confidence in the market. They stressed that immediate action is needed to safeguard the stability of the capital market and maintain trust among investors.

The appeal was signed by key representatives of the investor groups, including Dr. Keshav Prasad Shrestha, President of the Nepal Share Market Investors’ Association; Prashash Rajoure, General Secretary of the Nepal Securities Investors’ Association; Ritu Jung Jisi, President of the Ordinary Investors’ Association Nepal; Ghanshyam Pandey, President of the Nepal Shareholders’ Association; and Deepak Karki, President of the General Investors’ Association.