KATHMANDU: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has increased the lending limit for single share purchase loans to Rs 250 million, up from the previous cap of Rs 150 million.
Announcing the monetary policy for the fiscal year 2025/26 on Friday, NRB Governor Dr Biswo Nath Poudel said the move is aimed at easing investment access for institutional and high-net-worth investors in the capital market.
The revised limit is expected to inject more liquidity into the stock market and support trading volume, which has remained subdued in recent months due to strict lending policies.
The increase in the loan ceiling reflects NRB’s gradual shift toward encouraging capital market activities while ensuring overall financial stability.
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