The NEPSE Index witnessed a significant decline today, August 28, closing at 2,781 points, down by 38.10 points or 1.35%. Despite the fall, total market turnover stood at Rs 8.09 billion, with 17.89 million shares traded.
Out of the total listed companies, 24 advanced, while 227 declined, and none remained unchanged. The market breadth reflected bearish sentiment as selling pressure dominated the trading floor.
The Sensitive Index, which tracks the performance of major companies, dropped by 5.74 points (1.18%), closing at 477.68 points. Similarly, the Float Index slipped by 2.55 points (1.32%), while the Sensitive Float Index ended 2.02 points lower (1.22%) at 163.39 points.
- NEPSE Index: 2,781 (â–¼ 38.10, -1.35%)
- Turnover: Rs 8.09 billion
- Total Traded Shares: 17.89 million
- Advancers vs Decliners: 24 vs 227
The decline in the NEPSE Index signals cautious investor sentiment, with profit-booking and pressure across key sectors pulling the market down.
