Nepal witnessed its first hydropower company issuing public offers in fiscal year 2060/61. Several hydropower companies since then have accessed the capital market by issuing a public offer to raise capital. The practice gradually over the years, has been popular and more than 120 hydropower companies issued offers so far.
Nepal has taken a bold step to welcome global investors by introducing the Automatic Route for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). This reform removes much of the red tape, making it faster and easier for businesses to invest in the country.
Nepal's Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle presented the most reform-oriented budget in recent memory on 29 May 2026, allocating a record NPR 2,124 billion, an 8.2% increase over the previous year.
