The Nepse index experienced a significant downturn last week, falling by 35.45 points, representing a 1.32 percent decrease. This decline resulted in a loss of Rs70 billion in overall market value. The sell-off impacted the majority of sectors, with 11 out of 13 sectoral indices showing negative performance. This downturn indicates growing investor caution and selling pressure within the Nepalese stock market. Analysts attribute the fall to various factors, potentially including broader economic uncertainties and profit-taking by investors. The substantial loss in market capitalization raises concerns about the short-term stability of Nepse. Future market performance will likely depend on evolving economic conditions and investor sentiment.