Navigating Nepal's Financial Landscape: Top 10 Finance Companies with highest Earning Per Share ( EPS).

Nepal's financial sector is a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape, with various institutions playing pivotal roles in shaping the country's economic future. In this article, we embark on a journey to explore and analyze some of Nepal's leading financial companies, shedding light on their market positions, financial strengths, and investment potential. This article will provide information of top 10 finance companies with highest earning per share.

 

   Manjushree Finance Ltd. is a financial institution with a substantial market capitalization of NPR 7,028,072,542.40. The company's paid-up capital stands at NPR 1,351,552,412.00, indicating its financial strength. It has a 52-week high/low stock price range of NPR 571/NPR 370. Manjushree Finance boasts a strong Earnings Per Share (EPS) of 21.57 (Book Close Adjusted) and a Price-to-Earnings (PE) ratio of 24.15. The Return on Equity (ROE) for the company is a healthy 15.01%, and it maintains a book value of NPR 155.35 (Book Close Adjusted). With a reserve surplus of NPR 748,099,000 and a 5-year average dividend of 19.29%, it demonstrates a solid financial performance.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 7,028,072,542.40
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 1,351,552,412.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 571/NPR 370
• EPS (TTM): 21.57 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 24.15
• P/B Ratio: 3.35
• ROE (TTM): 15.01%
• Book Value: NPR 155.35 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve Surplus: NPR 748,099,000
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 19.29%

Manjushree Finance Ltd. is a financial company with a strong market capitalization and a healthy EPS. It has a moderate PE ratio and a respectable return on equity (ROE). The company also maintains a consistent dividend payment history.

 

   Gurkhas Finance Ltd. is another financial company with a market capitalization of NPR 4,366,876,807.80. Its paid-up capital is NPR 867,993,800.00, indicating stability. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 629/NPR 463.9. The company reports an EPS of 18.06 (Book Close Adjusted) and a PE ratio of 27.96. While its ROE is 9.85%, it maintains a book value of NPR 167.65 (Book Close Adjusted). Gurkhas Finance offers a 5-year average dividend of 7%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 4,366,876,807.80
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 867,993,800.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 629/NPR 463.9
• EPS (TTM): 18.06 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 27.96
• P/B Ratio: 3.01
• ROE (TTM): 9.85%
• Book Value: NPR 167.65 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve Surplus: NPR 587,159,695
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 7%

Gurkhas Finance Ltd. operates with a substantial market capitalization and a decent EPS. Although it has a relatively high PE ratio, its ROE is moderate. The company offers a modest average dividend.

 

   ICFC Finance Limited holds a significant market capitalization of NPR 5,562,313,512.00 and a strong paid-up capital of NPR 1,183,470,960.00. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 541.7/NPR 395. The company's EPS is 13.96 (Book Close Adjusted) with a PE ratio of 33.60. Its ROE is 9.29%, and the book value is NPR 156.26 (Book Close Adjusted). ICFC Finance maintains a reserve surplus of NPR 665,814,159 and offers a 5-year average dividend of 12%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 5,562,313,512.00
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 1,183,470,960.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 541.7/NPR 395
• EPS (TTM): 13.96 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 33.60
• P/B Ratio: 3.00
• ROE (TTM): 9.29%
• Book Value: NPR 156.26 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 665,814,159
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 12%

ICFC Finance Limited is a company with a strong market capitalization and a reasonable EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio but maintains a moderate ROE. The company also provides a consistent dividend.

 

   Pokhara Finance Ltd. is a financial institution with a market capitalization of NPR 3,788,948,097.99 and a paid-up capital of NPR 1,082,556,599.42. The company's stock price has a 52-week high/low range of NPR 439.9/NPR 315. It reports an EPS of 11.37 (Book Close Adjusted) and a PE ratio of 30.52. The ROE stands at 8.42%, and the book value is NPR 142.88 (Book Close Adjusted). Pokhara Finance offers a 5-year average dividend of 9.17%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 3,788,948,097.99
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 1,082,556,599.42
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 439.9/NPR 315
• EPS (TTM): 11.37 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 30.52
• P/B Ratio: 2.43
• ROE (TTM): 8.42%
• Book Value: NPR 142.88 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 464,228,935.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 9.17%

Pokhara Finance Ltd. operates with a significant market capitalization and a reasonable EPS. It has a moderate PE ratio and maintains a respectable ROE. The company also offers a consistent dividend.

 

   Goodwill Finance Co. Ltd. holds a market capitalization of NPR 4,011,528,448.00 and a paid-up capital of NPR 946,115,200.00. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 549/NPR 413. It reports an EPS of 9.62 (Book Close Adjusted) and a relatively high PE ratio of 44.07. The ROE is 4.96%, and the book value is NPR 252.11 (Book Close Adjusted). Goodwill Finance offers a 5-year average dividend of 10.20%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 4,011,528,448.00
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 946,115,200.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 549/NPR 413
• EPS (TTM): 9.62 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 44.07
• P/B Ratio: 1.68
• ROE (TTM): 4.96%
• Book Value: NPR 252.11 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 1,439,116,394.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 10.20%

Goodwill Finance Co. Ltd. has a notable market capitalization and an EPS. However, it has a relatively high PE ratio and a lower ROE. The company provides a consistent dividend.

 

   Shree Investment Finance Co. Ltd. operates with a market capitalization of NPR 3,219,921,786.80 and a paid-up capital of NPR 981,683,471.59. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 395/NPR 275.7. The company reports an EPS of 6.88 (Book Close Adjusted) and a PE ratio of 46.11. Its ROE is 5.12%, and the book value stands at NPR 137.60 (Book Close Adjusted). Shree Investment Finance maintains a reserve surplus of NPR 369,080,606 and offers a 5-year average dividend of 10.43%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 3,219,921,786.80
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 981,683,471.59
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 395/NPR 275.7
• EPS (TTM): 6.88 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 46.11
• P/B Ratio: 2.30
• ROE (TTM): 5.12%
• Book Value: NPR 137.60 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 369,080,606.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 10.43%

Shree Investment Finance Co. Ltd. has a significant market capitalization and a reasonable EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio but maintains a moderate ROE. The company also offers a consistent dividend.

 

   Guheshowori Merchant Bank & Finance Co. Ltd. has a market capitalization of NPR 3,451,520,160.00 and a paid-up capital of NPR 1,012,176,000.00. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 421/NPR 279. The company reports an EPS of 5.53 (Book Close Adjusted) with a relatively high PE ratio of 61.27. The ROE is 4.18%, and the book value is NPR 141.51 (Book Close Adjusted). It offers a 5-year average dividend of 8.11%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 3,451,520,160.00
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 1,012,176,000.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 421/NPR 279
• EPS (TTM): 5.53 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 61.27
• P/B Ratio: 2.40
• ROE (TTM): 4.18%
• Book Value: NPR 141.51 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 420,127,000.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 8.11%

Guheshowori Merchant Bank & Finance Co. Ltd. operates with a notable market capitalization and a moderate EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio and a lower ROE. The company offers a modest average dividend.

 

   Best Finance Company Ltd has a market capitalization of NPR 2,563,595,523.22 and a paid-up capital of NPR 854,816,780.00. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 392.5/NPR 293. The company reports an EPS of 4.52 (Book Close Adjusted) with a relatively high PE ratio of 66.54. The ROE is 3.36%, and the book value stands at NPR 139.71 (Book Close Adjusted). Best Finance Company offers a significant 5-year average dividend of 20.00%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 2,563,595,523.22
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 854,816,780.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 392.5/NPR 293
• EPS (TTM): 4.52 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 66.54
• P/B Ratio: 2.15
• ROE (TTM): 3.36%
• Book Value: NPR 139.71 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 339,436,270.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 20.00%

Best Finance Company Ltd has a considerable market capitalization and a lower EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio and a lower ROE. The company provides a substantial average dividend.

 

   Central Finance Co. Ltd. operates with a market capitalization of NPR 3,102,822,750.06 and a paid-up capital of NPR 948,875,458.73. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 415/NPR 281.1. The company reports an EPS of 3.66 (Book Close Adjusted) with a relatively high PE ratio of 89.29. The ROE is 2.90%, and the book value is NPR 126.18 (Book Close Adjusted). It offers a 5-year average dividend of 8.00%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 3,102,822,750.06
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 948,875,458.73
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 415/NPR 281.1
• EPS (TTM): 3.66 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 89.29
• P/B Ratio: 2.59
• ROE (TTM): 2.90%
• Book Value: NPR 126.18 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 248,393,690.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 8.00%

Central Finance Co. Ltd. operates with a significant market capitalization and a lower EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio and a lower ROE. The company offers a modest average dividend.

 

    Nepal Finance Ltd. has a moderate market capitalization of NPR 2,146,805,120.00 and a paid-up capital of NPR 725,272,000.00. The 52-week high/low stock price range is NPR 380/NPR 238. The company reports an EPS of 3.54 (Book Close Adjusted) with a relatively high PE ratio of 83.54. The ROE is 2.64%, and the book value stands at NPR 137.47 (Book Close Adjusted). Nepal Finance offers a substantial 5-year average dividend of 23.16%.

• Market Capitalization: NPR 2,146,805,120.00
• Paid Up Capital: NPR 725,272,000.00
• 52 Weeks High/Low: NPR 380/NPR 238
• EPS (TTM): 3.54 (Book Close Adjusted)
• PE Ratio (TTM): 83.54
• P/B Ratio: 2.15
• ROE (TTM): 2.64%
• Book Value: NPR 137.47 (Book Close Adjusted)
• Reserve and Surplus: NPR 269,482,000.00
• 5 Year Average Dividend: 23.16%

Nepal Finance Ltd. has a moderate market capitalization and a lower EPS. It has a relatively high PE ratio and a lower ROE. The company provides a substantial average dividend.

 

"Manjushree Finance Ltd." has the highest reserve among the listed companies, with a reserve surplus of NPR 748,099,000. This indicates that Manjushree Finance has a significant amount of retained earnings and financial reserves, which can be used for various purposes such as business expansion, investments, or managing financial contingencies. A high reserve can be seen as a sign of financial stability and a company's ability to withstand economic challenges. However, the context and industry-specific factors should also be considered when evaluating the significance of reserves for a particular company.

 

 

Company Name	Market Cap (NPR)	Paid Up Capital (NPR)	52 Weeks High/Low (NPR)	EPS TTM	EPS Reported	PE Ratio TTM	PB Ratio	ROE TTM (%)	Book Value (NPR)	Reserve and Surplus (NPR)	5-Year Avg Dividend (%)
Manjushree Finance Ltd.	7,028,072,542.40	1,351,552,412.00	571 / 370	21.57	21.57	24.15	3.35	15.01	155.35	748,099,000.00	19.29
Gurkhas Finance Ltd.	4,366,876,807.80	867,993,800.00	629 / 463.9	18.06	18.06	27.96	3.01	9.85	167.65	587,159,695.00	7.00
ICFC Finance Limited	5,562,313,512.00	1,183,470,960.00	541.7 / 395	13.96	13.96	33.60	3.00	9.29	156.26	665,814,159.00	12.00
Pokhara Finance Ltd.	3,788,948,097.99	1,082,556,599.42	439.9 / 315	11.37	11.37	30.52	2.43	8.42	142.88	464,228,935.00	9.17
Goodwill Finance Co. Ltd.	4,011,528,448.00	946,115,200.00	549 / 413	9.62	9.62	44.07	1.68	4.96	252.11	1,439,116,394.00	10.20
Shree Investment Finance Co. Ltd.	3,219,921,786.80	981,683,471.59	395 / 275.7	6.88	6.88	46.11	2.30	5.12	137.60	369,080,606.00	10.43
Guheshowori Merchant Bank & Finance	3,451,520,160.00	1,012,176,000.00	421 / 279	5.53	5.53	61.27	2.40	4.18	141.51	420,127,000.00	8.11
Best Finance Company Ltd	2,563,595,523.22	854,816,780.00	392.5 / 293	4.52	4.52	66.54	2.15	3.36	139.71	339,436,270.00	20.00
Central Finance Co. Ltd.	3,102,822,750.06	948,875,458.73	415 / 281.1	3.66	3.66	89.29	2.59	2.90	126.18	248,393,690.00	8.00
Nepal Finance Ltd.	2,146,805,120.00	725,272,000.00	380 / 238	3.54	3.53	83.54	2.15	2.64	137.47	269,482,000.00	23.16