Nabil Stock Dealer Limited conducts Nationwide Financial Literacy Drive for Global Money Week 2026
Global Money Week 2026 Nepal marked a major milestone as Nabil Stock Dealer Limited, in collaboration with the Securities Board of Nepal, organized a nationwide financial literacy and investor awareness program from Chaitra 2 to 8 across Nepal.
Global Money Week is a worldwide campaign aimed at equipping young people with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions and achieve long-term economic prosperity. This year’s global theme, “Smart Money Talks,” highlights the importance of open discussions about money and responsible financial behavior.
As part of this initiative, Nabil Stock Dealer Limited conducted interactive sessions across several educational institutions, reaching approximately 500 students. The participating institutions included:
- Padma Kanya Vidyashram Secondary School, Dillibazar, Kathmandu
- Peoples Campus, Paknajol, Kathmandu
- Barahi Secondary School, Malepatan, Pokhara
- Pokhara Lincoln International College, Phirke, Pokhara
The sessions covered fundamental investment principles, capital markets, financial planning, and disciplined savings. Participants actively engaged through discussions, real-life examples, and practical insights, enhancing their financial decision-making abilities.
To further expand digital reach, awareness posts were also shared across various social media platforms, helping disseminate financial knowledge to a broader audience. In parallel, a national-level Capital Market Quiz was organized in Pokhara under the leadership of the Nepal Securities Board. Stakeholders such as the Merchant Bankers Association of Nepal, Nepal Private Equity Association, ICRA Nepal, CARE Ratings Nepal, Infomerics Credit Ratings Nepal, Nabil Stock Dealer Limited, and Nagarik Stock Dealer Company participated in the event.
The competition saw enthusiastic participation from 37 teams across 35 colleges, involving 70 students. The team of Manav Pokhrel and Kismat Paudel from Prithvi Narayan Campus won first place, receiving a prize of NPR 60,000. Santosh Bhattarai and Vijay Adhikari from Presidency College were first runners-up with NPR 40,000, while Binay Rimal and Sagar Tiwari from Triveni International College were second runners-up, winning NPR 30,000.
The program was graced by distinguished personalities, including Dayaram Pangeni, Executive Director of Nepal Rastra Bank; Dr. Deepak Shakya, Vice-Chancellor of Madhesh University; and Dr. Navaraj Adhikari and Deepa Dahal, Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director of the Nepal Securities Board. They emphasized the importance of financial literacy and informed participation in capital markets.
Aligned with the “Smart Money Talks” theme, these week-long activities aimed to promote financial inclusion and equip young people with the confidence, knowledge, and skills necessary to make sound financial decisions. Such initiatives are expected to foster responsible financial behavior and contribute to long-term economic stability.
Nabil Stock Dealer Limited (Broker No. 77) a fully owned subsidiary of Nabil Bank, plays a vital role in Nepal’s capital market system. The company provides brokerage services, underwriting, margin trading, and depository participant (DP) services. Through initiatives like Global Money Week, Nabil Stock Dealer Limited reaffirms its commitment to creating financially aware citizens and inspiring the next generation to actively participate in building a strong, inclusive, and sustainable economy.
