Nepal, Jan. 14 -- The finance sector index rose the most, by 2.55 percent. Investors in 125 companies with rising share prices benefited.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) saw a moderate gain of 1.52 points, closing at 2,641.43 on Wednesday. Gains were driven by banking, life insurance, manufacturing & processing, microfinance and other non-specified sectors. Nepal travel guidesThe finance sector index rose the most, by 2.55 percent. Investors in 125 companies with rising share prices benefited.

Super Madi Hydropower shares surged the most, up 9.94 percent, followed by Three Star Hydropower, which gained 8.23 percent.

Despite the index increase, total turnover fell compared to the previous day. Tuesday's turnover was Rs 699 million, whi...