Kathmandu. Nepal has secured the second sovereign credit rating “BB minus” from Fitch Ratings for the year 2025. Nepal had received the same rating from last year’s evaluation.

Maintaining the same rating as last year amidst the recent socio-political challenges, rain-induced natural disasters and the global economic slowdown has proved that Nepal’s capacity to meet its long-term obligations is internationally and the macroeconomic stability is stable and strong.

Despite the possibility of election-oriented expenditure and uncertainty, the government’s adoption of fiscal discipline, improvement in revenue management, prioritization of appropriate expenditure, commitment to hold elections on time and policy of continuity of strategic projects without hindrance have strengthened the confidence of the international community in Nepal.

The rating received by Nepal has clearly indicated that a stable and positive economic base is being prepared within the country.

This rating will help increase foreign investment within the country, expand collaboration with international development partners and maintain a stable credit profile needed for Nepal to issue its sovereign debt in international financial markets in the future.

Rating stability is a crucial indicator for attracting long-term investment, especially in energy, infrastructure, tourism, agriculture, and digital economies.