Starting today, NEPSE has made it possible to view buy-sell orders for odd lot shares in the market depth section, easing trading for small investors.
In a move aimed at improving transparency and accessibility for small investors, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has begun displaying odd lot share orders in its market depth from today. The update comes in response to long-standing demands from retail traders who had difficulties buying or selling small quantities of shares.
Previously, only board lot orders—standard-sized trades—were visible in the market depth. This meant that small investors could not easily assess the demand or supply for odd lot shares. Now, odd lot orders will appear alongside regular board lot orders, enhancing visibility and decision-making for all participants.
What is an Odd Lot?
According to NEPSE regulations:
- If a share’s face value is NPR 10, then 100 shares = Board Lot
- NPR 100 = 10 shares
- NPR 1,000 = 1 share
Any quantity less than this is considered an Odd Lot.
While odd lot trading is allowed under the Securities Trading Regulations 2075, these trades do not affect market indices or daily price limits, and investors are not allowed to break board lots into odd lots for trading purposes.
NEPSE believes this move will make the platform more inclusive and efficient, particularly for small and first-time investors.
This article was originally published on https://bajarkochirfar.com. Translated with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
