Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited

Q: How many shares of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) are listed in NEPSE (Ownership Structure)?

A total of 1,19,59,538 (1.2 Crore) shares of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) are listed in NEPSE, of which 83,71,676 (83.7 Lakh) (70%) are promoter shares and 35,87,861 (35.9 Lakh) (30%) are public shares.

Q: What is the latest trading price (LTP) of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

As of October 02, 2026, the latest trading price (LTP) of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) is Rs. 882.5 (6.5, 0.74%) . Today, the stock opened at Rs. 870.6 , reached a high of Rs. 884 , and a low of Rs. 856.3 . The previous closing price was Rs. 876 , with a turnover of Rs. 5829062.6 and a trading volume of 6691 shares across 64 trades .

FOWAD

Microfinance Listed

Rs882.5 +6.5 ▲ 0.74%

As of Fri, Oct 02 · 02:59 PM

EPS

52.14

P/E Ratio

16.93

Book Value

278.57

PBV

3.17

1Y Yield

-19.11%

Face Value

100

Fundamentals as of Q4 · 082-083

Overview Price History Dividend History

Price Chart

Price Range

Today

856.3 884

52 Week

834.2 1,364

All Time

0 4,140

Today's Trading

Open: 870.6
High: 884
Low: 856.3
Prev. Close: 876
Volume: 6,691
Trades: 64
Turnover: Rs 58.29 Lakh

Ownership

Public30% · 35.88 Lakh

Promoter70% · 83.72 Lakh

Listed Shares1,19,59,538

General Information

Market Cap

Rs 10.55 Arab

Float Market Cap

Rs 3.17 Arab

Paid-up Capital

Rs 1.20 Arab

120-Day Avg

1,000.74

180-Day Avg

1,030.5

All-Time High

4,140 · Aug 03, 2017

Listed On

May 16, 2017

Unlocking Date

—

Sector

Microfinance

Latest Dividend FY 2080/2081

Bonus

13.30%

Cash

0.70%

Total

14.00%

AnnouncedOct 02, 2024

Book ClosureNov 29, 2024

Full dividend history →

Latest Right Share

No right share data

About Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD), also known as FORWARD Community Microfinance, is a Nepali Class D microfinance institution (Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha) established in September 2012 under the Company Act of Nepal. Nepal Rastra Bank granted its license in March 2013 under the Bank and Financial Institution Act, and it began formal operations in May 2013. Its head office is located at Duhabi, Sunsari, Nepal. FORWARD provides microfinance services including loans, deposits, micro-insurance, and remittance to low-income families, following the Grameen Bank (Bangladesh) group-lending model as well as its own non-group lending model through a network of branch offices. FOWAD is listed under the Microfinance sector on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on May 16, 2017.

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) is listed under "Microfinance" sector at Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on May 16, 2017 with a market capitalization of NPR 10,55,42,92,285 (10.6 Arab) and a float market capitalization of NPR 3,16,62,87,332.5 (3.2 Arab). It has a total of 1,19,59,538 (1.2 Crore) listed shares, of which 83,71,676 (83.7 Lakh) (70%) are promoter shares and 35,87,861 (35.9 Lakh) (30%) are public shares.

By market capitalization, Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) ranks #8 of 50 actively traded Microfinance companies on NEPSE.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total market capitalization (Market Cap.) and valuation of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) has a total market capitalization of NPR 10,55,42,92,285 (10.6 Arab) and a float market capitalization of NPR 3,16,62,87,332.5 (3.2 Arab). The book value stands at 278.57, resulting in a price-to-book value (PBV) of 3.17. The face value of each share is Rs. 100.

How many shares of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) are listed in NEPSE (Ownership Structure)?

A total of 1,19,59,538 (1.2 Crore) shares of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) are listed in NEPSE, of which 83,71,676 (83.7 Lakh) (70%) are promoter shares and 35,87,861 (35.9 Lakh) (30%) are public shares.

What is the latest trading price (LTP) of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

As of October 02, 2026, the latest trading price (LTP) of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) is Rs. 882.5 (6.5, 0.74%). Today, the stock opened at Rs. 870.6, reached a high of Rs. 884, and a low of Rs. 856.3. The previous closing price was Rs. 876, with a turnover of Rs. 5829062.6 and a trading volume of 6691 shares across 64 trades.

What are the historical price trends and performance of Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

Over the past year, Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) has seen a 52-week high of Rs. 1364 and a low of Rs. 834.2. The all-time high was Rs. 4140 on August 03, 2017, while the all-time low was Rs. 0 on June 06, 2017. The 120-day average price is Rs. 1000.74, and the 180-day average is Rs. 1030.5. The 1-year yield is currently -19.11%.

What are the key financial metrics and performance indicators for Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) has an earnings per share (EPS) of 52.14 and a P/E ratio of 16.93. The book value per share is 278.57, and the price-to-book value (PBV) is 3.17. The stock's 1-year yield is -19.11%, and its fiscal year data is reported for 082-083, Q4. The paid-up capital is Rs. 1,19,59,53,800.

What was the latest dividend declared by Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD)?

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) declared a total dividend of 14% (13.3% bonus shares and 0.7% cash dividend) for fiscal year 2080/2081, announced on October 02, 2024. The book closure date was November 29, 2024. The complete record of bonus and cash dividends is available on the FOWAD dividend history page.

When was Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) listed on NEPSE?

Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) was listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on May 16, 2017 under the Microfinance sector.

How does Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) compare with other Microfinance companies on NEPSE?

By market capitalization, Forward Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (FOWAD) ranks #8 of 50 actively traded Microfinance companies listed on NEPSE. Its last traded price of Rs 882.5 sits at about 9% of the way between its 52-week low of Rs 834.2 and 52-week high of Rs 1364.