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HEALTH & DISEASE

Relentless rainfall triggers floods, landslips across Nepal

·The Hindu·Impact 4/5 · High

Heavy rainfall has triggered widespread flooding and landslides across Nepal, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure. The relentless rain has led to the Tinau River overflowing its banks, sweeping away six houses in Butwal, Rupandehi district. This severe weather event poses a threat to the local economy, particularly for farmers and small businesses that rely on agriculture and trade. The impact on Nepal's economy and markets will likely be significant, with potential disruptions to supply chains and trade.

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Why it matters

The floods and landslips caused by relentless rainfall are likely to disrupt economic activity and infrastructure in Nepal. This could lead to a decrease in investor sentiment and a negative impact on the country's markets.

Market impact

Impact score
4 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
Health & disease
Model confidence
60%

Markets & countries in focus

Nepal

Transmission channels

Heavy rainfall→Floods and landslips→Infrastructure damage→Economic disruption→Market decline

Likely winners & losers

Under pressure

  • Infrastructure stocks
  • Tourism stocks

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