KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index gained 2.12 points during the pre-open session on Tuesday, the second trading day of the week.

NEPSE, which had closed 4.00 points higher at 2,595.81 on Monday, rose 2.12 points to reach 2,597.93 during Tuesday’s pre-open session.

The Sensitive Index also increased by 0.50 points during the session.

A total of 59,211 shares of 66 companies were traded in 129 transactions during the pre-open session. The total turnover stood at Rs 5,791,191.40.

Of the 66 stocks traded, prices of 21 stocks increased, while 35 stocks recorded a decline. The prices of the remaining 10 stocks remained unchanged during the session.

The regular trading session will determine whether the positive momentum seen during the pre-open session continues throughout the day.