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Salt Trading Corporation (STC) is a government-linked Nepali enterprise established in 1963, originally formed to ensure the consistent supply and distribution of iodized common salt throughout Nepal, which imports salt as it does not produce its own. STC is managed jointly by the Nepalese government and private shareholders, with an ownership structure of roughly 79 percent private and 21 percent state-owned. Beyond salt, the corporation distributes essential commodities including sugar, wheat, edible oil, rice and other grains, tea, LP gas, paper, coal, and vehicle tyres. STC has played a significant role in maintaining market stability, curbing black-marketing, and supporting public access to essential goods. It is associated with the Tradings sector on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) under the symbol STC.
Salt Trading Corporation (STC) is listed under "Tradings" sector at Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on October 01, 1985 with a market capitalization of NPR 19,66,60,20,014.8 (19.7 Arab) and a float market capitalization of NPR 19,66,60,20,014.8 (19.7 Arab). It has a total of 35,11,852 (35.1 Lakh) listed shares, of which 0 (0) (0%) are promoter shares and 35,11,852 (35.1 Lakh) (100%) are public shares.
By market capitalization, Salt Trading Corporation (STC) ranks #2 of 2 actively traded Tradings companies on NEPSE.
Salt Trading Corporation (STC) has a total market capitalization of NPR 19,66,60,20,014.8 (19.7 Arab) and a float market capitalization of NPR 19,66,60,20,014.8 (19.7 Arab). The book value stands at 499.99, resulting in a price-to-book value (PBV) of 11.2. The face value of each share is Rs. 100.
A total of 35,11,852 (35.1 Lakh) shares of Salt Trading Corporation (STC) are listed in NEPSE, of which 0 (0) (0%) are promoter shares and 35,11,852 (35.1 Lakh) (100%) are public shares.
As of November 03, 2026, the latest trading price (LTP) of Salt Trading Corporation (STC) is Rs. 5599.9 (68.9, 1.25%). Today, the stock opened at Rs. 5550, reached a high of Rs. 5599.9, and a low of Rs. 5540. The previous closing price was Rs. 5531, with a turnover of Rs. 4806316.4 and a trading volume of 863 shares across 13 trades.
Over the past year, Salt Trading Corporation (STC) has seen a 52-week high of Rs. 6335.9 and a low of Rs. 4997.1. The all-time high was Rs. 13780 on March 25, 2021, while the all-time low was Rs. 250 on May 27, 2018. The 120-day average price is Rs. 5410.63, and the 180-day average is Rs. 5539.8. The 1-year yield is currently 8%.
Salt Trading Corporation (STC) has an earnings per share (EPS) of 36.36 and a P/E ratio of 154.01. The book value per share is 499.99, and the price-to-book value (PBV) is 11.2. The stock's 1-year yield is 8%, and its fiscal year data is reported for 082-083, Q3. The paid-up capital is Rs. 35,11,85,200.
Salt Trading Corporation (STC) declared a total dividend of 10% (9.5% bonus shares and 0.5% cash dividend) for fiscal year 2081/2082, announced on February 12, 2026. The book closure date was May 27, 2026. The complete record of bonus and cash dividends is available on the STC dividend history page.
Salt Trading Corporation (STC) was listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on October 01, 1985 under the Tradings sector.
By market capitalization, Salt Trading Corporation (STC) ranks #2 of 2 actively traded Tradings companies listed on NEPSE. Its last traded price of Rs 5599.9 sits at about 45% of the way between its 52-week low of Rs 4997.1 and 52-week high of Rs 6335.9.
