Building bridges between financial institutions and Nepal’s rapidly growing tech sector is crucial for unlocking the country’s economic potential. On June 12, One to Watch (OTW) and NMB Bank took a significant step in that direction by hosting a focused orientation session for 13 branch managers and key bank representatives.

This event reinforced the growing partnership between OTW and NMB Bank, aimed at deepening understanding of the unique financing needs of tech and tech-enabled SMEs. As Nepal’s tech ecosystem continues to evolve, adapting traditional banking approaches to fit the realities of asset-light, innovation-driven businesses becomes more important than ever.

The session featured candid discussions on challenges such as collateral expectations, valuation of intangible assets, and post-loan monitoring, alongside opportunities to leverage blended finance tools and business development services. NMB Bank branch managers expressed strong interest in engaging with well-prepared SMEs, signaling readiness to support Nepal’s tech entrepreneurs as they scale.

Moving forward, OTW and NMB Bank will continue collaborating closely, sharing pipelines, refining risk mitigation strategies, and building flexible financing solutions tailored for tech innovation. Together, they are laying the groundwork for a more inclusive financial ecosystem that empowers Nepal’s emerging tech companies to grow, compete, and succeed.