I dont know about the law in Nepal, but they were/are definately involved in *UNETHICAL* business practice. (Presenting pros and hiding risks). This can easily interpreted as looting. That makes KUKURs hyena on deer skin.

I know few who make profit out of comodities market here in US. But I never heard of anyone in Nepal making a penny out of this. I personally know few people who lost tons on these scams. Even people who made money were denied payments for certain period of time (according Himal article).