Rupee likely headed to 64; NDFs surge to record

The government continues with incremental steps, banning duty-free import of flat-screen televisions

Reuters
Last Updated : Aug 20 2013 | 9:07 AM IST
The rupee is poised to hit another record low high at open with non-deliverable forward (NDF) rates signalling the currency may test 64/USD in early trading.

It last closed at 63.13/14 after charting a high of 63.30. USD/INR 1-month NDFs surged in NY trade to close at 64.53-58.

Traders did not cite any significant RBI intervention on Monday even as the currency fell 2.3%. Dealers cite continued dollar demand from state-run banks for oil, defence and other interest payments.

The government continues with incremental steps, banning duty-free import of flat-screen televisions. The RBI raised cap on foreign direct investment in asset reconstruction companies.

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First Published: Aug 20 2013 | 8:34 AM IST

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