Rupee down 12 paise against dollar in early trade

Besides, euro and yen weakness against the dollar overseas and a lower opening in the equity market also put pressure on the local unit, forex dealers said.

The rupee had gained 30 paise yesterday to close at 54.55 against the dollar on fresh selling of the American currency by banks.

Meanwhile, the BSE benchmark Sensex fell by 57.26 points, or 0.29 per cent, to 19,418.74 in early trade today.