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The rupee gained 14 paise to 96.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday buoyed by positive sentiments at the domestic equity markets. However, heavy FII outflows and higher global crude oil prices amid heightened tensions in West Asia prevented further gains in the local unit, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.35 against the greenback before rising further to 96.28, up 14 paise from its previous close. The rupee depreciated for the fourth straight day on Thursday, shedding 17 paise to settle at 96.42 against the US dollar. The US expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early on Friday by increasingly hitting bridges, part of President Donald Trump's threats to start striking infrastructure to pressure Tehran to ease its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz. Iran launched new missile attacks against US-allied nations in West Asia and warned that its attacks would escalate. "Continued geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia ...
The rupee declined 6 paise to 96.31 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday amid volatility in global crude oil prices and a stronger greenback with the West Asia crisis showing no signs of abating. FII outflows continued to weigh on the local unit while a positive start to the day at the domestic equity markets provided support, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.28 against the greenback before slipping further to 96.31 from its previous close. The local unit had on Wednesday extended its slide for the third straight day and settled 9 paise lower at 96.25 against the US dollar. The United States intensified its strikes targeting Iran early on Thursday, hitting targets further north as American forces also fired into a ship it accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic Republic. Iran retaliated with missile and drone fire targeting Bahrain and Kuwait before dawn. Days of back-and-forth strikes by the US
The rupee rose 5 paise to 96.11 against the US in early trade on Wednesday amid heightened tensions in West Asia and a weaker greenback. Higher crude oil prices and FII outflows prevented a sharper rise in the local unit while a positive opening in the domestic equity markets lent support, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.12 and inched up to 96.11, up 5 paise from its previous close. The unit depreciated 48 paise to close at 96.16 against the US dollar on Tuesday. Iran on Wednesday threatened to halt all energy exports from West Asia over the US reimposing a naval blockade on the Islamic Republic. In a statement carried by the Iranian state television, the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard threatened oil and gas exports from the region. "The export of oil and gas from the region will be either for everyone or for no one," it said. "The rupee came under significant pressure on Tuesday, slipping past the 96-level for the first time
The rupee depreciated 48 paise to 96.16 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday as heightened geopolitical uncertainty put pressure on most Asian currencies, including the rupee. Forex traders said the rupee came under pressure due to a combination of factors -- crude oil prices climbed on renewed geopolitical tensions, while demand for the US dollar increased as investors moved toward safe-haven assets. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.95 then lost ground and touched 96.16 registering a fall of 48 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee depreciated 30 paise to close at 95.68 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 101.17, down 0.06 per cent. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 2.02 per cent at USD 84.98 per barrel in futures trade amid concerns over disruptions to supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. I
The rupee fell 39 paise to 95.77 against the American currency in early trade on Monday, weighed down by elevated crude oil prices. Forex traders said with Brent oil prices rising over USD 79 to the barrel the Indian rupee is expected to open weaker at 95.53 levels after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz as closed. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.72, then touched 95.77 against the US dollar, registering a loss of 39 paise from its previous close. On Friday, the rupee rose 9 paise to settle at 95.38 against the US dollar. "The renewed fighting between the US and Iran revived fears of a major disruption to global Crude supplies," said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director, Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 101.12, up 0.17 per cent. Meanwhile, Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 4.05 per ce
The rupee rose 15 paise to 95.32 against US dollar in early trade on Friday as the greenback weakened and oil prices eased despite intensifying tensions in West Asia. FII outflows and uncertainties over fresh tensions in West Asia weighed on the local unit while a strong start to the day's trade at the domestic equity markets provided support, according to forex traders. The US launched new airstrikes against Iran on early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting US-allied West Asian countries in an exchange of fire that threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war. Back-and-forth attacks, including a day earlier, have repeatedly threatened the ceasefire. But Thursday's appeared bigger all around, with sirens sounding at least three times in Bahrain, home to the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters, and missiles targeting Kuwait and Qatar. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.27 against the greenback before slipping to 95.32, up 15 paise from i
The rupee fell 4 paise to 95.52 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, weighed down by surging crude oil prices after fresh tensions in West Asia rattled sentiments worldwide, raising fears of uncertainties over global trade. According to analysts, oil prices soared to their highest point in weeks after President Donald Trump announced an end to the ceasefire with Iran in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and on American military sites in other Gulf nations. However, positive sentiment in domestic equity markets supported the Indian currency, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.52 and remained weaker against the US dollar, down 4 paise from its previous close. On Wednesday, the rupee plunged 52 paise to settle at 95.48 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 100.98, down 0.09 per cent. Brent c
The rupee slipped 20 paise to 95.16 against the greenback in early trade on Wednesday as the US launched fresh strikes on Iran after Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up crude oil prices and strengthening the dollar. A weaker opening in the domestic equity markets further pressured the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.15 against the US dollar before slipping further to 95.16, down 20 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee appreciated 47 paise to close at 94.96 against the US dollar. "The rupee opened at 95.15 levels on Wednesday as the dollar index moved higher and Brent crude touched USD 76 levels with most Asian currencies also falling against the dollar," Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director, Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP, said. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at .
The rupee appreciated 15 paise to 95.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday on improved market sentiment after reports that Saudi Arabia has slashed August crude oil prices for Asia amid easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Forex traders said lower Middle East risk premium and higher traffic from the Strait of Hormuz kept the oil prices lower. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 95.33 and later touched 95.28 against the American currency, registering a gain of 15 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee had settled at 95.43 against the US dollar. The positive factor for the Indian rupee was Saudi Arabia slashing Asia oil prices by USD 11 per barrel in a record cut in the last 26 years amid improving supply conditions, said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP. Bhansali further noted that the buying by Indian oil companies also was indicated by the fact that Indian Oi
The rupee fell 10 paise to 95.28 against the American currency in early trade on Monday, weighed down by the broad strength of the American currency in the overseas market. Forex traders said whenever fresh foreign inflows enter the country, the central bank is likely to use the opportunity to rebuild its reserve position rather than allowing the rupee to strengthen too much. Moreover, uncertainty prevailed over the progress of US-Iran peace talks keeping a geopolitical risk premium in the market. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.25, then touched 95.28 against the US dollar, registering a loss of 10 paise from its previous close. On Friday, the rupee appreciated 17 paise to close at 95.18 against the US dollar. "The message from last week is simple. When the rupee cannot rally on good news like falling oil and a softer dollar, it tells you the underlying mood is fragile. Any fresh negative trigger could push USDINR towards the 95.80 to 96.00 zone, w
The rupee appreciated 19 paise to 95.16 against US dollar in early trade on Friday, as the dollar index retreated from its recent 15-month high levels. Forex traders said despite a weaker dollar index and lower crude oil prices rupee is still facing pressure from robust dollar demand from importers and corporate hedgers. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.20, then touched 95.16 against the US dollar, registering a gain of 19 paise from its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee pared initial gains and settled for the day on a negative note, lower by 19 paise at 95.35 against the US dollar. Despite a weaker dollar index and lower crude oil prices, the rupee still weakened on Thursday. "If the rupee cannot strengthen on positive global cues, any negative development could easily push USDINR towards the 95.80 to 96.00 zone," CR Forex Advisors MD Amit Pabari said. Pabari further added that the Reserve Bank of India is focused on restoring its forex reserv
The rupee appreciated 26 paise to 94.90 against US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices. Forex traders said the rupee opened on a positive note as crude oil prices have fallen back to levels seen before the West Asia conflict. Even global risk sentiment has stabilised compared to the panic witnessed a few weeks ago. Foreign investors poured nearly USD 5.3 billion into Indian bond markets during June, marking the first month of positive inflows after three consecutive months of outflows, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.95, then touched 94.90 against the US dollar, registering a gain of 26 paise from its previous close. On Wednesday, the rupee depreciated 60 paise to close at 95.16 against the US dollar. "... As fresh foreign capital starts entering India, markets believe the RBI may continue absorbing a significant portion of these inflows rather than allowing them to fully strengthen the rupee," CR Fore
The rupee fell 19 paise to 94.75 against the American currency in early trade on Wednesday, weighed down by the strength of the American currency in the overseas market. Forex traders said whenever fresh foreign inflows enter the country, the central bank is likely to use the opportunity to rebuild its reserve position rather than allowing the rupee to strengthen too much. Moreover, uncertainty prevailed over the progress of US-Iran peace talks keeping a geopolitical risk premium in the market. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.67, then touched 94.75 against the US dollar, registering a loss of 19 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated by 5 paise to close at 94.56 against the US dollar. "The global dollar is also adding pressure. After the US Federal Reserve maintained a cautious stance in its latest policy meeting, the Dollar Index has continued to hold above the 101 mark," CR Forex Advisors MD Amit Pabari said. As long as
The rupee fell 7 paise to 94.58 against the American currency in early trade on Tuesday, as month-end demand for dollars from importers and corporates added pressure on the domestic unit. Forex traders said the losses for the rupee were partly cushioned by relatively stable crude oil prices globally. However, concerns about potential supply disruptions in the Gulf and continued uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiments. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee touched 94.58 against the US dollar, registering a loss of 7 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee pared initial gains and settled lower by 6 paise at 94.51 against the dollar. "As June draws to a close, month-end and quarter-end dollar demand has started showing up once again. Importers, corporates, and banks typically use this period to square positions and meet payment obligations, creating additional demand for dollars," CR Forex Advisors MD Amit Pabari said. The dol
The rupee appreciated 20 paise to 94.25 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday supported by easing crude oil prices, even as a firm US dollar and tepid investor risk appetite weighed on sentiments. Forex traders said the rupee opened on a positive note with oil prices remaining supportive and foreign inflows improving. The overall bias remains positive for the rupee, they said, adding that the immediate hurdle remains the US dollar, which continues to hold firm near a 13-month high. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 94.36, then gained momentum and touched 94.25, registering a gain of 20 paise from its previous low. On Thursday, the rupee settled at 94.45 against the US dollar. Indian stock, currency, and commodities markets were shut on Friday on account of Muharram. "The rupee may remain under pressure amid a firm US dollar and the risk of a rebound in crude oil prices, though bond inflows could offer some support. Technically, 93.5094.10 is a .