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Rupee falls 28 paise to 94.77 against US dollar amid West Asia conflict

The rupee depreciated 28 paise to 94.77 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday as market sentiment took a dramatic turn after reports emerged that the US and Iran are discussing a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at reducing tensions and reopening negotiations. Forex traders said Brent oil prices, which had fallen to USD 98 on the US-Iran peace deal, edged slightly higher to USD 101 per barrel after investors weighed the prospects for a Middle East peace deal. Moreover, factors such as unabated foreign capital outflows amid rising geopolitical uncertainties further dented investor sentiment. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.77 against the US dollar, registering a fall of 28 paise over its previous close. On Wednesday, the rupee appreciated 69 paise to close at 94.49 against the US dollar. "Markets are currently focused on the critical 48-hour window during which the US expects Tehran's formal response through Pakistani ...

Rupee to trade around ₹95 per US dollar by 2026-end amid Iran war: BMI

The Indian Rupee is likely to trade broadly sideways at around Rs 95 per US dollar by end-2026, from its current level of Rs 95.20 per US dollar, with the Iran conflict expected to weigh on its value, BMI said on Wednesday. However, slowing profit repatriation and central bank currency intervention will limit the pace of rupee depreciation, the Fitch group company said in a report. The US-Iran conflict has exerted downward pressure on emerging market currencies, especially for large energy importers like India. The rupee depreciated 4 per cent during March-April 2026 and currently trades at Rs 95.20/USD. BMI said it expects India's GDP to grow 7.6 per cent and inflation to hit 3.4 per cent during the current fiscal year (April 2025-March 2026). As a result of the currency's weakness, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervened heavily in currency markets to stabilise the rupee. "Going forward, we expect the rupee to trade broadly sideways to end the year around Rs 95.00/USD. Our ...

Rupee rises 23 paise to 94.95 against US dollar during early trade

The rupee appreciated by 23 paise to 94.95 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday as Brent crude prices retreated from their elevated level after US President Donald Trump hinted at a possible deal with Iran. Forex traders said oil prices fell to USD 108 per barrel, as signs of easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East offset the lingering supply concerns. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95, then gained some ground and touched an early high of 94.95, registering a gain of 23 paise from its previous low. The rupee was later trading at 95.10 against the greenback. On Tuesday, the rupee settled at 95.18 against the US dollar, after witnessing an all-time intraday low of 95.44 on Tuesday on possible RBI intervention after investors retreated from riskier assets amid renewed clashes in the Gulf and targeting of UAE infrastructure, which reignited supply chain fears. The rupee, which fell to its all-time low of 95.44 on Tuesday, gained this

Rupee hits fresh low amid surge in crude prices and West Asia tensions

The rupee hits a record low as crude oil prices surge amid West Asia tensions, raising concerns over inflation, import costs, and widening current account deficit

Rupee hits record low of 95.43 per dollar as US-Iran strikes rattle markets

The rupee depreciated 20 paise to 95.43 against US dollar in early trade on Tuesday as market sentiments remained fragile after renewed military exchanges between US and Iranian forces in the Gulf region. Forex traders said investor anxiety due to instability in the Gulf is causing massive capital flight into safe-haven assets, with the US dollar acting as the primary beneficiary. Moreover, Brent oil prices is hovering near USD 113 per barrel, maintaining pressure on oil-importing economies like India. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 95.30 then lost ground to touch 95.43 against the US dollar, in initial trade, registering a fall of 20 paise over its previous close. Rupee fell 39 paise to close at an all-time low of 95.23 against the US dollar on Monday. "With oil boiling rupee on Monday fell to a closing low of 95.0875 and this morning the opening was still lower as it becomes more and more vulnerable when dollar index rises due to safe-haven buying a

Rupee closes at new low of 95.09 vs US dollar amid crude price rise

The currency depreciated nearly 0.2 per cent on Monday to settle at new closing low of 95.09 against the US dollar

RBI explores steps to mobilise dollar inflows amid rising pressure on rupee

The war ‌between the US, Israel and Iran - now in its third month - has weakened the Indian currency, adding to a near 5 per cent fall in 2025

Rupee falls 11 paise to 94.95 against US dollar amid West Asia crisis

The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 94.95 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday as the ongoing tensions in the Middle East continue to keep markets on edge. Forex traders said Brent oil is hovering near USD 108, maintaining pressure on oil-importing economies like India. Moreover, factors such as unabated foreign capital outflows amid rising geopolitical uncertainties dented investor sentiments further. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee touched 94.95 against the US dollar in initial trade, registering a fall of 11 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee had settled at 94.84 against the American currency. Stock exchanges and currency markets were closed on Friday on account of Maharashtra Day. "The ongoing tensions in the Middle East continue to keep markets on edge. On one side, US President Donald Trump hinted that Tehran's peace proposal may not be enough, keeping uncertainty alive. That's one reason why Brent crude is hovering near USD 10

Rupee hits fresh low past 95/$ as oil surge pushes bond yields above 7%

Currency weakens amid crude oil surge and West Asia tensions; RBI forward book deficit and rising bond yields add to pressure on the rupee

BSE Small, Midcap indices set to post best monthly rally in 12 years

Among 1,262 stocks from the BSE Smallcap index, over half, or 734 stocks, outperformed in April by recording more than 20 per cent return, data shows.

Rupee falls 0.5% to record low of 95.33 as oil price surge sparks worries

The reversal has prompted traders and analysts to suggest that fresh regulatory measures could be on the cards

Rupee hits record low: Analysts flag 96-97 levels as oil, Fed stance weigh

Rupee hit a record low of 95.32 vs dollar on Thursday. Going ahead, analysts see further downside with 96-97 levels in focus as oil surge, FII outflows and hawkish US Fed weigh on outlook

Rupee falls 0.3% to record closing low of 94.8450 amid oil price surge

The currency has drifted back toward record lows as the impact of central banks' rupee supportive measures faded, with concerns over India's exposure to higher energy prices weighing on sentiment

Remain structurally bullish on India despite headwinds: Ben Powell, BlackRock

The long-term story as regards India -demographics, reforms, digitalization, and improving efficiency- remains intact, Powell said.

Rupee falls 13 paise to 94.81 against US dollar during early trade

The rupee depreciated 13 paise to 94.81 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, as rising global oil prices kept the currency under pressure. Forex traders said elevated crude oil prices and month-end dollar demand amid a broader shift toward safe-haven assets dented investor sentiment. The focus has now shifted to the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision. While rates are expected to remain unchanged, the tone will carry more weight than the action, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.79 against the US dollar, then lost some ground and touched 94.81 against the US dollar in initial trade, registering a fall of 13 paise over its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated 53 paise to close at 94.68 against the US dollar. "The oil is above USD 111 with no resolution to the US-Iran crisis, although the unilateral ceasefire of the US continues and Iran also showing resilience, but the non-passage of ships from the Strait

Rupee falls 0.4% to 94.19, near one-month low as oil tops $110/barrel

The rupee touched a low of 94.54 per dollar during the trading session, its weakest level since March 30, before closing at 94.19, down 0.4 per cent on the day

Rupee declines 24 paise to 94.39 against US dollar in early trade

The rupee depreciated 24 paise to 94.39 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, weighed down by elevated crude oil prices and month-end dollar demand amid a broader shift toward safe-haven assets. Forex traders said Brent oil continued to move higher at USD 109 per barrel, keeping India's position vulnerable. Moreover, factors such as unabated foreign capital outflows amid rising geopolitical uncertainties dented investor sentiments further. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.35 against the US dollar, then lost some ground and touched 94.39 against the US dollar in initial trade, registering a fall of 24 paise over its previous close. On Monday, the rupee had settled at 94.15 against the American currency. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 98.49. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 0.99 per cent at USD 109.30 per barrel in futures ...

Free float theory falters as capital flows drive rupee volatility

India's current account deficit (CAD) is modest, but portfolio flows and oil price volatility mean the rupee is driven more by sentiment and positioning than by exports and imports

Rupee falls 11 paise to 94.27 against US dollar on safe haven demand

The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 94.27 against US dollar in early trade on Monday driven by persistent dollar demand and a broader shift toward safe-haven assets. Forex traders said the Indian rupee has hit a rough patch, falling for five consecutive sessions, weighed down by a combination of factors such as the RBI loosening its grip on currency rules and rising oil prices caused by global tensions. Moreover, investors are becoming cautious again, with foreign institutions pulling money out of the market after a brief period of buying amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 94.25 against the US dollar, then lost some ground and touched 94.27 against the US dollar in initial trade, registering a fall of 11 paise over its previous close. On Friday, the rupee had settled at 94.16 against the American currency. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was down 0.0

Rupee breaches 94 to the dollar to hit a three-week low on crude surge

Rupee hits a three-week low past 94/$ as rising crude oil prices and a stronger dollar amid West Asia tensions weigh on the currency despite RBI interventions