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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

Rupee drops 0.3% to 94.10, extends 4-day losing streak as oil crosses $100

The rupee closed at 94.1050 against the US dollar, down 0.3 per cent on the day. The currency has declined over 1 per cent so far this the week, pressured by a near 15 per cent rise in crude prices

Rupee slides 34 paise to 94.12 against US dollar during early trade

The rupee extended its losing streak for the fourth straight session, sliding past the 94 level for the second time in a month and trading 34 paise lower at 94.12 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, as crude oil prices surged amid a lack of progress in West Asia peace talks. The currency also remained under pressure due to massive selling of domestic equities and the withdrawal of foreign investors amid rising worldwide demand for the American currency, forex traders said. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.04 and lost further ground to trade at 94.12 against the greenback in early deals, registering a loss of 34 paise from the previous closing level. The rupee declined 34 paise to close at 93.78 against the US dollar on Wednesday, the third straight day of fall. In the preceding two sessions, the currency has fallen by 53 paise. Facing geopolitical headwinds triggered by the war in West Asia, the domestic currency breached the crucial ..

Committed to a single global dollar-rupee market: RBI dy guv Sankar

RBI said its curbs on derivative positions are temporary, reaffirming commitment to a unified global dollar-rupee market and long-term rupee internationalisation

Rupee falls 0.4% to 93.49 per dollar as RBI eases derivative curbs

Governor Sanjay Malhotra had signaled on April 8 that the measures would not remain "forever," signaling a temporary approach

Forex curbs cannot last as rupee internationalisation is RBI's top agenda

India's forex reserves, at $700.9 billion, though lower than their late-February peak, are adequate. Selling dollars to arrest currency depreciation cannot be a never-ending process