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Rupee slumps to new low of 91.75 per dollar amid global risk aversion

The rupee fell to a fresh record low as foreign equity outflows, weak global risk sentiment and yen carry trade unwinding weighed on the currency, with RBI intervention limiting further losses

RBI net sells $9.7 billion in November, short dollar position rises

RBI's net dollar sales moderated in November, even as its outstanding short dollar position in the forward market rose further, reflecting continued intervention to manage rupee volatility

Rupee slumps to fresh low of 91.75/$ amid persistent foreign fund outflow

The Indian currency fell 77 paise to a fresh low of 91.75 against the US dollar on Wednesday

Rupee breaches 91/$-mark: INR sinks as FPIs sell ₹29,300 crore in 2026

Renewed threats of tariffs by US President Donald Trump -- specifically targeting European nations over a dispute regarding Greenland -- have triggered a global "risk-off" sentiment

Why growth isn't saving the rupee despite low inflation, modest CAD

Strong headline numbers, low inflation and a modest current account deficit have fostered the belief that little needs fixing

Rupee ends flat, caught between softer dollar and corporate hedging

The rupee closed at 90.1525 per dollar, little changed from 90.1625 in the previous session

Twin advantage: US-focused debt funds shine on yield, currency tailwinds

Deliver average annual return of 12%

Rupee steady as RBI support cushions downside amid weak Asian cues

The rupee snapped a four-day losing streak in the last session, with bankers flagging possible support from the Reserve Bank of India

Rupee rises 12 paise to close at ₹90.18 against US dollar, ends 4-day slide

The rupee snapped the four-day losing streak and appreciated 12 paise to settle at 90.18 (provisional) against the American currency on Tuesday, tracking a decline in the US dollar index. Forex traders said weak domestic equity markets and geopolitical tensions between the US and Venezuela capped sharp gains for the domestic unit. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.22 against the US dollar and traded in the range of 90.08-90.25 before settling at 90.18 (provisional), up 12 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee closed 10 paise lower at 90.30 against the US dollar. "We expect the Rupee to trade with a negative bias on risk aversion in global markets emanating out of geopolitical tensions between the US and Venezuela. Surge in crude oil prices and FII outflows may further pressurise the Rupee," said Anuj Choudhary, Research Analyst, Commodities Research, Mirae Asset Sharekhan. However, a weak Dollar amid disappointing US economic data and any ...

SBI to promote India-Israel bilateral trade in rupee as FTA talks gain pace

Amid deepening strategic ties and discussions around Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and Israel gaining momentum, the State Bank of India (SBI), the only Indian bank with a presence in Israel, is looking to facilitate bilateral trade in Indian rupees. "In view of India's significant trade flows from/to its partner countries and growing interest among the global trading community to trade in the Indian rupee, it has been envisaged by our banking regulators, i.e. Reserve Bank of India, to permit Indian banks to facilitate settlement of exports and imports of their respective corporate clientele in INR. Israel has been identified as one of the partner countries under this mechanism," CEO of SBI Israel, V Manivannan, told PTI. Israeli entities undertaking exports/imports through this mechanism shall receive and make payments in INR, which shall be credited into the Special Rupee Vostro Account (SRVA), against invoices for the supply/purchase of goods or services from the Israeli

Rupee weakens below 90 due to persistent dollar demand from companies

The rupee breached the 90-per-dollar level amid sustained corporate dollar demand and FPI outflows, even as banking system liquidity turned surplus after two weeks

Rupee weakens on corporate dollar demand as thin volumes cap moves

Rupee settled at 89.97 per dollar on Thursday as corporate dollar demand and muted trade volumes pressured the currency. Analysts expect the rupee to stay range-bound amid global policy uncertainty

Rupee enters 2026 on back foot after worst annual drop in 3 years

The currency repeatedly fell to record lows during the year, slipping past the 91 level at one point, highlighting the sustained depreciation pressure

Foreign investors dump record Indian bonds as weak rupee erodes returns

The selling comes as the rupee tested a series of record lows against the dollar this month, eroding returns for foreigners

Rupee faces NDF pressure as bonds watch demand-supply before quarter-end

Beyond the immediate cues, stalled India-US trade talks and ​foreign portfolio outflows continue to weigh on the rupee despite RBI intervention

RBI net-sold $12 bn in October, highest monthly sale in 10 months

RBI net sold $11.8 billion in October and supplied dollars to cap rupee weakness near 88.80/$, even as its net short forward position rose to $63.6 billion, the bulletin showed

Rupee falls on NDF dollar demand after Friday rebound, ends at 89.65

The rupee slipped to 89.72 per dollar on Monday on strong dollar buying in the NDF market, before trimming losses to close at 89.65 as dealers flagged a shift in RBI's approach

Rupee outlook: Why the currency may end 2025 around 90, despite RBI support | Stock market

The Indian rupee has been volatile against the US dollar this year. A new Business Standard poll suggests the currency may settle near 90 per dollar by the end of 2025

Foreign investors' trading, currency movement to drive markets: Analysts

Stock markets are likely to trade in a range-bound manner in a holiday-shortened week where trading activity of foreign investors, currency movement and global macroeconomic data announcements are expected to drive sentiments, analysts said. Several global markets may see subdued activity on account of Christmas and New Year holidays, an expert said. The domestic stock market would be closed on Thursday for Christmas. "This week marks the onset of the year-end festive period and will be holiday-shortened due to the Christmas break, which may keep trading volumes subdued. On the domestic front, markets will track infrastructure output data, along with updates on bank loan growth, deposit growth, and foreign exchange reserves. Currency movement and crude oil prices will also remain important variables. "Globally, performance of major marketsparticularly the USwill be closely monitored for directional cues," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. "While strong domest

RBI intervenes aggressively as rupee rebounds after hitting record lows

The rupee rallied 0.7% to 90.25 in early trading after opening a tad lower on the day at 91.07