The rupee opened at 43.49 per dollar, and moved a tad higher to close at 43.48 per dollar. Apprehension of government auction next week led to bearish sentiment in the government securities market. Prices of long-term papers fell by 30 paise while short-term papers declined by 40 paise. The 10-year, 7.38%, 2015 paper closed at an yield of 6.94%.
