Re ends firms at 43.53/$

The rupee ended steady around three-week lows today, but sentiment was edgy as the market awaits the first quarter US gross domestic product report.

Dollar inflows from exporters offset month-end demand from companies and purchases by foreign funds, who have pared their exposure to India's stock market in recent sessions.

The rupee ended the day at 43.53 per dollar, compared with the previous close of 43.54, which was the lowest close since May 3.