China's retaliatory tariffs on some US exports are due to take effect on Monday, with no sign as yet of progress between Beijing and Washington
The dollar index, which measures the U.S. currency against the yen, sterling and other peers, rose to as high as 108.02. It was last up 0.102% at 107.77
The Reserve Bank of India cut its key interest rate for the first time in nearly five years and signalled a less restrictive policy approach, seeking to provide stimulus to a sluggish economy
The rupee recovered 16 paise from all-time low closing level to 87.43 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy announcement. Forex traders said there is an overall negative bias in the rupee as market participants are projecting RBI to cut rates by 25 bps. While a rate cut could help ease some of the pressure by improving liquidity and attracting foreign investments, it would also lead to an increase in rupee supply, which could further weaken the currency and exacerbate depreciation pressures, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 87.57 against the greenback, and touched 87.43 against the greenback in initial trade, registering a rise of 16 paise from its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee plunged 16 paise to close at an all-time low of 87.59 against the US dollar. "As long as the liquidity deficit persists, the rupee will remain under pressure. Additionally, the CRR cut is further weighin
At the end of November, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had a $59 billion short position in the forward market
The rupee depreciated 14 paise to hit record low of 87.57 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday weighed down by anticipation of an RBI rate cut and weak economic data. Forex traders said the Indian rupee opened on a weak note and made a fresh record low of 87.57 as market participants anticipated that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may slash interest rates on February 7, 2025. Moreover, the rupee continued to face pressure due to sustained foreign fund outflows and a negative trend in domestic equities amid weak risk appetite, they added. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 87.54 and slipped further to all-time low of 87.57 against the greenback in initial deals, a fall of 14 paise from its previous close. On Wednesday, the rupee plunged 36 paise to close at an all-time low of 87.43 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.11 per cent higher at ...
Despite a weaker dollar index and stronger Asian currencies, the rupee depreciated due to stop-loss triggers, said dealers
The rupee recovered 13 paise from its all-time low closing level to 86.98 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, after President Donald Trump agreed to pause tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 30 days. Forex traders said the US dollar index, which had surged past 109.88 level, retreated to 108.74 after Trump announced the temporary pause on tariffs. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 86.98 against the greenback, registering a rise of 13 paise from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee plunged 49 paise to close at an all-time low of 87.11 against the US dollar. "The Indian rupee opened near to 86.98 on Tuesday after relief from Trump's tariffs overnight on reaching an agreement with Canada and Mexico. "The range for the day is expected between 86.80 to 87.20 with dips to be bought. Premiums rose on Monday after the Reserve Bank of India set the cut off for 6 months swap higher than market expectations," said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and
The benchmark Sensex and Nifty ended with a decline of around half a per cent
This statement comes after the rupee fell to a record low of 87.29 against the US dollar, depreciating by 67 paise in early trading
The rupee was trading at 87.16 per dollar at 10:31 IST.
The rupee depreciated 67 paise to hit record low of 87.29 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday after Trump Tariffs on Canada Mexico and China triggered fears of a broad trade war. Donald Trump slapped Canada and Mexico with 25 per cent duties and China with a 10 per cent duty, The move was the first strike in what could usher a destructive global trade war, forex traders said. The rupee continued to face pressure due to sustained foreign fund outflows and the broad strength of the American currency in the overseas markets due to unabated dollar demand from oil importers and weak risk appetite, they added. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 87.00 and slipped further to 87.29 against the greenback in initial deals, a plunge of 67 paise from its previous close. On Friday, the rupee settled flat at 86.62 against the American currency. "The start of the week saw financial markets on edge as US President Donald Trump followed through on his tariff threats,
The rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day higher by 3 paise at 86.59 (provisional) against the US dollar, as the support from positive domestic equities was negated by unabated foreign fund outflows and month-end dollar demand. Forex traders said the rupee continued to face pressure due to sustained foreign fund outflows and the broad strength of the American currency in the overseas markets due to unabated dollar demand from oil importers and weak risk appetite. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened on a weak note at 86.63 and touched a high of 86.59 and a low of 86.65 against the American currency during the session. The local unit moved in a narrow range and settled at 86.59 (provisional), higher by 3 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee depreciated 7 paise to close at 86.62 against the US dollar. "Indian Rupee declined today on month-end dollar demand from importers and FII outflows. A positive tone in the US dollar also pressurised
The rupee traded in a narrow range and depreciated 3 paise to 86.65 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, ahead of the release of Economic Survey 2024-25. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table Economic Survey 2024-25 on Friday, providing an official assessment of the performance of the economy in the ongoing financial year, and list out the challenges being faced by the nation. Forex traders said the rupee continued to face pressure due to sustained foreign fund outflows and the broad strength of the American currency in the overseas markets due to unabated dollar demand from oil importers and weak risk appetite. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 86.63 then fell further to 86.65 against the American currency, registering a decline of 3 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee depreciated 7 paise to close at 86.62 against the US dollar. The Indian rupee continues to struggle, hovering near its all-time low, weighed down by multip
US President Donald Trump has warned Brics nations against creating an alternative currency to replace the US dollar, threatening 100 per cent tariffs on those attempting de-dollarisation
The rupee depreciated 4 paise to 86.59 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, after the US FED kept rates on hold and was hawkish in its outlook. Forex traders said the rupee continued to face pressure due to sustained foreign fund outflows and broad strength of the American currency in the overseas market. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 86.58 then fell further to 86.59 against the American currency, registering a decline of 4 paise over its previous close. On Wednesday, the rupee pared its initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 2 paise to close at 86.55 against the US dollar. The US FED kept rates on hold but was hawkish in its outlook as it said rates would be held higher for longer and downplaying expectations for future rate cuts. "The US Federal Reserve's decision to hold rates at 4.25 per cent-4.50 per cent has further added to the rupee's woes. Despite pressure from former President Donald Trump for deeper cut
Trump's policies remain a risk for the Fed's policy outlook, and Saturday is likely to see new tariffs slapped on Canada, Mexico and possibly China as well
It is a necessary risk mitigation strategy in an uncertain world
The rupee pared its initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 1 paisa to close at 86.56 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by positive domestic markets, while a strong US dollar and a recovery in crude oil prices capped sharp gains. Forex traders said the US dollar gained on expectations of a no rate cut by the Fed in its Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision. Besides, global risk sentiments were dampened amid tariff threats by the US President Donald Trump, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened on a weak note at 86.58, and during the day touched a high of 86.49 and a low of 86.61 against the American currency. The local unit settled on a positive note at 86.56 (provisional), registering a rise of 1 paisa over its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated 26 paise to close at 86.57 against the US dollar. "We expect the rupee to trade with negative bias on underlying strength in the US doll
The rupee depreciated 4 paise to 86.61 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, due to sustained foreign fund outflows, unabated dollar demand from oil importers and weak risk appetite. Forex traders said the rupee continued to face pressure as investors are awaiting cues from the US FED meeting outcome. Besides, global risk sentiments were dampened amid tariff threats by the US President Donald Trump, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 86.58 then fell further to 86.61 against the American currency, registering a decline of 4 paise over its previous close. On Tuesday, the rupee depreciated 26 paise to close at 86.57 against the US dollar. Forex traders said broad dollar demand, foreign fund outflows pressurised the rupee. However, a decline in crude oil prices cushioned the downside. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was at 107.83, lower by 0.03 per cent. Brent crude, the