Rupee braces for pressure with oil taking centre-stage on US-Iran flare up
The Indian rupee traded between 94.96 and 95.60 last week, moving closely with crude oil as US-Iran tensions rattled energy markets. A sustained rise in oil prices could widen India's import bill, weaken the rupee further, and complicate the RBI's inflation management.
1mo ago · 3 min · Markets
Rupee falls to record low of 95.63 against U.S. dollar in early trade
The Indian rupee fell to a record low of 95.63 against the U.S. dollar in early interbank trade, opening at 95.57 before sliding further. The fresh all-time low raises import costs and puts pressure on the Reserve Bank of India to respond.
3mo ago · 3 min · Markets
Rupee hits record low of 95.55 per dollar as oil prices rise further
The Indian rupee fell to a record low of 95.55 per US dollar, driven by rising oil prices tied to a fraying US-Iran ceasefire. India's heavy dependence on oil imports increases dollar demand and widens the trade deficit, putting direct pressure on the currency.
3mo ago · 3 min · Markets
Rupee crashes 139 paise to 94.90 against US dollar in early trade
The Indian rupee dropped 139 paise to 94.90 against the dollar in early trade after President Trump rejected Iran's response to a US nuclear peace proposal. The geopolitical flare-up has raised fears of rising oil prices, which directly pressures India's import bill and currency.
3mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Rupee falls 45 paise to 94.67 against U.S. dollar
The Indian rupee dropped 45 paise to 94.67 against the U.S. dollar in interbank trading, opening at 94.58 before weakening further. A decline of this size raises import costs, especially for dollar-priced crude oil, and signals possible pressure on inflation.
3mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Rupee falls 39 paise to close at all-time low of 95.23 against U.S. dollar
The Indian rupee fell 39 paise to close at an all-time low of 85.23 against the dollar, pressured by Brent crude near $110 per barrel and persistent foreign capital outflows. Higher oil import costs and a stronger dollar are the core drivers.
3mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Rupee hits record intraday low of 95.34 against U.S. dollar amid West Asia standoff
The Indian rupee fell to a record intraday low of 95.34 against the U.S. dollar, trading 37 paise lower at 95.25 in afternoon interbank trade. Rising West Asia tensions pushed investors toward the dollar, weakening the rupee sharply. A sustained drop could raise import costs, particularly for crude oil.
4mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Rupee falls 32 paise to all-time low of 95.20 against U.S. dollar
The Indian rupee dropped 32 paise to a record low of 95.20 against the U.S. dollar in early interbank trading. A weaker rupee raises import costs, particularly for dollar-priced goods like crude oil, and could add to domestic inflation pressure.
4mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Rupee surges past 95/USD mark; 10-yr benchmark bond yield hardens beyond 7%
The Indian rupee fell to a fresh all-time low of 95.2475 per US dollar, with the 10-year government bond yield crossing 7%. The dual pressure of currency weakness and rising yields signals stress across India's financial markets. Both moves raise costs for importers and borrowers.
4mo ago · 1 min · Markets