Indian Rupee declines against US dollar amid rising crude oil prices
The Indian rupee fell against the US dollar on Monday, closing at 95.28 in the interbank foreign exchange market. The currency opened at 95.18 and traded within a narrow range throughout the day. Market analysts attributed the decline to a stronger US dollar and rising global crude oil prices, compounded by geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Despite these pressures, the rupee received support from foreign institutional investor inflows and the country's robust foreign exchange reserves, which helped limit a sharper depreciation.
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What Happened
The Indian rupee experienced a decline of 11 paise on Monday, settling at a provisional rate of 95.28 against the US dollar. Trading activity at the interbank foreign exchange market saw the currency open at 95.18 before fluctuating within a range of 95.18 to 95.31. This movement followed a previous session where the rupee had closed at 95.17.
The depreciation was primarily driven by a strengthening US dollar and an increase in global crude oil prices, with Brent crude rising above 84 dollars. Geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia further contributed to the downward pressure on the local unit. Conversely, the impact was mitigated by consistent inflows from foreign institutional investors and the strength of India's foreign exchange reserves, which provided market stability.
Background
The Reserve Bank of India manages the country's foreign exchange reserves to maintain stability in the external sector and support the rupee against excessive volatility.
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Key Facts
- The rupee closed at 95.28 against the US dollar on Monday.Source not recorded
- The currency opened the trading session at 95.18.Source not recorded
- The decline was attributed to rising global crude oil prices and a stronger US dollar.Source not recorded
- Foreign institutional investor inflows provided support to the currency.Source not recorded
- Geopolitical tensions in West Asia were cited as a factor influencing the market.Source not recorded
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