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Rupee slips to 95.17 against US dollar in early trade
Rupee slips to 95.17 against US dollar in early trade
The Story in Brief
The rupee fell 9 paise to 95.17 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, August 6, after opening at 95.13. It had closed at 95.08 on Wednesday. Lower crude oil prices offered support, but geopolitical risks weighed on the currency.
The dollar index rose 0.05% to 99.72, while Brent crude fell 0.20% to $79.29 a barrel. The Sensex gained 201.43 points and the Nifty rose 16.35 points in opening trade. Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth ₹943.42 crore on Wednesday, exchange data showed.
The Indian Opinion
The rupee’s small early decline reflects several competing pressures rather than a clear market direction. Lower oil prices can help India’s import bill, but geopolitical uncertainty may weaken investor confidence. The initial rise in domestic shares offers some support, although foreign investor selling remains a concern. Claims of a sharp currency crisis would be exaggerated based on this limited movement. Further trading and policy signals will show whether the pressure persists.
Source: thehindu.com
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