Indian rupee declines as Middle East tensions rise
The Indian rupee ended at 95.3250 per dollar, declining 0.1% for the week due to renewed Middle East tensions. Increased importer hedging and fluctuating crude prices added to market caution, despite global stock gains driven by AI-related enthusiasm.
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- rupee closed
- 95.3250 per dollar
- for the week
- 0.1%
- trading
- $75.8 per barrel
The Indian rupee closed at 95.3250 per dollar, down 0.1% for the week amid renewed hostilities in the Middle East, prompting caution among investors. This situation led to increased hedging by importers as crude prices fluctuated, trading at $75.8 per barrel. Global stocks rose on AI enthusiasm, but the rupee's stability remains fragile.
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