Markets extend losing streak as rupee slumps, small-and mid-caps hit badly

Markets extend losing streak as rupee slumps, small-and mid-caps hit badly

The Indian rupee slipped to a fresh intra-day low of 90.14 against the US dollar in early trade and settled weaker at 90.19. The currency’s fall emerged as the key concern dampening investor sentiment, weighing on market confidence through the session. Market reaction Equity and bond markets took note of the rupee’s slide. Investors grew … Read more

Dollar set for ninth straight loss as traders eye Fed outlook; euro rises, yen falls

Dollar set for ninth straight loss as traders eye Fed outlook; euro rises, yen falls

Why the Fed’s direction is drawing attention As political winds shift, investors and businesses watch shifts in monetary policy closely. Moves by the Federal Reserve on interest rates and guidance shape borrowing costs, inflation expectations, and market stability. Any suggestion that a president could influence those decisions naturally becomes a focus for markets and economists. … Read more

Rupee dips below psychologically crucial 90 per US dollar mark

Rupee dips below psychologically crucial 90 per US dollar mark

The Indian rupee has been under pressure recently as foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) continue to pull money out and uncertainty over a US trade agreement dampens risk appetite. These twin forces are keeping the currency on the back foot, pushing traders and policymakers to watch flows and headlines closely. Why the rupee is slipping Persistent … Read more

Rupee comes within a whisker of 90 to dollar mark

Rupee comes within a whisker of 90 to dollar mark

The Indian rupee closed at a record low of 89.87 against the US dollar, extending a slide that has caught the attention of importers, exporters and policy makers. The move reflects a mix of global and domestic pressures that are reshaping currency markets. Why the rupee slipped to a record low The rupee’s weakness stems … Read more

Rupee likely to weaken further

Rupee likely to weaken further

Near-term outlook: a dip then a bounce Markets are pricing a near-term move where the domestic currency could slip to the 90.25–90.50 range against the dollar before staging a recovery. This pattern reflects short-lived pressure from a stronger dollar and portfolio flows, followed by forces that typically steady the currency. Why the currency might dip … Read more

Rupee slumps 42 paise to close at all-time low of 89.95 against US dollar; hits 90/$ intra-day

Rupee slumps 42 paise to close at all-time low of 89.95 against US dollar; hits 90/$ intra-day

Forex Traders See Sentiment Held Back by Multiple Pressures Market participants say investor mood remains fragile as several forces converge. Currency traders point to a steady stream of foreign fund outflows from equities and continued uncertainty around the Indo-US trade talks as key factors keeping volatility elevated. Why outflows matter When foreign investors reduce exposure … Read more