The Indian rupee gained ground against the US dollar on the interbank market, opening at 90.22 and strengthening further to 90.12. The move represented an improvement of 18 paise from the previous close — roughly a 0.2% shift — giving the rupee a modest boost early in the trading session. Quick market snapshot Opening rate: … Read more
Why the dollar is gaining ground The US dollar has been firming as investors seek safety amid growing uncertainty. When markets turn cautious, demand rises for assets perceived as low-risk — and the dollar often benefits. That safe-haven demand, combined with shifts in interest-rate expectations and moves in Treasury yields, has pushed the greenback higher … Read more
Market moves: dollar benefits from safe-haven flows The U.S. dollar strengthened as investors sought safety amid uncertain market conditions. Forex traders said demand for safe-haven assets drove the greenback higher, even as softer crude oil prices provided a measure of support for some domestic currencies. Why the dollar gained When investors grow cautious about risk … Read more
Currency markets feel the strain as foreign flows and importer demand rise Forex traders say two persistent forces have been weighing on investor confidence: steady foreign fund outflows and elevated dollar demand from importers. Together, these pressures are nudging local currencies lower and creating uncertainty for markets and policymakers. Why outflows and importer demand matter … Read more
The dollar index edged lower, down about 0.15% to 98.17. The move is modest but meaningful for traders watching currency markets, commodities and global risk sentiment. Below we break down likely drivers, market impacts and what investors may watch next. Why the dollar dipped The small decline in the dollar index can reflect several forces … Read more
USD/INR Holds in Narrow Range as Conflicting Forces Balance The USD/INR pair traded in a tight range as easing crude oil prices provided some relief for the rupee, while a firmer US dollar index and continued foreign fund outflows limited gains. Forex traders described the market as cautious, with price action reflecting a tug-of-war between … Read more
The dollar index trades 0.09% higher at 98.32, a modest uptick that reflects shifting sentiment in currency and capital markets. While the move is small, it can have outsized effects across commodities, emerging-market assets and multinational earnings. Here’s a clear look at what this means and what market participants are watching next. Why a small … Read more
Financial markets are now pricing in at least two interest-rate cuts from the U.S. Federal Reserve. That shift in expectations is creating a growing divergence between the Fed’s policy path and those of other developed-economy central banks — and that divergence is chipping away at the dollar’s appeal. What markets are expecting Investors are rapidly … Read more
Rupee ends 2025 on a soft note, closes at 89.88 against the dollar On the last trading session of 2025, the Indian rupee slipped further, depreciating by 13 paise to close at 89.88 against the US dollar (provisional). Month-end dollar demand and active dollar buying by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) were the main drivers behind … Read more
The Indian rupee slipped to around 89.87 per US dollar, marking a decline of nearly 4.8% so far in 2025. This is the currency’s weakest performance since 2022 and has caught the attention of businesses, investors and policymakers. Why the rupee is weakening The fall in the rupee reflects a mix of global and domestic … Read more