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Rupee traded in a narrow band and slipped 4 paise to 85.19 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, as gains from upbeat domestic equities were offset by dollar short-covering among investors. Forex analysts noted ongoing concerns about global economic headwinds stemming from tariffs and US monetary policy, which could dampen overall demand. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 85.11 and later declined to 85.19 against the US dollar, marking a 4 paise drop from its previous close. On Monday, the rupee had gained...

Rupee sustained its upward momentum for the third consecutive session, closing 12 paise higher at 85.68 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday. The rally was supported by renewed foreign fund inflows and a weaker greenback. Forex traders attributed the rupee’s strength to upbeat domestic macroeconomic data and a 90-day pause on US reciprocal tariffs, which triggered broad-based buying in equities. Additionally, easing crude oil prices in the international market lent further support to the local unit. Also Read:Currency Market News: Rupee gains 26 paise to reach 85.54 vs dollar...