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Returns for Indian investors in US stocks are a combination of two factors: market performance and currency depreciationread moreThe Indian rupee’s steady decline against the US dollar has been a subject of concern for policymakers, businesses and consumers alike. The currency recently breached the Rs87 mark, having fallen from Rs74.5 on January 1, 2022, to Rs87.39 as of March 3, 2025. This depreciation has led to higher import costs, a widening trade deficit and pressure on India’s current account balance. However, for Indians looking to invest in US markets, this...

Alden Bentley, Harry Robertson and Ankur Banerjee  |  ReutersTrump doubles tariffs on China; China retaliates with tariffs on US goodsUnited States President Donald Trump doubled the tariff on Chinese imports, bringing that rate to 20%. China retaliated by announcing 15% tariffs on various imports from the US.Fox - SeattleThe dollar fell to a three-month low on Tuesday as concerns about slowing growth and the impact from tariffs on the U.S. economy outweighed any potential boost from new levies on Canada, China and Mexico.President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico took effect Tuesday, along with a doubling of duties on Chinese goods to 20%.In response, China said it will...