FM Sitharaman defends rupee stability, says it’s not depreciating against any currency other than USD
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rejected concerns over the recent depreciation of the Indian rupee, stating that the currency has remained stable against most global counterparts despite pressure from a strengthening US dollar.CompanyValueChange%ChangeIn an interview with PTI, Sitharaman acknowledged the rupee’s nearly 3% decline against the dollar in recent months, calling it a concern due to its impact on import costs. However, she dismissed claims of broader weakness in the local currency."I am concerned, but I will not accept the criticism that 'Oh, the rupee is weakening!' Our macroeconomic fundamentals are...