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Rupee extended its losing streak for the fourth straight session on Wednesday, closing 45 paise lower at 86.71 (provisional) against the US dollar, amid heightened global tariff tensions. This decline came despite the Reserve Bank of India’s decision to reduce the key interest rate by 25 basis points to stimulate growth. Forex traders noted that, although global crude oil prices fell sharply and the US dollar weakened, the Indian currency remained under pressure due to persistent foreign fund outflows and muted sentiment in domestic equity markets. At the interbank foreign...

The rupee appreciated 25 paise to 86.80 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, as domestic equities opened on a higher note and Asian currencies continued to remain on the stronger side.Forex traders said the rupee could extend its gains in the near-term, as the dovish Fed expectation has pressured the greenback, further aiding the rupee’s recovery. However, global risk sentiment and oil price movements will play a crucial role in determining the next leg of the rupee’s trajectory. Story continues below this ad At the interbank foreign...