Rupee loses 13 paise to close at 96.42 per US dollar

The Indian rupee lost 13 paise to close at 96.42 per US dollar, its weakest level in over two months. This decline is attributed to persistent foreign investor outflows and increased demand for dollars from oil companies. The Reserve Bank of India's intervention helped limit the rupee's losses, but markets are still waiting for the central bank's policy commentary to gauge its future stance on currency fluctuations. This weakening of the rupee may have implications for India's trade and economy, particularly in the context of import costs.

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The rupee has weakened to its lowest level in over two months due to persistent foreign investor outflows and oil prices. This could lead to higher import costs and decreased investor confidence in the Indian currency.

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