Rupee weakens for third session as importers step up dollar bids, foreign outflows bite

The Indian rupee has weakened for the third consecutive session due to increased demand for the US dollar from importers. This has led to a decline in the value of the rupee against the dollar. The weakness in the rupee is also attributed to foreign outflows, which have seen foreign investors selling Indian equities. This has added to market pressures and concerns over inflation and import costs, particularly with rising oil prices.

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The Indian rupee is declining due to increased dollar buying by importers, and elevated oil prices are also contributing to the decline. Foreign outflows are further weakening the rupee.

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