The rupee drops to a record low of 89.59/$: reasons why the impressive Q2 GDP doesn’t improve outlook

Despite the staggering GDP figure, the Indian rupee fell to new lows. The solid Q2 GDP report was overshadowed by FII outflows and uncertainties around the US-India trade pact, which kept the rupee trading well below the 89.50/$ barrier. The currency fell significantly from its November low of 89.49/$. Despite the spectacular Q2 GDP numbers,…

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Rupee falls to an all-time low of 89.48 as hopes for a Fed cut weaken and the US-India deal remains uncertain.

Due to declining risk appetite, dwindling hopes for a Federal Reserve rate decrease, and uncertainty around a US-India trade agreement, the Indian rupee fell to a record low against the dollar on Friday. The rupee fell from its previous all-time low of 88.80, which was reached in late September and earlier this month, to 89.48….

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