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INR slips in opening trades as dollar recovers marginally; downside seen limited
The Indian rupee fell 10 paise to 95.28 against the American currency in early trade on Monday, weighed down by slight uptick of the American currency in the overseas market. However, positive cues from local equities and easing international oil prices are likely to limit downside in the counter. Indian shares are seen opening in green, with underlying sentiment likely to remain underpinned by improving earnings visibility and expectations of a more supportive global liquidity environment going forward. The BSE Sensex gained 176.99 points (0.23%) to open at 77,940.90, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 36.00 points (0.15%) to open at 24,306.85.
INR settles on a positive note; Easing oil prices, positive local equities support
The Indian rupee appreciated 26 paise to 94.90 against US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices. Rupee opened on a positive note as crude oil prices have fallen back to levels seen before the West Asia conflict. Even global risk sentiment has stabilised compared to the panic witnessed a few weeks ago. Foreign investors poured nearly USD 5.3 billion into Indian bond markets during June, marking the first month of positive inflows after three consecutive months of outflows. The Indian equity benchmarks closed sharply higher, with the BSE Sensex surging 579.48 points (0.75%) to settle at 77,502.12 and the NSE Nifty 50 advancing 169.85 points (0.71%) to end at 24,175.70.
INR seen supported by easing crude oil prices
The Indian rupee appreciated 26 paise to 94.90 against US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices. The rupee opened on a positive note as crude oil prices have fallen back to levels seen before the West Asia conflict. Brent crude slipped below $71 a barrel after signs of progress in indirect US-Iran talks eased concerns over India's inflation and import bill. Even global risk sentiment has stabilised compared to the panic witnessed a few weeks ago. Meanwhile, foreign investors poured nearly USD 5.3 billion into Indian bond markets during June, marking the first month of positive inflows after three consecutive months of outflows. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 67 paise to close near a three-week low of 95.23 against the US dollar. The BSE Sensex is trading up roughly 400 points at 77,321.07, while the NSE Nifty 50 has crossed the key psychological hurdle to trade at 24,129.75.
INR slumps back beyond Rs 95 per dollar mark as dollar stays firm; positive local equities cap downside
The Indian rupee depreciated 67 paise to close near a three-week low of 95.23 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, as a strengthening dollar index weighed on emerging market currencies. The USD/INR pair witnessed significant pressure due to the strengthening of the American currency in the overseas market, persistent capital outflows, and broader Asian currency weakness. Moreover, market sentiment turned highly cautious, following the breach of the psychological level of 95.00. Local equities also rebounded driven by positive global cues, a drop in crude oil prices, and easing geopolitical tensions. The NSE Nifty 50 gained 140.10 points (0.59%) to close at 24,005.85, while the BSE Sensex climbed 443.97 points (0.58%) to settle at 76,922.64.
MFs wary of Sebi plan to allow celeb ads, cite mis-selling, edge for big entities
Sebi's proposal to let mutual fund houses use celebrity endorsements has sparked a debate over investor protection and competition. While supporters say it could bring in more first-time investors, critics fear higher mis-selling risks and a growing advantage for large fund houses.
INR loses momentum in opening trades as geopolitical uncertainty continues to weigh
The Indian rupee lost momentum against the American currency in early trade on Tuesday, as month-end demand for dollars from importers and corporates added pressure on the domestic unit. INR opened at Rs 94.60 per dollar and slipped to a low of 95.55 before recovering back to 94.63 so far during the day. Losses for the rupee were partly cushioned by relatively stable crude oil prices globally. However, concerns about potential supply disruptions in the Gulf and continued uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiments. Meanwhile, the Indian stock market opened higher this morning, with the BSE Sensex rising around 100 points to hover near the 76,825 mark and the Nifty 50 crossing the 24,030 level, which could lend some support to the local currency.
INR settles lower as renewed geopolitical tensions hit investors' risk appetite
The Indian rupee pared initial gains and settled lower by 9 paise at 94.54 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, as renewed geopolitical tensions hit investors' risk appetite. The rupee opened on a positive note with crude oil prices remaining supportive and foreign inflows improving, but a renewed flare-up in geopolitical tensions after fresh military exchanges between the US and Iran dented investor sentiment. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.36, then gained momentum and touched an intraday high of 94.25 and a low of 94.56 against the American currency. On June 29, 2026, the Indian stock market snapped its two-day winning streak with the benchmark indices ending lower. Nifty 50 declined by 109.75 points (0.46%) to close at 23,946.25.BSE Sensex slid by 372.10 points (0.48%) to close at 76,728.37.
INR rebounds in opening trades; Gains unlikely to hold
The Indian rupee appreciated in opening trades on Monday as a temporary pause in Middle East attacks and upcoming diplomatic talks in Qatar is supporting broader Asian currency markets. However, the rally is unlikely to sustain given broad strength in dollar and rebounding international oil prices. Besides, negative cues from equities are also likely to add pressure on the counter. INR opened at Rs 94.36 per dollar and hit a high of 94.25 so far during the day. On Thursday, the pair ended at 94.45 as Friday was a market holiday on account of Muharram. As of the morning trade on June 29, 2026, the Indian benchmark indices are trading flat, with the NSE Nifty 50 hovering around 24,056.00 and the BSE Sensex trading near 77,100.47.
Stocks to buy below ₹100: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
Next week, Bank Nifty's trading range is set between 57,000 and 59,000, with breakouts suggesting future trends. Analyst Mehul Kothari advises buying Trident, UCO Bank, and MMTC under ₹100, as the Indian market remains strong amid mixed signals and easing crude oil prices.
Rajesh Palviya of Axis Sec suggests JSW Infrastructure, Ind-Swift Laboratories, Welspun Living shares to buy next week
The Indian stock market will remain closed on June 26 for the Muharram holiday. Benchmark indices extended their winning streak ahead of the holiday, with Nifty 50 closing at 24,056 and Sensex at 77,100.47, boosted by easing crude oil prices and supportive measures for the rupee.
Sterlite Tech hits 5% upper circuit on QIP launch; zooms 495% in 6 months
Sterlite Technologies plans to raise up to ₹1,500 crore through the QIP route. Recently, Bandhan Mutual Fund sold 1.82 million equity shares of STL in open market trade.
From Gift Nifty, Nasdaq selloff, US dollar to oil prices: 10 key things that changed for Indian stock market overnight - Mint
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