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Dollar index adds strength as renewed tensions between US and Iran drive inflation concerns
Dollar index is adding strength on Wednesday morning in Asia following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran following recent attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes has kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies is quoting at 100.88, up marginally on the day. The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note remained near a one-month high of around 4.55% on Wednesday after climbing sharply in the previous session.
Indian Rupee loses momentum as international oil prices and dollar firms up
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as international oil prices and dollar firmed up following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes that kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. INR opened at Rs 95.15 per dollar and hit a low of 95.19 so far during the day. Local equities are also seen in negative tracking global peers on concerns that the AI-fueled rally in chipmakers may be losing momentum. The Nifty 50 has fallen below 24,250 while the BSE Sensex has tumbled over 550 points, trading around the 77,60077,800 range. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties.
Sensex tumbles over 550 points, Nifty falls below 24,250 as Iran-US conflict escalates
Indian stock markets experienced a decline on Wednesday as oil prices surged. Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell significantly due to renewed Iran-US conflict escalations. Broader market indices also slipped into the red, reflecting widespread bearish sentiment. Foreign investors, however, continued their buying trend for a fifth consecutive session. The Indian rupee opened lower against the US dollar amid these developments.
Rupee falls to 95.17 against dollar: Here's what is driving the currency lower
Indian rupee weakens to 95.17 per US dollar amid rising crude oil prices, higher US Treasury yields, and West Asia tensions.
Gold, Silver Rate Today: MCX gold price falls near ₹1.45 lakh per 10 grams, silver eases amid escalating US-Iran war
Gold, Silver Rate Today: Gold and silver prices in India opened lower on MCX, following weakness in global bullion prices, as escalation in the tensions between the US and Iran in the Middle East stoked inflation fears and lifted dollar.
Rupee falls 20 paise to open at 95.17 against US dollar amid rise in crude oil prices
Indian rupee fell to 95.17 against the US dollar due to rising crude oil prices and US Treasury yields, amid geopolitical tensions. Despite recent support from foreign portfolio investments, concerns over inflation persist, challenging the rupee's stability.
Gold near one-week low, silver extends losses: Key factors behind the fall
Gold and silver prices fell due to a stronger US dollar, rising oil prices, and increased expectations of a September US Federal Reserve rate hike.
Gold, silver prices today: Comex gold and silver edge lower amid Middle East tensions, firm US dollar
Precious metals declined on 7 July amid rising tensions in the Middle East and ahead of Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Gold and silver futures fell sharply, continuously influenced by international geopolitical concerns and fluctuations in the US dollar and crude oil prices.
FIIs extend buying streak to third day even as markets snap winning run
Foreign institutional investors remained net buyers for a third consecutive session on Tuesday, even as benchmark indices snapped a four-day winning streak. Domestic institutions turned sellers, while the rupee strengthened sharply against the US dollar.
INR seen supported by improving global risk sentiments
The Indian rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties. Market sentiment was also buoyed after Saudi Arabia slashed August crude oil prices for Asia by USD 11 per barrel. Moreover, softness in Brent oil prices is alaos expected to ease inflationary pressures for India, the world's third-largest oil importer. However, Indian shares ended slightly lower on Tuesday, with benchmark indexes Sensex and Nifty snapping a four-day winning streak. The Indian benchmark equity indices snapped their four-day winning streak, ending marginally lower due to late-session profit booking and weak Asian cues. The NSE Nifty 50 declined by 31.65 points (0.13%) to close at 24,398.70, while the BSE Sensex dropped 104.35 points (0.13%) to settle at 78,180.72.
Rupee Surges 48 Paise Against US Dollar To Close At 94.95 On Easing Oil Supply Concerns
On Monday, the rupee had depreciated 25 paise to close at 95.43 against the US dollar.