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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.
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.
Indian shares set to open lower as US-Iran tensions lift oil prices - Reuters
Indian shares set to open lower as US-Iran tensions lift oil pricesReuters
From Gift Nifty, US-Iran war to crude oil prices: 7 key things that changed for Indian stock market overnight - livemint.com
From Gift Nifty, US-Iran war to crude oil prices: 7 key things that changed for Indian stock market overnightlivemint.com
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Indian investors will track the continuing attacks on tankers by Iranian forces, which are increasing concerns among shipowners. Oil marketing companies, including Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation, may remain on investors’ radar amid developments in crude markets. Also, the government has decided to exercise the entire green shoe option in the Cochin Shipyard Offer for Sale (OFS) after strong investor response on the first day. Further, US markets are trading higher as investors rotate away from artificial intelligence-linked stocks. Oil prices remain in focus after vessel attacks in the Persian Gulf, with potential supply concerns keeping crude markets under watch.
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.
Indian state refiners ready for Iran oil if US extends waivers
Indian refiners are exploring Iranian crude purchases if US waivers extend beyond August. They have fully contracted shipments through August, limiting immediate buying options. Refiners may still buy Iranian oil if discounts are significant and competitive. Russia's oil is currently selling at steeper discounts, making Iranian oil less appealing. India's oil imports from Russia have surged to record levels recently.
India's MRPL books Iraq crude cargo after Strait of Hormuz reopening
Mangalore Refinery has chartered a vessel to load crude oil from Iraq. This marks the first such move by an Indian state-owned refiner since Hormuz reopened. The Aframax tanker Jasmin Joy will load oil from Basrah on July 19-20. Indian refiners faced difficulties securing ships from west of the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic waterway is crucial for global oil and gas supplies.
INR appreciates on improved market sentiment
The Indian rupee appreciated 15 paise to 95.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday on improved market sentiment after reports that Saudi Arabia has slashed August crude oil prices for Asia amid easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Lower Middle East risk premium and higher traffic from the Strait of Hormuz kept the oil prices lower. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 95.33 and later touched 95.28 against the American currency, registering a gain of 15 paise from its previous close. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at 95.43 against the US dollar, as a strengthening greenback weighed on emerging market currencies. Meanwhile, local markets are extending gains amid strong quarterly updates from banking heavyweights like HDFC Bank, favorable monsoon progress, and steady foreign institutional buying. The BSE Sensex was trading at 78,374.76, up by 89.69 points (0.11%), while the NSE Nifty 50 was up 38.90 points (0.16%) at ..
Sensex rises over 150 points, Nifty above 24,450 as market extends gains for the 5th consecutive day
Indian stock markets traded higher on Tuesday, extending gains for a fifth consecutive session. Oil prices remained near pre-war levels, and foreign investors continued their buying trend. Sensex and Nifty both saw upward movement, with broader markets also participating in the rally. Certain sectors like IT advanced, while others experienced declines. Experts anticipate an uptrend supported by economic fundamentals and favorable interest rates.
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