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Rupee slips 3 paise to 95.74 against US dollar
The rupee pared initial gains to settle 3 paise lower at 95.74 against the US dollar on Monday, pressured by a stronger dollar, crude prices, importer demand and caution over fresh US sanctions on Iran amid weak domestic equity markets
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- Why it matters
- A weaker rupee increases the cost of imports and foreign debt repayment for Indian businesses and consumers buying goods priced in dollars.
- Most affected
- Indian importers — Face higher costs for foreign goods and materials priced in dollars.
Indian companies with dollar debt — Must spend more rupees to service foreign borrowings. - Likely next
- Whether the rupee weakens further against the dollar in coming sessions, or stabilizes at current levels.
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