The Indian rupee is exhibiting mixed performance in recent trading sessions, largely influenced by the U.S. Federal Reserve's dovish minutes and upcoming remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Initially, the rupee opened little changed following the Fed's minutes, which did not boost Asian currency peers. However, it later dipped as forward premiums increased amid expectations of impending rate cuts by the Fed. In subsequent trading, the rupee gained strength, supported by positive movements in other Asian currencies, although gains were limited by bids from oil firms. As traders await further cues from Powell regarding interest rate cuts, the rupee closed higher, reflecting a shift in focus toward these remarks.
Indian rupee closes higher as focus turns to Fed Powell's remarks https://t.co/yRvXId0gHy via @Reuters
Rupee closes higher as focus turns to Powell's remarks https://t.co/iArpDRUySq https://t.co/fldwDXDrzL
Indian rupee lifted by gains in Asian peers, oil firms' bids cap upside https://t.co/lp6tfFOEup via @Reuters