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Rupee eases as importer demand outweighs regional currency strength
The rupee slipped against the dollar as strong corporate and importer demand overshadowed gains in Asian currencies, with limited exporter inflows and payment-related buying capping any meaningful recovery.
The Indian rupee edged lower against the U.S. dollar as sustained corporate dollar buying by importers and oil companies offset mild gains across Asian peers. Market participants noted that exporter inflows were limited, while month-end payment-related demand kept pressure on the local currency. Broader regional sentiment remained stable, supported by a softer dollar index and steady global risk appetite.