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Rupee rebounds after five-day slide as oil prices dip and risk mood improves
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Published on 6 May 2026
A crude retreat just flipped the rupee’s fate
The Indian rupee snapped a five-day losing streak on Wednesday, rising 23 paise in early trade to open near 94.95 against the U.S. dollar. After earlier volatility pushed it to record lows above 95, easing global Brent crude prices—linked to peace hopes—helped improve market sentiment for India’s import-heavy economy.
- Rupee gained 23 paise, reversing a five-day losing run
- It opened around 95.00 and strengthened quickly to near 94.95
- Brent crude fell toward $108, boosting sentiment
- Geopolitical de-escalation hints reduced pressure on import costs
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