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Rupee sinks to record low 95 23 as oil surges and Fed stays hawkish
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
Why oil and Fed wording can swing your imports
The rupee hit a fresh record low of 95.23 per USD as high energy prices and a hawkish US Federal Reserve pressure the currency. Slumping year-to-date, the move raises the cost of imports and erodes foreign-investment returns. India’s external sector is also contending with weaker capital flows and trade headwinds, compounding the strain.
- Rupee reaches an all-time low at 95.23 vs USD
- Oil-driven energy costs are a major pressure point
- A hawkish Fed stance keeps global dollar demand firm
- Higher import bills and weaker capital flows add risks
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