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Rupee falls 17 paise against US dollar as FCNR swap deadline weighs down sentiment

Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-08-17

Rupee falls 17 paise against US dollar as FCNR swap deadline weighs down sentiment

The Indian rupee fell against the US dollar at the start of Monday, influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's move to advance a deposit swap deadline. While the bank had previously drawn in substantial foreign currency, analysts predict temporary support for the rupee, though overall weakness is expected. Additionally, domestic stock markets recorded a drop early in the trading session. Rupee began the week on a negative note, depreciating 17 paise to 95.59 against the US dollar in early trade, as investor sentiment turned cautious following the Reserve Bank of India's decision to bring forward the cut-off date for

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