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How Trump 2.0 has changed the rupee-dollar rate story, in charts
US President Donald Trump has jolted the rupee-dollar market from its usual path of gentle depreciation, under a managed float. Mint explores how Trump 2.0 has impacted India’s rupee-dollar exchange rate policy.
3 min read6 Jul 2025With the US dollar at multi-year lows, could Indian stock market see a surge in FPI inflows?
Despite significant outflows in early 2025, Indian equities may benefit from a recent resurgence in foreign investment, driven by a falling US dollar and expectations of rate cuts. Analysts emphasize the positive effects on various sectors, though challenges remain from potential US recession fears.
3 min read4 Jul 2025Weak US dollar, low crude oil prices may fuel 8-10% rally in Nifty 50: Elara Capital
US Dollar Index has declined 10% YTD and currently stands around 96.70 — its lowest in over three years. Elara Capital expects the DXY to remain in the 95–99 range over the next two quarters, with an average of 100 for CY25, sharply lower than the 105 projected earlier this year.
2 min read3 Jul 2025US dollar index drops 11% in H1 2025: What's ailing the greenback?
The US dollar is on track for a six-month losing streak, declining 11% as investor sentiment wanes due to Trump's economic policies and rising government debt. Global demand for the dollar is weakening as central banks shift reserves toward gold and other currencies.
2 min read30 Jun 2025Rupee posts best weekly gain in over two years; weak crude oil prices, US dollar drive rally
The rupee gained 1.3% on the week, its best performance in two and a half years, to close at 85.4750 per U.S. dollar on Friday.
1 min read27 Jun 2025Rupee hits two-week high as US dollar weakens on Trump's attack on Fed chief Jerome Powell
The Indian rupee reached a fortnightly high at 85.7050 per U.S. dollar, influenced by a weaker dollar amid concerns over the Federal Reserve's independence. The dollar index fell to its lowest since March 2022, reflecting a 10% decline this year.
1 min read26 Jun 2025Gold prices poised for a 6-month winning run — first time in 23 years: Should you invest amid this historic rally?
Gold price is already up over 3% in June, and here's where it gets interesting: if gold ends positive in June, it would mark a rare six-month winning streak, last witnessed 23 years ago, in May 2002, according to a report by Axis Securities.
2 min read19 Jun 2025America’s crypto embrace could boost its arsenal for a trade war
Most stablecoins being dollar-based could grants the US an export advantage and expose Europe—and its currency—to risk. Is crypto-mercantilism something to worry about?
3 min read16 Jun 2025Mint Quick Edit | The dollar still gains when conflicts erupt
The US currency’s slide was arrested and reversed a bit by Israel’s attack on Iran. The dollar’s dominance is resilient alright, even as the endurance of America’s power in West Asia is back in geopolitical debate.
1 min read16 Jun 2025Gold is nearing ₹1 lakh, but experts believe there’s still room to grow
Invest via SIPs in gold ETFs or multi-asset funds as gold is expected to rise amid global uncertainty, say experts. The yellow metal could still rise as the dollar and rupee weaken.
3 min read16 Jun 2025