Rupee
Can oil prices above $90-100 over next few months pull Nifty 50 to 20,000 levels? What experts say
As the Indian stock markets have moved from earnings-driven to oil-driven trading in the near term, analysts expect higher-for-longer prices to drive another 8-10% correction in Sensex and Nifty 50.
5 min read04:52 PM ISTRupee opens 21 paise higher at 93.17 against US dollar as crude oil prices retreat
The rupee opened at 93.17 against the US dollar on April 15, gaining support from lower oil prices and positive sentiment about US-Iran peace talks. Brent crude fell to $94.40, as discussions may restart in Pakistan, according to US President Trump.
2 min read09:09 AM ISTRupee weakens 55 paise to open at 93.28 against US dollar as crude oil prices spike
The Indian rupee weakened to 93.28 on April 13, amid rising oil prices and a volatile ceasefire between the US and Iran. Stock indices declined, with the Sensex dropping over 1600 points. Concerns about inflation and economic outlook persist for oil-importing India.
2 min read13 Apr 2026Banks scramble to meet RBI’s forex deadline, expect curbs to last months
Banks rushed to cut forex exposures to meet RBI’s NOP cap, hitting profits and disrupting strategies. While the move has stabilized the rupee, lenders expect the ‘temporary’ curbs to stay longer amid global uncertainties and continued currency volatility.
3 min read10 Apr 2026Rupee opens 9 paise higher at 92.57 against US dollar
The rupee traded at 92.57 against the US dollar on April 10, boosted by RBI actions but facing downward pressure from high oil prices and equity outflows. Analysts expect limited strength for the currency as uncertainties persist in global markets and economic conditions remain challenging.
2 min read10 Apr 2026Rupee opens 8 paise lower at 92.66 against US dollar as crude oil prices rise
On April 9, the Indian rupee opened at 92.66 against the US dollar, influenced by concerns over oil shipments amid the Iran ceasefire. Brent crude futures rose over 2%, while the RBI maintained the repo rate at 5.25%, projecting stable economic growth and robust forex reserves.
2 min read9 Apr 2026Mint Quick Edit | The US-Iran ceasefire's stock-market leap: A blip or a peace deal within reach?
Markets rode a wave of relief as a break in the US-Israel-Iran war softened crude oil prices and allayed fears of disaster. Indian stock market indices went up nearly 4% on Wednesday. But then, peace is easier sought than achieved.
1 min read9 Apr 2026Rupee jumps 36 paise to open at 92.64 per dollar as crude oil prices crash amid US-Iran ceasefire; RBI policy in focus
The rupee strengthened by 36 paise to 92.64 per dollar, aided by falling oil prices and a ceasefire in the Middle East. Analysts predict stability for the rupee, with the Reserve Bank of India expected to maintain interest rates amid rising inflation concerns.
2 min read8 Apr 2026Rupee could fall to 100/dollar if oil stays above $110/barrel: Neelkanth Mishra
The Axis Bank chief economist's comments come at a time when the local unit has fallen by 4.5% against the dollar since the war in West Asia began on 28 February, and 11% in FY26, hitting an all-time low of 95.1250 per dollar on 30 March.
2 min read7 Apr 2026USD vs INR: When will FIIs come back to India? DSP MF answers
DSP Mutual Fund suggests that foreign investor flows into India may be reversing due to weak macro sentiment and reasonable valuations, creating contrarian opportunities for global investors. Despite significant outflows, the current market environment could attract foreign capital in the future.
4 min read7 Apr 2026