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Indian rupee ends flat as importer dollar bids erase oil retreat gains
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Oil falls but importers keep bidding dollars hard
The Indian rupee closed nearly unchanged on Wednesday, stuck between two opposing forces. A retreat in crude oil prices offered mild support, but steady dollar demand from local importers, including oil marketing companies, offset the boost. With importer bids continuing to absorb gains, the currency ended flat despite the softer energy price backdrop.
- Rupee closed nearly unchanged, showing balance of opposing pressures
- Crude oil retreat provided comfort, but gains were limited
- Persistent dollar bids from importers, including oil firms, weighed on the rupee
- Market momentum stayed cautious as demand for dollars held
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