The Indian rupee hit an all-time low of 91.08 against the US dollar, driven by significant foreign investor outflows and FDI repatriation. Experts suggest the rapid depreciation is partly speculative, with the currency expected to slow its decline as its Real Effective Exchange Rate makes it more competitive internationally.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.