The Reserve Bank of India has stepped in to halt the rupee’s fall. This move forces banks to unwind dollar positions, potentially leading to a Rs 4,000 crore loss for the banking sector. Banks had profited from differences in dollar rates between local and offshore markets. The RBI’s action aims to curb one-sided bets against the rupee.
US Stocks: S&P, Nasdaq end lower as investors weigh Middle East conflict outlook
U.S. stocks closed mostly lower as President Trump’s conflicting messages on Iran and escalating Middle East conflict weighed on markets. Despite optimism over discussions, threats