Rising Brent crude prices and a weakening rupee are raising concerns for India’s economy. Policy interventions, including controlled fuel prices and tax reductions, are currently buffering the immediate inflationary impact. However, a sustained surge in oil prices could force retail price adjustments, leading to a sharper macro impact.
FPIs’ outflow nears Rs 33,000 crore in May on weaker rupee
However, the trend reversed in March, when foreign investors pulled out a record Rs 1.17 lakh crore. The selling continued in April with net outflows
May 31, 2026