Global investors anticipate further depreciation of the Indian rupee, with some projecting a fall to 100 per dollar. This outlook is driven by rising oil import costs due to the US-Iran conflict and investor preference for the greenback. The rupee’s decline has already eroded local gains for foreign funds, prompting concerns about potential central bank intervention.
Fed’s Jefferson urges patience on rates; Kashkari sees more hikes ahead
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson stated that he sees no immediate need for further interest rate adjustments. He emphasized that future decisions would depend
October 1, 2026