On Friday, the Indian rupee made a notable leap, finishing the day above the 96 per dollar threshold. The surge was largely attributed to robust actions from the Reserve Bank of India, following a dip towards 97 mid-week. Traders noted a wave of dollar offerings from state-run banks, part of a broader strategy to stabilize the rupee’s performance.
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.