The Indian rupee has depreciated significantly this year and is expected to weaken further due to global conditions. Despite improvements in the current account deficit, ongoing foreign portfolio outflows create pressure on the currency. High crude oil prices continue to inflate the import bill, exacerbating the rupee’s depreciation. Recent interventions by the Reserve Bank of India aim to stabilize the currency amidst these pressures.
Equity MF inflows slide 14%; large & midcaps gain traction
Inflows into equity mutual fund schemes fell by 14% in October, reflecting a trend of reduced investor allocations. Although smallcap funds saw decreasing inflows, large