The Indian rupee depreciated to 85.75 against the dollar on Monday, influenced by robust dollar demand from both foreign and domestic banks. Despite a weakening dollar index and gains in other Asian currencies, the rupee’s decline was tempered by likely RBI intervention through state-run banks. The rupee traded within a narrow band, impacted by oil companies and importer demand.
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