Indian equity indices experienced a nearly 1% decline on Friday, marking the fourth consecutive week of losses, influenced by disappointing earnings from major companies and cautious sentiment in Asian markets. The NSE Nifty concluded at 24,837.00, while the BSE Sensex closed at 81,463.09. Investors are also showing concern about the potential impact of the India-US trade deal.
Rupee touches one-week high; RBI plans to ease dollar bids
The rupee hit a one-week high as expectations of RBI measures to curb oil refiners’ dollar demand boosted sentiment and eased pressure on the currency.