Market Signal

Indian Rupee Strengthens as RBI Governor Calls Currency Undervalued

Sourced from 3 publications

  • RBI Governor Malhotra stated the rupee appears undervalued after depreciating about 6% since the West Asia conflict began on February 28.
  • The rupee strengthened on falling oil prices tied to US-Iran deal expectations and the central bank's valuation comments.
  • The RBI declared readiness to use all available tools and reserves to maintain orderly forex conditions.
  • Inflation management remains the central bank's primary monetary policy objective, a goal complicated by currency weakness.
  • Broader emerging market pressures from US tariff uncertainty have added to downward pressure on the rupee.

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