Rupee hits new record low near 97 against dollar, oil prices and bond yields keep pressure on currency

The Indian rupee hit an all-time low against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by soaring oil prices and rising US Treasury yields. Geopolitical tensions and potential global rate hikes further weakened emerging market currencies. Analysts warn of continued pressure on the rupee, with forecasts revised upwards. Reserve Bank of India interventions helped curb the decline.

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