Rupee ends unchanged on Wednesday

17 Oct 2012 Evaluate

Indian rupee ended unchanged at its previous close on Wednesday, as slender gains in local equity market were offset by dollar demand on account of some defense related payments. However, the depreciation of Indian currency was capped to a limited extent, thanks to the gains of Euro, largely after Moody's decision of affirming Spain's investment grade rating, assuaging widespread fears of a downgrade to junk status.  Additionally, improved risk appetite after two German lawmakers said the country is open to providing aid for Spain, signaling a softening of resistance before a summit of European Union leaders tomorrow, also supported the Indian unit.

Finally the rupee ended unchanged at its previous close of 52.88 on Tuesday. The currency touched a high and low of 53.01 and 52.65 respectively. The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) reference rate for the dollar stood at Rs 52.75 and for Euro it stood at Rs 69.0385 on October 17, 2012. While, the RBI’s reference rate for the Yen stood at 67.07 the reference rate for the Great Britain Pound (GBP) stood at 85.0768. The reference rates are based on 12 noon rates of a few select banks in Mumbai.

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