Indian rupee ended considerably lower against the US dollar on Wednesday, on increased demand for the greenback from importers and banks amid deepening geopolitical tensions. Sentiments were impacted as higher crude prices will fuel already escalating inflation across economies. India meets it 80 percent of its oil requirement through imports and rising prices will not only fan inflation but will also result in a worsening of current and fiscal deficit. Adding more pessimism, India Ratings said the ongoing geopolitical risks arising from the Russia-Ukraine war would push India's import bills higher for items such as mineral oils and gas, gems and jewellery, edible oils and fertilisers. On the global front, sterling rose against the euro on Wednesday, with investors focusing on shifting market bets on UK and euro zone rate hikes amid concerns about the economic impact of the war in Ukraine.
Finally, the rupee ended at 75.71, weaker by 38 paise from its previous close of 75.33 on Monday. The currency touched a high and low of 75.86 and 75.56 respectively.
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