Rupee rises 16 paise to 95.73 against US dollar in early trade

The Hindu Business Line - Sep 18, 2026

Forex analysts said the retreat of crude prices below the $104-per-barrel level from a steep rise earlier this week eased pressure on the Indian currency, even as US bond yields fell from record highs

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