On January 13, 2026, the Indian rupee closed at 90.19 per U.S. dollar, slipping 0.04% from its previous close of 90.15. The minor depreciation was attributed to dollar strength in global markets and cautious investor sentiment ahead of key U.S. inflation data and domestic corporate earnings.
The Indian rupee ended Tuesday’s session slightly weaker, reflecting subdued investor sentiment and global currency market trends. At the close of trade, the rupee stood at 90.19 per U.S. dollar, down 0.04% compared to its previous finish of 90.15.
Key Highlights
Closing level: Rupee provisionally ended at 90.19/USD, marking a marginal decline.
Market drivers: The weakness was largely due to dollar strength overseas and cautious trading ahead of U.S. inflation data.
Domestic context: Traders noted muted demand for the rupee amid corporate earnings season, with foreign inflows balancing out some pressure.
Broader outlook: Analysts expect the rupee to remain range-bound in the near term, with global macroeconomic cues and crude oil prices influencing movement.
Market Context
Despite the minor dip, the rupee has shown resilience in recent weeks, supported by steady foreign investment and robust domestic growth. Short-term volatility is likely as global central banks’ policy signals and commodity price trends continue to shape currency markets.
Sources: Reuters (RTRS live forex update), NSE Currency Market Data, Economic Times Market Coverage