The rupee appreciated 14 paise to 96.28 against the US dollar in early trade, supported by gains in domestic equities. However, higher crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in West Asia and continued FII outflows limited the local currency's advance
The rupee depreciated by 5 paise to close at Rs 94.56 against the US dollar, weighed down by a stronger greenback and risk-off sentiment. Stable crude oil prices and expected central bank intervention helped limit losses during the trading session