Rupee rises 5 paise to 95.57 against U.S. dollar in early trade

The rupee gained 5 paise to 95.57 against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Wednesday (September 23, 2026), supported by falling crude oil prices and a broader recovery in Asian currencies.

Forex traders said going ahead, the currency market direction will majorly be driven by unfolding geopolitical developments.

Softer crude oil prices remain the major support for the rupee, while a firm American currency after the US Fed's rate hike and foreign portfolio outflows remain the main concerns.

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.58 and then touched 95.57 against the American currency, registering a gain of 5 paise from its previous close. On Tuesday (September 22, 2026), the rupee had settled at 95.62 against the U.S. dollar.