Rupee's fall past 87/USD on tariff worries prompts likely intervention

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The Indian rupee weakened to its lowest level since mid-March, reaching 86.23 against the U.S. dollar, amid concerns over potential U.S. tariffs on Indian exports. President Trump suggested tariffs of 20%-25%, adding pressure from ongoing foreign portfolio outflows. While the Reserve Bank of India's intervention limited losses, uncertainty persists.