Rupee drops to two-month low as global bond rout deepens, oil jumps

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The Indian rupee fell to its weakest level in two months as global bond yields rose sharply. Oil prices soared past $100 per barrel, complicating the currency situation further. Investors are concerned about foreign portfolio outflows that are impacting the rupee adversely. Additionally, rising borrowing costs threaten government finances and could affect stocks negatively. A key US labor market report is set to be released soon.