Rupee up 24 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 26 (UNI) The rupee on Monday advanced 24 paise at 85.04 in early trade on brisk selling of the US dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex market.
The domestic unit was seen as stronger due to a softer dollar against other world currencies, along with a strong opening in the stock market, the dealer informed.
The rupee recorded intraday highs and lows at 85.00 and 85.18, respectively, the dealer added.
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