Forex Update

India’s foreign exchange reserves declined to USD 688.87 billion, reflecting the interplay of currency market interventions, valuation adjustments, and evolving global economic conditions. The dip comes as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continues to manage volatility in the rupee while maintaining liquidity stability in domestic markets. Changes in gold holdings, foreign currency assets, and Special Drawing Rights contributed to the movement. While reserves remain near record highs, global factors—ranging from US interest rate policy to energy import costs—could shape short-term trends.

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India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $3 billion in the latest weekly data, reflecting ongoing market interventions to stabilize the rupee amid global financial volatility. The reserves now stand at approximately $651 billion, underscoring both the strength and the vulnerabilities in the country’s external sector position. Analysts attribute this drawdown primarily to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) proactive measures in the currency market to cushion the rupee against a strengthening dollar and global risk-off sentiments.

India’s foreign exchange reserves have climbed sharply by $4.84 billion, reaching $702.78 billion in the week ending June 27, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This brings the reserves within touching distance of their record high of $704.89 billion, last seen in September 2024. The increase was driven predominantly by a substantial rise in foreign currency assets, while gold reserves registered a decline. Despite this headline increase, a steep fall in the RBI’s forward dollar book suggests caution ahead.

India’s foreign exchange reserves experienced a notable recovery, rising by USD 4.84 billion to USD 702.78 billion in the week ending June 27, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This rebound follows a modest decline of USD 1.01 billion the previous week. While gold reserves dipped by USD 1.23 billion, other components such as Special Drawing Rights and India’s reserve position with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) recorded incremental gains.

India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by USD 2.294 billion to USD 698.95 billion in the week ending June 13, 2025, reflecting continued strength in the country’s external balance sheet. This marks the second consecutive week of robust gains, bringing the reserves close to their all-time high of USD 704.885 billion recorded in September 2024. The increase was driven by a rise in foreign currency assets, gold holdings, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), and India’s reserve position with the IMF.

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a sharp decline of USD 4.888 billion in the week ending May 16, 2025, bringing total holdings to USD 685.729 billion, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This drop follows a significant gain of USD 4.553 billion in the previous week and comes just months after the reserves reached a record high of USD 704.885 billion in September 2024. The fall was driven largely by a substantial dip in gold reserves, even as foreign currency assets posted a modest increase.

India’s foreign exchange reserves witnessed a sharp rise of USD 4.553 billion, reaching USD 690.617 billion for the week ended May 9, 2025, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The growth was largely driven by a significant jump in the country’s gold reserves, which increased by USD 4.518 billion. This recovery follows a dip in the previous week and reinforces India’s robust external position, even as minor declines were observed in other components such as Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and the IMF reserve position.

India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by USD 2.065 billion to USD 686.064 billion for the week ended May 2, 2025, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). While foreign currency assets posted a modest rise, a sharp fall in gold reserves and other components such as Special Drawing Rights and India’s IMF position dragged the overall reserve figure lower. Despite the drop, reserves remain near historic highs, offering a solid buffer against external shocks.

India's foreign exchange reserves reached USD 686.145 billion for the week ending April 18, marking an increase of USD 8.31 billion. This marks the seventh consecutive week of growth in the country's forex reserves, further strengthening its financial position. The rise was driven by a significant jump in foreign currency assets and gold reserves. As India's forex reserves inch closer to their all-time high, the data showcases the continued resilience of the Indian economy in maintaining strong liquidity buffers amidst global uncertainties.