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India forex reserves surge to a record high in September and to provide cover for 11.2 months of goods imports, says RBI

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  • Forex reserves hit a record high in September, covering 11.2 months of goods imports
  • Strong foreign currency inflows followed the RBI’s concessional swap
  • Stronger reserves support the rupee and provide a buffer for Indian importers

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India’s sharp weekly forex reserve decline

India’s foreign exchange reserves fell about $14.88 billion to $765.90 billion in the week ended September 18. Foreign currency assets declined $14.8 billion, with an economist attributing $10.9 billion to actual dollar sales.

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