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Indian Rupee Plummets Amid Trade War Fears

2/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On February 3, 2025, the Indian rupee hit a historic low of 87.29 against the US dollar, ignited by President Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. This alarming development raised concerns of a looming global trade war, leading to a dramatic plunge in the Indian stock market, with the Sensex and Nifty experiencing steep declines.

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Historical Context

On February 3, 2025, the Indian rupee fell to 87.29 against the US dollar, echoing the 1930 Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act's impact during the Great Depression. Like then, aggressive tariffs provoke global trade tensions, destabilizing markets and leading to sharp declines in stock indices, including India's Sensex and Nifty.

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Story summary

On February 3, 2025, the Indian rupee hit a historic low of 87.29 against the US dollar, ignited by President Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. This alarming development raised concerns of a looming global trade war, leading to a dramatic plunge in the Indian stock market, with the Sensex and Nifty experiencing steep declines.

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