Rupee down by 17 paise against USD

rupee vs US Dollar

The Rupee on Thursday slipped further by 17 paise to 69.06 against the US Dollar in opening trade on brisk demand for US Dollars by bankers and importers, dealers at Forex market said.

The domestic unit tumbled down on firm dollar against other currencies.

The Indian currency registered intra day high and low at 69.11 and 68.96 respectively, dealer added. (UNI)