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The Indian rupee and government bonds are expected to remain volatile this week as traders eye key global and domestic events, including the U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision and the August 1 reciprocal tariff deadline. The rupee closed at 86.5150 per U.S. dollar on Friday, down 0.4% for the week, amid foreign portfolio outflows and uncertainty over a U.S.-India trade deal.
The Federal Reserve is widely anticipated to keep interest rates unchanged, but markets will closely track Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks for clues on future rate cuts. Upcoming U.S. labor market and inflation data will also provide insights into how tariffs are impacting the economy.
While the U.S. recently struck a trade deal with the European Union, imposing 15% tariffs—half the previously threatened rate—India’s talks remain stalled over sensitive sectors like dairy and agriculture. Traders expect the rupee to trade in the 86.30–87 range with a bearish bias, driven by potential “news-led price action.”
India’s 10-year benchmark bond yield, currently at 6.3505%, is projected to fluctuate between 6.31% and 6.38%. Investors are also watching the Reserve Bank of India’s August 6 policy meeting amid speculation of further rate cuts following a record low in retail inflation.
Foreign investors have poured over 100 billion rupees into Indian bonds in the past five weeks, citing strong fundamentals, controlled inflation, and India’s significant weight in global emerging market indices. Analysts believe these factors will continue to attract overseas investment despite short-term volatility.
Key economic data releases this week include India’s June fiscal deficit, industrial output, and HSBC manufacturing PMI, alongside U.S. consumer confidence, GDP, and non-farm payrolls. These indicators are likely to set the tone for currency and bond market movements heading into August.
