RBI Reports Net Forex Purchase in June Amid Capital Inflows; Credit Card Spending Exceeds ₹2 Trillion
In June, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recorded a net purchase of $561 million in the foreign exchange market, reversing three months of net sales amid rising foreign capital inflows. The RBI bought $30.89 billion and sold $30.33 billion, supporting the rupee which appreciated by 0.36% against the dollar. Measures to attract foreign investment included expanding access to long-term government securities and tax exemptions for foreign portfolio investors. Meanwhile, credit card spending in India surpassed ₹2 trillion for the third consecutive month in July, reflecting sustained consumer demand and growth in card issuance.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 25 Aug, 01:13 pm. Other outlets followed.