On February 26, the Indian rupee rose 2 paise to 82.89 against the US dollar due to foreign funds inflow and lower crude oil prices.

The Indian rupee rose 2 paise to 82.89 against the US dollar in early trade on February 26, due to foreign funds inflow and lower crude oil prices in the overseas market. The domestic unit faced pressure from subdued equity market sentiment and a strengthening American currency. Investors were cautious ahead of inflation and other macroeconomic data to be released in India and the US.