Non-deliverable forwards indicate the rupee will open at around 81.93-81.96 to the U.S. dollar, compared with its spot close of 82.1750 in the previous session.

The rupee appreciated sharply by 40 paise to 85.05 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday (May 26, 2025) on the back of a weak American currency index and positive domestic equity markets.