Rupee rises 25 paise to close at 87.84 against U.S. dollar

Image for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee appreciated 25 paise to close at 87.84 (provisional) against U.S. dollar on Wednesday (September 17, 2025), tracking a positive trend in domestic equities and supported by optimism over U.S.–India trade negotiations. Forex traders said the Indian rupee strengthened for the fourth consecutive session on…

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Classification of REITs as ‘equity’ to boost investment in Indian real estate: Industry

Markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI)‘ decision to classify Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as “equity” for investments by mutual funds is a progressive step that will widen investors’ participation and strengthen this instrument. To enhance investment by Mutual fund schemes in REITs, the SEBI Board last week approved the amendments to…

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