MUFG highlights the Indian Rupee's extreme vulnerability to the Strait of Hormuz conflict and high oil prices, forecasting a move toward USD/INR 100.00. The RBI is expected to respond with at least 50bps in repo rate hikes to support the currency and manage inflation.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The Indian Rupee is highly vulnerable to the Strait of Hormuz conflict, with USD/INR potentially reaching 100.00 in a severe scenario.
- 2.MUFG forecasts the RBI will hike the repo rate by at least 50bps to 5.75% this fiscal year to support the INR and manage inflation.
- 3.Weak capital inflows into India are a structural issue that predates the current conflict, driven by a shift in the balance of payments.
Table of Contents
- Key Points
- FX Special Focus
- Possible Additional Measures to Support the Indian Rupee
- India Key Forecasts - Baseline
- USD/INR Scenarios Based on Oil Price and Strait of Hormuz Assumptions
- RBI Repo Rate Scenarios Based on Oil Price and Strait of Hormuz Assumptions
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Authors
Michael Wan
Securities
USDINRIndia 10-year yieldBrent OilRBI Repo Rate
Themes
Geopolitical Escalation in Middle EastBalance of Payments DeteriorationMonetary Policy TighteningMacroprudential/Administrative Currency Support
Regions
Asia PacificIndiaUnited StatesIran