Rupee weakened 5 paise to 94.98 against US dollar in early trade.
Context
What happened: The rupee slipped 5 paise to 94.98 against the US dollar in early trade, pressured by high crude oil rates and ongoing geopolitical conflicts.
Key numbers: Rupee at 94.98 per US dollar, down 5 paise. Dollar index down 0.15 percent.
Why it matters: India's forex reserves have declined, which the content says could affect currency stability, while RBI intervention may support the rupee at lower levels.