The rupee depreciated 13 paise to close at an all-time low of 88.81 against the US dollar on Tuesday, weighed down by negative domestic equities and a strong American currency against major crosses overseas.
Forex traders said foreign fund outflows amid a risk-off mode globally further dented investor sentiment.
However, a decline in crude oil prices and reports of RBI intervention supported the local unit and restricted the slide.
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