[5]That matters directly for equities: a softer rupee can pressure foreign returns and can amplify risk-off behavior when global investors are already cautious. Volatility is cheap—until it isn’t: With India VIX near record lows in recent analysis, markets may be pricing a smooth ride. [19]With India VIX near record lows in recent analysis, markets may be pricing a smooth ride. [20]Even if India’s domestic story is steady, global risk sentiment can shift quickly around Fed communication, especially when U.S. equities are sitting near record levels into year-end. [23]References1. www.reuters.com, 2. www.reuters.com, 3. www.reuters.com, 4. www.reuters.com, 5. www.reuters.com, 6. m.economictimes.com, 7. timesofindia.indiatimes.com, 8. www.reuters.com, 9. www.reuters.com, 10. m.economictimes.com, 11. m.economictimes.com, 12. www.livemint.com, 13. economictimes.indiatimes.com, 14. economictimes.indiatimes.com, 15. economictimes.indiatimes.com, 16. www.reuters.com, 17. m.economictimes.com, 18. timesofindia.indiatimes.com, 19. m.economictimes.com, 20. www.reuters.com, 21. economictimes.indiatimes.com, 22. www.reuters.com, 23. m.economictimes.com

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