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India's FX reserves fall to $690.69bn in May from $698.49bn

Reserves decline from prior week

08 May 2026

The read

India's foreign exchange reserves fell to 690.69 billion in the week ended May 1, compared with 698.49 billion previously. The drop signals a reduction in the central bank's external buffer. No forecast was available. The decline narrows the cushion against external shocks.

Key numbers

  • Actual: 690.69
  • Previous: 698.49