<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The rupee opened flat against the US dollar at 86.07, with expectations to trade between 85.75 and 86.30 for the day.</li><li>Brent oil prices rose to $74.04 per barrel due to US president's warning on Israel-Iran conflict, causing concerns about supply disruptions.</li><li>Conflicting reports on Iran seeking a ceasefire and soft economic data from China also influenced oil prices.</li><li>The dollar index reached 98.21, with the Euro at 1.1553 and GBP at 1.3566.</li><li>Bank of Japan expected to maintain policy rates, potentially slowing bond purchases next year amid economic uncertainties.</li><li>Rupee touched 85.75 on Monday but fell to 86.12 after Trump's comments on Tehran evacuation.</li><li>If rupee surpasses 86.20, importers might face challenges as dollar could rise to 86.70.</li><li>Reserve Bank of India selling dollars above 86.20 has stabilized the rupee.</li><li>Oil prices are crucial for the rupee due to foreign investments and companies buying dollars for outflows.</li><li>Tuesday's trading range depends on conflict progression and RBI's actions in the market.</li></ul>

Rupee Opens Flat Against US Dollar As Israel-Iran Reach Impasse

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