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The drop in major Indian indices and a weakening rupee could affect investment returns and purchasing power for market participants, as highlighted by the recent decline linked to higher crude prices and global weakness.
Benchmark indices experienced a decline on Friday due to high Brent crude oil prices and global market weakness. Nifty was noted to face immediate resistance at 22,850 levels, with previous week's high acting as a hurdle. The rupee fell against the dollar for the second consecutive day, impacted by rising crude prices. Foreign portfolio investors were net buyers, while domestic institutional investors also increased their holdings.