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Industry sources indicate that in the first half of this year, remittance flows from the Gulf — particularly the UAE — have
remained strong, underpinned by higher oil prices, stable employment, and steady demand for skilled and semi-skilled labour.
The rupee’s latest depreciation is likely to provide an additional lift in the second half of the year, as senders seek to lock in
better rates. Currency analysts note that for every dirham remitted now compared with rates earlier this year, recipients in India
can get several hundred rupees more on larger transfers.

This has encouraged expatriates to advance planned remittances, pre-pay family obligations, or channel extra funds into
investments and savings back home.

The UAE’s remittance industry is highly competitive, with dozens of exchange houses and banks offering both physical and
digital transfer services.

Digital platforms have grown rapidly, capturing a growing share of transactions with instant transfers and rate alerts.

Al Ansari Exchange, which operates one of the UAE’s largest remittance networks, says it has seen a marked increase in
digital remittances in particular during the latest rupee slide.
While the weaker rupee benefits expatriates sending money home, it reflects underlying challenges for India’s economy. The
combination of trade imbalances, foreign capital outflows, and global market volatility continues to pressure the currency.

The RBI faces a balancing act: intervening enough to curb excessive volatility while preserving foreign exchange reserves and
allowing the currency to adjust to market conditions.

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