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RBI Data: India's Forex Reserves fall by $2.7 billion to $687.73 billion.

Economy | Dated: 14 Nov 2025

According to the latest data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves fell by $2.7 billion to $687.73 billion** for the week ended November 7, 2025. The decline was primarily due to a decrease in foreign currency assets (FCA), which fell by $2.45 billion. Gold reserves also declined by $1.95 billion to $101.53 billion during the week.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • India's forex reserves fell by $2.7 billion to $687.73 billion for the week ended November 7, 2025.
  • The data was released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
  • Foreign currency assets (FCA), the largest component, decreased by $2.45 billion.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) were down by $51 million to $18.59 billion.
  • Gold reserves declined by $1.95 billion to $101.53 billion.
  • The RBI intervenes in the market to moderate undue volatility in the rupee's exchange rate.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

According to RBI data, what was the total of India's forex reserves for the week ended November 7, 2025?

Correct Answer: $687.73 billion

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Forex Reserves

  • Components: Foreign Currency Assets (FCA), Gold Reserves, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), and Reserve Tranche Position (RTP) with the IMF.
  • Custodian: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) manages India's forex reserves.