The rupee appreciated by 5 paise to 86.26 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, supported by positive momentum in domestic equities.
According to forex traders, lingering uncertainty over global tariff developments has kept the forex market under pressure, with most currencies trading within a narrow range.
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the domestic currency opened at 86.26 against the dollar, marking a 5 paise gain from its previous close.