<h1>Rupee Gains 14 Paise to 86.81 Against US Dollar on Weaker Dollar and Lower Crude Oil Prices</h1> The rupee appreciated by 14 paise to 86.81 against the US dollar in early trade, supported by a weaker American currency and declining crude oil prices. This recovery followed improved domestic equity markets, driven by favorable inflation data. The rupee had previously closed at 86.95 against the dollar. The US dollar index fell by 0.22%, influenced by US inflation data, while Brent crude prices decreased by 1.00%. The BSE Sensex rose by 167.97 points, and the Nifty increased by 45.15 points. Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth Rs 4,969.30 crore on Wednesday.