<h1>Rupee Drops to 85.74 Against Dollar Amid Importers' Demand and US Tariffs; Domestic Markets Offer Some Support</h1> The rupee declined by 5 paise to close at 85.74 against the US dollar due to increased month-end dollar demand from importers and the US dollar's recovery following the announcement of 25% tariffs on automotive imports by the US President. Despite this, positive domestic markets and foreign fund inflows provided some support. The rupee faced volatility, opening at 85.90, reaching a high of 85.73, and a low of 85.93. Analysts suggest the rupee may trade with a negative bias due to elevated crude oil prices and dollar strength, but strong domestic markets and foreign investments could offer support.