Rupee lower ahead of inflation data

The rupee opened lower on Thursday tracking global dollar strength, dealers said. The dollar dupe/pair was seen trading at 54.35/36 in early trade, against its previous close at 54.30/31. The US dollar hovered at seven-month highs against a basket of currencies as investors warmed to the greenback following bullish economic data. February inflation data, due around 12 p.m., will be closely watched with any reading below 6.5 p...