The rupee failed to hold on to its early gains and slipped by 6 paise to end at 64.79 against the US currency on Monday due to fag-end dollar demand from importers and corporates. A robust rally in local equities and sluggish dollar overseas failed to provide any fresh impetus.

Forex sentiment turned shaky amid extreme caution, as the Centre is set to release GDP data for the December quarter on Wednesday.

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