The rupee gained 17 paise to trade at 91.41 against the US dollar in early deals on Friday, as investor sentiments improved after US President Donald Trump stepped back from tariff threats against Europe linked to Greenland, easing immediate trade-war fears.

Forex traders said Trump`s softer rhetoric reduced near-term geopolitical anxiety. Moreover, as investors` risk appetite improved, the dollar corrected, allowing emerging market currencies including the rupee to recover slightly, they said.