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Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
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Paul De Wachter Appointed CEO of HRD Antwerp
Antwerp: The Board of Directors of HRD Antwerp, a subsidiary of the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), has appointed Paul De Wachter as its new CEO. Bringing over twenty years of experience and a proven track record in the international diamond industry, De Wachter will assume the role in January 2026. As CEO, he is tasked with strengthening HRD’s position
MMTC-PAMP Unveils Lord Shiva 50gm Silver Bar
Mumbai: MMTC-PAMP, India’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) accredited Good Delivery gold & silver refiner, has launched the Lord Shiva 50 grams 999.9+ purity Silver Bar, an exceptional collectible that celebrates the timeless devotion to Lord Shiva, a deity deeply revered in Hinduism. This silver bar is a spiritual masterpiece, a visual embodiment of Lord Shiva’s cosmic power, serenity,
IIGJ Mumbai Opens Modern Campus to Power Industry Growth
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, took a significant leap forward in its journey of growth with the inauguration of its newly modernized, state-of-the-art campus. The launch marks a new chapter for the institute, reinforcing its role as a centre of excellence in gems and jewellery education, skill development, and innovation. The ceremony was graced by
Progress in Harmonization of Language used on Gemological Reports
Mumbai: The Laboratory Manual Harmonization Committee (LMHC) has reported significant progress towards its goal of achieving the harmonisation of language used on gemmological reports, following its latest meeting, which was hosted by the Swiss Gemmological Institute – SSEF, in Basel, Switzerland, in May. Following the meeting, LMHC members unanimously approved three new information sheets that standardise terminology and testing procedures, and
Sarine Wins Court Case against Surat Software Pirates
Surat: Israel-based Sarine Technologies said an Indian court has ruled against the illegal use of pirated Advisor® software by Surat-based companies. Following the lawsuit filed by Sarine and the subsequent court-ordered raids, the court has found five manufacturers in Surat guilty of copyright infringement and the illegal use of pirated Advisor® rough planning software. Sarine said that due to the
GJEPC & SEEPZ Sign MoU for Execution of Mega CFC
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Santacruz Electronics Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ), Mumbai signed an MoU on 7th December 2022, defining their respective responsibilities in developing, executing, and running of the Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) at SEEPZ Mumbai. The MoU for the execution and running of the Mega CFC was signed by Mr. Vipul Shah,
'indiamoderne' is the Theme of Artisan Awards 2023
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has announced the launch of the 6th edition of The Artisan Awards, country’s premier jewellery design competition. The prestigious annual contest invites designers from India and overseas to submit their entries, showcasing excellence and innovation in jewellery design. The main theme for 2023 is indiamoderne, where the world of art will inspire jewellery
Sergey Ivanov, Alrosa CEO to Quit Early
Moscow: Sergey Ivanov is to step down early as CEO of Alrosa, Russia’s state-controlled diamond miner, according to media reports.He will reportedly join the private investment firm Volga Group, owned by Gennady Nikolayevich Timchenko, a billionaire and long-time friend and ally of Russia’s president Vladimir Putin. Mr. Ivanov was appointed as Alrosa’s youngest ever boss in 2014, aged 36, and
