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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
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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Lab-Grown Diamonds Set to Fill Projected Deficit
Singapore: Technological developments in the production of grown diamonds embody a significant opportunity as researchers predict demand will double in the next ten years, according to a report from Better Diamond Initiative. Advances in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) technology allow the creation of large synthetic stones of jewellery-quality colour and clarity, said the report published on the Better Diamond
China Gold joins WGC
Beijing: China National Gold Group Corporation (China Gold) has joined the World Gold Council (WGC) as a member, making it the only Chinese gold mining company to join the WGC. According to WGC, China’s gold market has grown exponentially over recent decades and China is now the largest market for gold, in terms of supply and demand. The growth in
GJSCI Launches Digital Learning Platform
New Delhi: The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI), under the aegis of National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) recently launched the new digital learning platform in Delhi, to skill and upskill 1 lakh Jewellery Retail Sales Associates across India by end of 2016. The programme, developed by Tech Partner – Qustn Technologies, was launched by Chief Guest –
CIBJO to Sponsor Jewelry Industry Summit
New York: The World Jewelry Confederation has signed on as the latest sponsor of the Jewelry Industry Summit. As well as giving financial support, the organization said it will urge its members to participate in the event. “CIBJO’s mission is fully aligned with the goals of the Jewelry Industry Summit,” said president Gaetano Cavalieri. “Engaging in responsible sourcing is a
India’s G&J Industry Welcomes GST Reforms
Mumbai: The Indian Gem & Jewellery industry (G&J) expressed its sincere gratitude to India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman for the landmark GST reform recommendations approved at the 57th GST Council meeting. These progressive recommendations are a significant step towards enhancing ease of doing business, strengthening export competitiveness and creating a more enabling environment for the growth of India’s Gem
Momentum is Building for Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair
Basel: Three months after its launch, it is clear that Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair, organised by Informa Markets and MCH Group, meets a strong need with its gateway trade fair for the jewellery, watch and gemstone industries in Asia and Europe. Strong market demand has already brought exhibitor registrations to 70% of the target for the inaugural edition, which
Men of Platinum Expands Collection with New Designs
Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has unveiled a new Men of Platinum collection featuring chains, pendants, bracelets and rings designed for men at different stages of their journey. Endorsed by Rohit Sharma and Anirudh Ravichander in the brand’s new campaign, the collection brings to life a central belief: enduring success is forged through character—the conviction to forge your own
De Beers and Botswana Extend Partnership with Letsile Tebogo
London: De Beers Group and the Government of the Republic of Botswana today announced the extension of De Beers’ partnership with Olympic champion and Botswana sporting icon Letsile Tebogo. Originally launched in January 2025, when Tebogo was appointed a De Beers Global Ambassador, the partnership has now been expanded into a three-year programme of work between De Beers and the
