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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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Rio Tinto Sells Murowa Diamonds
Harare: Rio Tinto has sold its 78-percent stake in the Murowa diamond mine in Zimbabwe, a seeming response to the government’s desire to consolidate its diamond resources. The buyer is RZ Murowa Holdings Ltd., a division of RioZim Ltd., which already holds a 22 percent interest in Murowa Diamonds. Rio also sold a 50 percent stake in the Sengwa project
ADB to Close Remaining Accounts on June 30
Antwerp: The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) stated that significant progress has been made in transitioning Antwerp Diamond Bank (ADB) clients to new banking services. In April, the AWDC negotiated a two-month extension for ADB clients to transition out before June 30. With that deadline approaching, the AWDC stated that many of ADB’s clients have secured new banking services; however,
Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender World Preview
Sydney: Rio Tinto’s spectacular Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender has been launched during a world exclusive preview at the Sydney Opera House, with this year’s iconic collection including some of the most vivid pink and red diamonds ever unearthed from the Argyle mine. The 2015 Tender, known as the “Connoisseur’s Collection”, comprises 65 diamonds weighing a total of 44.14 carats, including
Impasse Regarding KP Vice Chair Remains
Luanda: The impasse regarding the second most important post of the Kimberley Process, whose vice presidency is being disputed by Australia and Dubai still remains without a sign of consensus. Last Tuesday, the interventions relating to this matter, in the meeting taking place in Luanda, revealed that the participants – members of the Kimberley Process – are doing all they
Akshay Kala-The Eternal Art: GJS Opens 4th April
Mumbai: All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) proudly announces the 9th edition of the India Gems and Jewellery Show (GJS April 2026), affectionately known as “Humara Apna Show.” Scheduled from 4th to 7th April 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, this premium B2B exhibition will celebrate timeless craftsmanship and innovation under the theme “Akshay Kala: The
India Removes ₹10 Lakh Cap on Courier Export
New Delhi: The Government of India on 31st March 2026 issued a set of notifications and a circular to ease re-imports and streamline courier mode shipping, following announcements made in the Union Budget. The reforms target e-commerce exporters and aim to reduce friction in cross-border returns and logistics. A key change is the removal of the per-consignment value cap for
Aurya Diamonds Enters the Market
Bengaluru: Aurya Diamonds, a Bengaluru-based fine jewellery brand that is reimagining how modern India experiences diamonds through certified lab-grown stones and a design-first, transparent retail philosophy. Founded by Shikha Dadha and co-founded by Saad Salman, Aurya marks its entry into the Indian market with a state-of-the-art experiential jewellery gallery in Bengaluru—moving away from traditional “behind-the-glass” retail to a more immersive, interactive, and consumer-centric format.
Tracr Appoints Jillian Wolk as CEO
New York: Tracr has announced the appointment of Jillian Wolk as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026. Ms. Jillian joins Tracr following senior leadership roles across the jewellery, luxury and technology sectors. Most recently, she served as Vice President, Growth & Strategic Initiatives at GIA, where she developed new services and drove diversified revenue, strengthened commercial strategy, and supported
