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Israel’s Diamond Industry Under Severe Pressure
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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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Israel’s Find Your Diamond System is Live
Ramat Gan: Almost two weeks before the opening of the JCK Las Vegas show, the Israeli Diamond Industry is making diamond buying from Israel even more convenient, as the Israel Diamond Institute’s (IDI) Find Your Diamond system goes live today. The system, accessed at www.findyourdiamond.net enables buyers to search the full stocks of all of the close to 100 Israeli
Zimbabwe Conducts Third Local Diamond Auction
Harare: Zimbabwe is conducting its third local diamond auction where over 400 000 carats are expected to go under the hummer. The first local auction was conducted last November in the capital following the seizure of Marange diamonds in Antwerp. NewsDay reports that the auction which began on 11 May was expected to end next Monday and a number of
WFDB Calls for Further Debate on Over-Grading
Antwerp: World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) President Ernie Blom has expressed his support for the industry-wide debate on the issue of over-grading taking place. He said it will be one of the issues on the agenda of the Presidents Meeting, a biennial gathering of the leaders of the 30 Presidents of the WFDB-affiliated exchanges around the world and of
Development Plans for WJH Announced
Panama: Eli Izhakoff, Chairman of World Jewelry Hub (WJH), shared his views on the development of Latin America’s first specialized jewelry trading center. Situated in Panama, WJH represents much more than just another business or property development. According to Izhakoff, WJH is a $200 million mega-project that is aimed at elevating Latin America to the status of the world’s next
India’s G&J Ind. Bids Farewell to Kobbi Shoshani
Mumbai: Bharat Diamond Bourse ( BDB) & Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) bade a warm farewell to Mr. Kobbi Shoshani, Consul General of Israel. During his tenure, Mr. Shoshani has been more than a diplomat—he has been a true ambassador of friendship. His leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment have strengthened the bonds between Israel and India, creating relationships
Celebrate Onam with Platinum Jewellery
Mumbai: Onam is a season defined by abundance — of joy, togetherness, and new beginnings. It is a time when choices reflect thoughtfulness, where compromise feels out of place. For jewellery that carries this spirit, platinum stands apart: a metal of unmatched rarity and preciousness, offering value beyond compare through its high purity standards, longevity, modern design language, and uniquely
Gemfields Offers 11,685 Ct. ‘Buffalo’ Emerald for Auction
London: Gemfields has unveiled a colossal emerald weighing 11,685 carats, discovered at its 75%-owned Kagem mine in Zambia. Named Imboo, meaning buffalo in the local Bemba and Lamba dialects, the gemstone is the largest of several extraordinary emeralds unearthed at Kagem, already famed for record-breaking finds. The emerald will be sold at Gemfields’ auction running until Sept. 11. “Even under the beam
Rashmika Mandanna Appointed India Brand Ambassador of Swarovski
Mumbai: Swarovski proudly announces actor Rashmika Mandanna as its new Brand Ambassador for India, marking a milestone for the Austrian luxury house as it strengthens its presence in one of its fastest-growing markets. India, a vibrant market with a deep affinity for jewelry and self-expression, continues to play a pivotal role in Swarovski’s global growth story. With her pan-India appeal,
