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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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The Platinum BSM Sparks Fresh Thinking
Kochi: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India recently concluded the 2025 edition of its annual Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM) on a high note in Kochi, bringing together leading industry voices right from key manufacturers to major jewellery retail partners from across the country. The event hosted at the Grand Hyatt, Kochi, brought together 60 retailers & 14 manufacturers, making it one
Tabu Inaugurates Kalyan Jewellers’ Showroom in Mumbai
Mumbai: Kalyan Jewellers yesterday launched its all-new showroom at Phoenix Marketcity, Mumbai. Bollywood Actor Tabu inaugurated the showroom, which features an extensive range of designs from various collections of Kalyan Jewellers. Addressing the crowd, Tabu said, “I am delighted to be here today for the inauguration of the new Kalyan Jewellers showroom. It is a privilege to represent Kalyan Jewellers,
The ‘Game-Changer Move’ for India’s G&J Sector
Mumbai: India and the United Kingdom formalized a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Thursday after years of negotiations. Officially titled the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the deal is designed to significantly enhance bilateral trade and investment, with both nations aiming to double trade volume from the current $56 billion to over $100 billion by 2030. The CETA
GJSCI Celebrates 13th Foundation Day
Mumbai: series of events unfolded on this day at GJSCI worth sharing. It was GJSCI’s 13th Foundation Day along with Long Service Award distribution, JOSH Convocation Ceremony and Recognition of Centre of Excellence to IIGJ Delhi. On this auspicious occasion a ceremony was organized where the Chief Guest at the event were Mr. Dnyaneshwar B. Patil, IAS, Development Commissioner, SEEPZ-SEZ;
CIBJO Recommends New Definition of ‘Recycled Gold’
Milan: The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) is recommending a new definition of “recycled gold״ to be used in the jewellery and watch sectors, so as to provide greater clarity and consistency both within the industry and marketplace. CIBJO will henceforth include the definition in the guidance documents it produces. The definition, which covers recycled materials recovered during manufacturing and fabrication
SEZ Conclave Stresses Ways to Boost G&J Exports
Mumbai : India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) successfully hosted the 2nd SEZ Gem & Jewellery Conclave 2025 at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, SEEPZ, reinforcing its commitment to advancing Technology, Branding, and Investment in India’s gem and jewellery sector. Held under the theme ‘SEZ: The Future of Indian Exports,’ the conclave brought together industry leaders and experts to explore strategies for boosting
G7 Postpones Diamond Traceability Requirement
Mumbai: The Group of Seven (G7) nations have postponed the enforcement of stringent traceability requirements for polished diamond imports, moving the deadline from March 2025 to January 1, 2026. This delay provides significant relief to India’s diamond cutting and polishing industry, which faced challenges in complying with the new regulations within the original timeframe. The G7 countries—comprising the US, UK,
GJEPC Seeks Govt Intervention on US’ Reciprocal Tariff Proposal
New Delhi: Top representatives of India’s gems and jewellery sector have urgently briefed Commerce Secretary Mr. Sunil Barthwal, IAS, on the potential repercussions of the United States’ recent notice regarding reciprocal tariffs. The delegation, led by Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Mr. Adil Kotwal, President, Seepz Gem & Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association (SGJMA), and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive
