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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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GIA Drops Fees on Synthetics Screening
New York: Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has dropped fees on its screening services for smaller diamonds to check if they are treated or synthetic. The service screens parcels of D-to-Z diamonds and colored diamonds up to 0.2 ct. The new fee structure reduces the existing per-stone fee from $12 to $10 for diamonds between 0.06 and 0.2 ct. and
About 200 Tonne Gold may Enter India Illegally
New Delhi: The World Gold Council (WGC) speculates that out of India’s total gold import demand in 2014, almost 20 per cent would be served through the grey market. “The total demand in 2014 is estimated to be between 850-950 tonnes, out of which upwards of 200 tonnes is likely to be served by the grey market,” said Somasundaram PR,
ALROSA Mulls Partnering with Jewelers
Moscow: ALROSA is considering the option of attracting renowned jewelry producers as strategic partners for its cutting and polishing facilities, the company reported. The announcement followed an executive committee meeting which looked at prospects for the development of its cutting and polishing business. The company did not specify which strategic partners in the diamond sector it was considering. However, ALROSA’s
Antwerp to Mark 30 Years of Ties with Shanghai
Antwerp: Antwerp’s two major export industries, diamonds and designer wear, are joining forces to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the ties between the city and Shanghai. The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) and BVBA 32, the financial force behind fashion designers Ann Demeulemeester, Haider Ackermann and Jean-Paul Lespagnard, will be organizing an exclusive diamond evening with a fashion show in
GJEPC Highlights FTA Potential for Jewellery Sector
Jaipur: At the ‘Growing Opportunities from Free Trade Agreements – An Industry Perspective’ workshop held on 24 June in Jaipur, Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, delivered an impactful address on how Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) are poised to reshape the future of India’s gem and jewellery exports. Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) along with the Centre
PGI Held Season of Love Awards Ceremony in Kochi
Kochi: Building on the momentum of its previous editions, Platinum Guild International (PGI)- India marked the successful culmination of the 7th edition of its flagship retail initiative, Platinum Season of Love, with a celebratory awards ceremony in Kochi. The Platinum Season of Love Awards 2025 were hosted as part of the annual Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet, PGI India’s premier industry platform. The event brought together leading
Kirit Bhansali Graces KJIF 2025 as Chief Guest
Kochi: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) was invited as the Chief Guest at the inauguration of the Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2025, held at the Adlux International Exhibition & Convention Centre, Angamaly, Kochi, on 27th June 2025. Organized by the Kerala Gold & Silver Merchants Association and United Exhibitions, KJIF is
Aditi Tatkare Inaugurates InnovNXT 40 Under 40
Mumbai: The future of India’s gem and jewellery industry came alive at the launch of InnovNXT 40 Under 40 in Mumbai on 25th June 2025 — a dynamic initiative by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body for the gem and Jewellery industry in India, aimed at recognising and empowering its next generation of leaders. With
