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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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GII Installs AMS at BDB
Mumbai: Gemological Institue of India (GII) recently inaugurated the Automated Melee Screening (AMS) machine by Mr. Anoop V. Mehta, President, Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) and Mr. Arunkumar Mehta, Rosy Blue (India) Pvt. Ltd, installed in the Diamond Detection Resource Center (DDRC) at Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) Mumbai. On the occasion, Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC said, “We are glad to
Artisan Jewellery Design Awards by GJEPC
Mumbai: The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), the apex body of the gem & jewellery industry in India announces ‘The Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2014’ scheduled in December 2014. Having hosted award and reward programs for the industry over 25 years, GJEPC now invites participation from all established and budding designers across the nation to bring
198 Carat Rough Found in Lesotho
Maseru: Africa has unearthed yet another eyebrow-raising mega-rock—this time a 198 ct. white type IIa diamond described as of “exceptional quality.” The stone was found at the Letšeng mine in Lesotho, said owner Gem Diamonds. The diamond “displays no fluorescence and is expected to achieve an exceptional price when sold this year,” the company said. Spokesperson Sherryn Tedder said she
Four Leaders Join Board of Directors of PDE
Panama: The Panama Diamond has announced that four key leaders of the international diamond and jewelry industries have joined the Board of Directors of the Panama Diamond Exchange. They are Roberto Coin, the world renowned Italian jewelry designer and manufacturer; Maxim Shkadov, President of the International Diamond Manufacturers Association; Shmuel Schnitzer, President of the Israel Diamond Exchange; and Reuven Kaufman,
Kirit Bhansali Presses Challenges Facing NDs
Doha: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, delivered a keynote speech at the inaugural session of the Doha International Diamond & Gem Conference, addressing industry leaders and stakeholders. He outlined the pressing challenges facing the natural diamonds (NDs) industry and proposed strategic solutions to ensure its sustainable growth. Highlighting key global concerns, Mr. Bhansali noted:• Declining demand in China, a
Trading of LGDs through Augmont’s Spot Platform
Mumbai: Augmont, India’s largest gold trading platform announced that it has added Lab Grown Diamonds (LGD) to its existing online SPOT trading platform for precious metals catering to more than 5,000 jewellers across the country. The enhanced SPOT 2.0 platform brings Augmont’s 17 years of precious metals trading expertise to the growing LGD sector. This addition represents an evolution of diamond trading infrastructure,
GJEPC Presented Artisan Awards ’25
Mumbai: The much-anticipated Artisan Awards 2025 concluded on a grand note, with Princess Gauravi Kumari of Jaipur gracing the occasion as the esteemed chief guest. Known for her patronage of art and culture, Princess Gauravi presented the awards to the winners, lauding their ingenuity and dedication to preserving Indian craftsmanship and design. The 8th edition of The Artisan Awards, was
New Social Media Campaign for Natural Diamonds
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has launched a social media campaign to promote natural diamonds. Called “Moments” the campaign celebrates the emotional significance of natural diamonds in life’s most cherished memories. The first post features a mother gifting her diamond ring to her daughter, saying ‘This diamond has seen me through life’s most precious moments, and now
