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Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
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India May not fully Withdraw Gold Curbs
New Delhi: Despite a significant reduction in the current account deficit, curbs on gold imports are unlikely to be fully removed this Budget. Instead, the finance ministry may lower the import duty on the precious metal by two per cent, reports The Indian Express. “The current account deficit situation is still being closely monitored. The curb on gold imports was
Gujarat Govt. Assures Help for Diamond Bourse
Surat: As the prices of realty in Vesu and Dumas areas have skyrocketed following the announcement of proposed diamond bourse, diamantaires spearheading the movement for a world-class diamond bourse in the city have started lobbying with the state government for land, reports The Times of India. Members of Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) committee, which includes chairman of leading diamond companies
Antwerp Seizes Parcel of Banned CAR Diamonds
Antwerp: The Antwerp diamond industry, represented by the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), is stepping up its efforts in combatting conflict diamonds. The city, largely owing its reputation as the most transparent and strictly controlled diamond trade centre to the rigorous controls of all diamond imports and exports at the Antwerp Diamond Office, is determined to continue its strong commitment
GJF to Get Council Status Soon
Mumbai: The All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) expects to receive the status of council within the next two to three months, reports Business Standard. The federation said it would be easy to represent issues faced by gems and jewellery industry before government after receiving the status of the council. “We have already asked the concerned ministry in
IIJS Bharat Signature Opens at BEC
Mumbai: The grand ceremonial opening of the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) on 9th January marked a defining moment for IIJS Bharat Signature 2026, bringing together industry leadership, diplomacy and retail at onestage. The occasion reinforced why the first global gem & jewellery show of the year remains the trade’s early year barometer, not just for sentiment, but for direction. Speaking
IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 Inaugurated at JIO
Mumbai: As the first global jewellery show of the year, Signature once again became the place where expectations for the months ahead began to take shape. The Show was thrown open at the JIO World Centre, BKC, Mumbai on 8th January. In his opening remarks, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC positioned 2026 as a pivotal year for the sector, marked
Candere Opens Three Stores in Maharashtra
Mumbai: Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand by Kalyan Jewellers known for its modern and trend-led designs, has expanded its retail presence in Maharashtra with the launch of three new stores in Kandivali, Nashik, and Kolhapur. These new additions further reinforce the brand’s commitment to offering accessible, stylish, and contemporary jewellery for today’s discerning customers. The newly launched stores mark Candere’s
IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 Opens on 8th Jan
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is set to open the global jewellery calendar with the 18th edition of IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026, the first global B2B jewellery trade fair of the year, scheduled to be held across two premier venues in Mumbai later this week. The exhibition will be held at the Jio World Convention
