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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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CIBJO Pays Tribute to Vasant Mehta
Milan: The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) mourns the passing of Vasant Mehta, a prominent leader of the Indian diamond and jewellery industry, who passed away yesterday at the age 81. A former chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), a position he filled from 2008 to 2010 after two terms as vice chairman, he represented the Indian
Vasant Mehta, Illustrious Leader of G&J Industry Dies
Mumbai: The Indian gem and jewellery industry has lost one of its most respected statesmen. Vasant Mehta, former Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), passed away today, leaving behind a remarkable legacy built over several decades of dedicated service to the industry. A second-generation diamantaire, Mehta graduated from Calcutta University and moved to Mumbai in 1966,
BSM Brazil 2027 Returns to São Paulo with Expanded International Presence
São Paulo, Brazil: Following the remarkable success of its previous editions, Buyer Seller Meeting (BSM Brazil) will return to São Paulo in April 2027, further strengthening its position as Latin America’s premier international B2B event for the diamond, gemstone, jewelry and precious metals industries. Organized with the mission of connecting qualified buyers and leading international suppliers, BSM Brazil 2027 will welcome an even larger number
Israel’s Diamond Industry Under Severe Pressure
Mumbai: Israel’s once-prominent diamond industry is facing one of the most difficult periods in its history, with veteran traders reportedly leaving the business and searching for alternative livelihoods. A recent report by Ynetnews has highlighted the depth of the crisis at the Israel Diamond Exchange in Ramat Gan, traditionally one of the world’s important diamond trading centres. According to veteran
Laguna Blu Diamond Sells for $25m
Geneva: The ultra-rare 11.16-carat pear-shaped Bulgari Laguna Blu – certified as the highest grade blue diamond ever by the GIA – was auctioned for just over $25m at Sotheby’s Geneva on Tuesday. It became the most valuable gem ever to be sold by Bulgari, after a four-minute bidding war between three parties on the phone and one in the showroom.
CIBJO Pays Tribute to Harry Levy
Milan: The World Jewellery Confederation pays tribute to Harry Levy, who passed away in London on May 15, 2023, at age 83. During his long and important career he held a variety of roles in CIBJO, as well as in other industry bodies, both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The quintessential Englishman, Harry actually was born Hanukkah Levy in
GJNRF Honoured with CFBP Jamnalal Bajaj Award
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery National Relief Foundation (GJNRF), backed by prominent industry bodies, including GJEPC, was bestowed with the esteemed Jamnalal Bajaj Uchit Vyavahar Puraskar for a Charitable Association by the Council for Fair Business Practices (CFBP) at its 35th Awards Ceremony held in Mumbai on 16th May. GJNRF was recognised for its for its ethically driven philanthropy and
Feriel Zerouki is New President of WDC
Antwerp: Feriel Zerouki, a prominent advocate for advancing standards in the diamond industry, has taken the helm as the new President of the World Diamond Council (WDC). With an impressive track record spanning nearly two decades, Zerouki brings extensive experience and a vision for driving progress in the diamond industry. Zerouki’s appointment as WDC President was announced during a meeting
