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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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SAJEX to Open New Horizens for GJ Industry
Riyadh: The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Expo (SAJEX) 2025, organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), is poised to be a landmark event for Indian jewellery manufacturers looking to tap into the lucrative and largely untapped Saudi Arabian market. With a focus on strengthening trade relations between India and Saudi Arabia, SAJEX offers a unique platform for exhibitors
Kagem to Resume Focused Open-Pit Mining
London: Gemfields has recently announced that its Kagem emerald mine in Zambia will recommence focused open-pit mining to enhance the recovery of premium emeralds. Following a strategic suspension of all mining activities announced on 23 December 2024, Kagem shifted its focus to processing ore from its stockpile. While 2025 emerald production has met carat recovery expectations, the proportion of higher-quality
Platinum Jewellery Sales Grew 15% on Akshay Tritiya
Mumbai: On Akshaya Tritiya 2025, despite high gold prices, overall gold and silver sales in India reached a significant ₹16,000 crore, with gold jewelry and related items contributing around ₹12,000 crore. While sales volumes saw a dip due to the price increase, the total value of sales remained strong. Gold prices were near peak levels during Akshaya Tritiya 2025, leading
WFDB Supports United Industry Position on Tariffs
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) announced recently that it stands united with the industry-wide position to request that the US Government grant a tariff exemption for natural diamond imports. The WFDB supports the statement released by the World Diamond Council (WDC) yesterday, which advocates for an industry-wide strategic exemption for natural diamonds. The WDC statement has been
GJEPC Launches IIJS Tritiya Outreach Campaign
Dubai: The IIJS Tritiya promotion team launched a door-to-door outreach campaign in Dubai’s Gold Souq, marking a pivotal step towards strengthening the relationships of Indian jewellery manufacturers in Dubai, one of the world’s most dynamic jewellery hubs. The Dubai Gold Jewellery Group has also extended its support, pledging to disseminate information on IIJS Tritiya among its members. This direct engagement
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5%
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday decided to keep policy rate unchanged for the sixth time in a row as it maintains a tight vigil on inflation. The rate increase cycle was paused in April last year after six consecutive rate hikes aggregating to 250 basis points since May 2022. Announcing the bi-monthly monetary policy, RBI Governor
India Pavillion at DJWE Inaugurated
Doha: The Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition (DJWE) is hosting a grand India Pavilion at its 20th edition, unveiling an extraordinary showcase of craftsmanship, tradition, and contemporary designs. The India Pavilion, spanning an impressive 216 square metres, features 17 exhibitors and 18 booths, presenting an unparalleled collection of Plain Gold, Studded Jewellery, and Diamond Studded Jewellery. The 20th edition of
Celebrate Love with Platinum Love Bands
Mumbai: Platinum Love Bands aims to elevate the celebration of Valentine’s Day, with the ultimate symbol of love – rare platinum. Perfect for those ready to embark on a journey of commitment, or mark a big moment in their relationship journey, these bands will make Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable. With the ability to make passersby halt in their tracks, gigantic
