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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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GJEPC Invites Participation in SAJEX 2025
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) invites international participation/countries/pavilions to be part of the B2B Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition i.e., SAJEX 2025, to be held at JEDDAH SUPERDOME from September 11–13, 2025. The exhibition is held in partnership with the Indian Consulate in Jeddah and the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India. SAJEX 2025 is
De Beers Unveils Second Ear Piercing Ritual Program
Mumbai: De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company, will support diamond jewellery retailers in driving demand for natural diamond jewellery by showcasing a new gifting occasion in the lives of young consumers – the second ear piercing, which is an intrinsic part of India’s traditional culture and modern rituals. De Beers is introducing a heart-warming ‘Love, From Dad’ collection as part
Chetan Mehta Explores Kirit Bhansali’s Personality
Bengaluru: The latest edition of Coffee with Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta featured an engaging conversation between Dr. Chetan Mehta, President of the Jewellers Association Bangalore, and Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Held during the IIJS Tritiya event, the discussion delved into Mr. Bhansali’s inspiring journey, his vision for the jewellery industry, and
GJEPC Felicitates IIJS Icons 2025
Bengaluru: Tritiya 2025 honoured a distinguished group of industry pioneers and visionaries who have significantly contributed to the growth and excellence of the jewellery sector. These IIJS Iconsrepresent the epitome of innovation, craftsmanship, and dedication, having built legacies that continueto inspire and shape the future of the industry. This year, we celebrate their remarkable achievementswhich have earned them a place
India is the Second Largest Market: Paul Rowley
Mumbai: Mr. Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, Diamond Trading, De Beers group, while opening of the sustainable De Beers group booth at IIJS Premiere Show 2024 said, “The Indian consumer’s love affair with natural diamonds and all they represent is going from strength to strength. With demand for diamond jewellery growing faster in India than anywhere else in the world,
40th IIJS Premiere Inaugurated in Mumbai
Mumbai: Hon. Governor of Maharashtra Mr. C. P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated one of the world’s largest gem & jewellery B2B shows – India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere 2024 organized by India’s apex trade body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) at the JIO World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai. Mr. Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Hon. Minister of
‘Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards’ Formed
Mumbai: The Indian gold industry has today announced the formation of the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES – pronounced as I-AAY-GES), a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) created by the Indian gold industry, for the Indian gold industry and supported by the World Gold Council. IAGES will aim at increasing consumer confidence and enhancing trust in the Indian gold
Discussion on Strengthening Indian Market for Natural Diamonds
Mumbai: De Beers and India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) held a meeting on 1st August in Mumbai to discuss strategies for bolstering the natural diamond market in India. The discussion centred around the need for education and awareness around natural diamonds. Ms. Shweta Harit, Global Senior VP, De Beers; Mr. Amit Pratihari, Vice President of De Beers
