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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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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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

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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

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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

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Dhoni’s Unbreakable Legacy with Men of Platinum

Mumbai: As the IPL season kicks off, cricket fever reaches its peak and Thala gears up to don the yellow jersey once again, igniting passion in fans across the country. For every MS Dhoni loyalist, it’s more than just a game—it’s an unbreakable bond, built on faith, resilience, and moments that live forever. This season, honour the legend and wear

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Kareena Kapoor Khan Graces Jewellers for Hope

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) hosted the 9th edition of its charity dinner, ‘Jewellers for Hope’, at a glittering event attended by industry leaders and philanthropists. Backed by Associate Partners – De Beers and World Gold Council; and powered by GIA; the ‘Jewellers for Hope’ charity event once again garnered overwhelming support from jewellers, diamond exporters,

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CIBJO Reports to UN Global Compact

Milan: The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has formally reported to the UN Global Compact about activities and programmes that it undertook in support of the United Nations organization’s international mission over the two-year period that started in September 2022. Described as the world’s largest corporate sustainability and social responsibility initiative, with more than 20,000 business participants and other stakeholders in

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IIJS Premiere ’24 Spurs Record 12 Bln.$ Business

Mumbai: 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) set a new staggering record by generating a staggering USD 12 billion of business over 6 days. Showcasing “Brilliant Bharat” theme this year, IIJS Premiere 2024 (the

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Recognizing Young Talents in 40 Under 40

Mumbai: 40 Young and bright talents of the gem and jewellery industry were awarded at 40 under 40 in the 40th edition of IIJS PREMIERE. This was the second batch of 40 under 40. The initiative recognizes the outstanding achievements of these young talents who are revolutionizing the gem and jewellery landscape through technological innovations and dynamic visions. The Show

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