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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 Seeks Govt Intervention on US’ Reciprocal Tariff Proposal
New Delhi: Top representatives of India’s gems and jewellery sector have urgently briefed Commerce Secretary Mr. Sunil Barthwal, IAS, on the potential repercussions of the United States’ recent notice regarding reciprocal tariffs. The delegation, led by Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Mr. Adil Kotwal, President, Seepz Gem & Jewellery Manufacturers’ Association (SGJMA), and Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive
1094 Ct. Seriti Diamond Arrives in Antwerp
Antwerp: HB Antwerp has welcomed Seriti, a genuinely extraordinary 1,094-carat rough diamond unearthed from Lucara’s world-renowned Karowe mine in Botswana. Seriti has now arrived in Antwerp, a true force of nature, where HB expert artisans powered by our advanced proprietary technologies will reveal its full potential. This historic find marks the sixth diamond exceeding 1,000 carats recovered from Karowe, reaffirming the mine’s status
GJEPC Meets FM to Discuss Industry Key Issues
New Delhi: Leaders of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met with the Finance Minister (FM) Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, to discuss pressing issues and the way forward for the gem and jewellery industry. Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, and Mr. Shaunak Parekh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, engaged in a courtesy meeting
GJC’s First Labham Seminar in Ahilyanagar
Ahilyanagar: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) successfully organized its flagship knowledge-sharing event this week, the Labham Seminar, at Hotel Raj Palace in Ahilyanagar. This was the first-ever Labham Seminar held in Ahilyanagar, conducted in collaboration with the Gold Jewellers Council – Ahilyanagar, a prestigious association dedicated to the growth and prosperity of the local jewellery trade.
GJEPC Analizes Reciprocal Tarrif
Mumbai: The US President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs affecting over 180 countries, including a 26% tariff on India. As a result, the market has reacted negatively. Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ announcements had no country-specific exclusions as he announced new tariff rates for more than 180 countries. Apart from country-specific tariffs, Trump also announced the imposition of a 10% baseline tariff.
India Gem and Jewellery Show 2025 from 4th
Mumbai: All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex industry body has announced the 7th edition of its flagship event, the India Gem and Jewellery Show (GJS), scheduled from 4th to 7th April 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Also known as #HamaraApnaShow, the GJS has become a must-attend platform for driving future business growth
Rio Tinto Discovers Exceptional Yellow Diamond
Yellowknife: Rio Tinto has unearthed one of the largest gem-quality yellow diamonds ever discovered in Canada, from its Diavik Diamond Mine. The 158.20 carat rough diamond was discovered at Diavik located 200km south of the Arctic Circle in the remote Northwest Territories of Canada. It is one of only five yellow diamonds weighing more than 100 carats ever unearthed at
Men of Platinum Invites Fans to ‘HONOURTHE7’
Mumbai: As IPL 2025 electrifies cricket fans across the country, Men of Platinum unveils #HonourThe7, a powerful tribute to MS Dhoni, an icon whose resilience, leadership, and composure have defined an era. This fan-driven initiative transforms admiration into action, inviting Thala fans to express their love for their hero in a unique and meaningful way. Building on the Men of Platinum x MS Dhoni Signature Edition, the #HonourThe7 initiative invites fans
