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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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Sky Gold & Diamonds Unveils Innovative Designs
Mumbai: Sky Gold & Diamonds showcased its strong focus on innovation and design excellence at IIJS Premiere 2026, unveiling a diverse portfolio of products reflecting evolving consumer preferences and market trends. The showcase was attended by Mr. Rajesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director, Kalyan Jewellers, and Mr. Ba Ramesh, Joint Managing Director, Thangamayil Jewellery Ltd., along with Sky Gold & Diamonds’ Directors
GJC Announces 15th Edition of National Jewellery Awards
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) proudly announces the 15th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA’26), India’s most prestigious celebration of excellence in the gem and jewellery industry. Widely regarded as the industry’s highest honour, the National Jewellery Awards recognise and celebrate exceptional achievements in jewellery design, manufacturing, retailing, craftsmanship, innovation, and branding. Entries for NJA 2026
Namibia Delegation Explores Direct India Diamond Trade
Mumbai: A senior Namibian delegation led by Ms. Gaudentia Krohne, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, visited India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) office on 11 August as part of a B2B engagement aimed at exploring greater cooperation between Namibia and India’s diamond industry. The delegation included Rehabeam Nepaya, Deputy Director, Diamond Affairs; Secret Ruhaka and
LML Brand Holdings Expands into Jewellery Segment
New Delhi: Driven by its vision of identifying and revitalising iconic Indian brands that have earned lasting consumer trust, LML Brand Holdings recently announced the acquisition of Asmi and Sangini, marking its entry into the branded jewellery segment. The acquisitions further strengthen the company’s “Reimagining Legends” philosophy of preserving the legacy of well-loved brands while unlocking their next phase of
Rough Display at BDB Not Taxable
Mumbai: Operations related to the display of rough diamonds at the Special Notified Zone (SNZ) in Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) in Mumbai are expected to commence within the next few weeks. This follows the announcement by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India on 16th Oct. that it had decided to exempt income from display of rough diamonds within a
NCDIA Hosts Global Color Diamond Con. Series
Mumbai: The Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA) plans to conduct a series of conferences in Australia, London, Antwerp, Israel and Hong Kong to build consumer awareness about the diamond category, the organization said in a statement. The series started earlier this month with events in New York on October 2 and Mumbai on October 8 covering the topics rarity and
De Beers Relocating Toronto HQ to Calgary
Toronto: In a move that is part of a restructuring effort to more efficiently support its Canadian diamond mines, De Beers Canada will close its Toronto headquarters and relocate to Calgary, Alberta, by the end of next June. “One of the things that accelerated this is the current state of the diamond market,” said De Beers Canada spokesperson Tom Ormsby.
Jean-Marc Lieberherr is Chairman of DPA
Gaborone: The Diamond Producers Association (“DPA”) has announced the appointments of Jean-Marc Lieberherr as Chairman and Stephen Lussier as Vice-chair, both with immediate effect. The DPA has also announced the appointment of Sally Morrison as Managing Director of Marketing, with effect from 19 October 2015. Jean-Marc is Managing Director of Rio Tinto’s diamond business, while Stephen is Chief Executive Officer
