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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
WFDB Calls to Follow Mandatory Guidelines
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) is deeply concerned over the loss of life and suffering that is inflicted on so many as a result of the conflict in Ukraine. As a leading international trade organization that incorporates diamond bourses from all around the globe, the WFDB has always called upon its members to encourage tolerance, dialogue and
Jewelled Koi a Masterpiece on Its Own
Perth: Synonymous with harmony and happiness, The Jewelled Koi combines two Western Australian icons – Argyle Pink Diamonds™ and The Perth Mint – and undoubtedly sits among The Perth Mint’s most luxurious coins launched to date. With only eight of these new, limited-edition masterpieces available at AUD 262,800 each, The Jewelled Koi coins are expected to be snapped up quickly
US Bans Imports of Russian Diamonds
Washington: The US President Joe Biden has issued an executive order prohibiting the import of “nonindustrial” diamonds originating in Russia. The measures, which the White House announced on Friday, follow Russia’s continued war in Ukraine and build on earlier US sanctions outlawing debt and equity transactions with Alrosa and its CEO, Sergey Ivanov. Those previous rulings did not constitute an outright ban
GJEPC Honours Banker Bijayananda Pattanayak
Mumbai: At a glittering event, GJEPC the apex body of the gem & jewellery trade in India, felicitated Bijayananda Pattanayak, Executive Vice President and Head – Global Diamond & Jewellery Group, IndusInd Bank, for his unstinted service to the diamond and jewellery industry. The felicitation ceremony was held in the presence of Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC; Arun Khurana, Deputy Managing
