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Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?
Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring
Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?
Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring
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AWDC Welcomes Postponement of Mandatory Traceability
Antwerp: Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing the interests of Belgian diamond companies, has welcomed the provisions of the 16th sanctions package against Russia, announced recently by the G7. AWDC considers the postponement of the deadline for the mandatory implementation of a traceability mechanism for diamonds to January 1, 2026, an important signal, as it grants diamond
Argyle Pink Diamonds Partners with West Australian Ballet
Mumbai: Argyle Pink Diamonds has forged a collaboration with the West Australian Ballet, Australia’s oldest ballet company, to establish the Rare Gem partnership. This initiative will fund a 12-month scholarship within the prestigious Young Artists Program, providing emerging ballet dancers with invaluable stage experience, mentorship, and preparation for a professional career. Lauren Major, Executive Director of West Australian Ballet, expressed
Gemfields Held Auction of Unsold High Quality Emeralds
London: Gemfields has generated $4.8-million in revenue from a mini auction, held from February 19 to 21, of previously unsold higher-quality emeralds. The Gemstone miner says 10 of the 13 lots on offer were sold, with 45 864 ct sold out of the 59 192 ct on offer. An average sales price of $105.49/ct was achieved. Gemfields product and sales MD Adrian Banks said
India Takes Centre Stage as Partner at INHORGENTA
Munich: India proudly takes centre stage as the role of official partner country at INHORGENTA 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the global gem and jewellery industry. The show, INHORGENTA 2025, was inaugurated at the India Pavilion recently by Mr. Shatrughna Sinha, IFS, Consul General of India, Munich; Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Stefan Rummel, CEO of Messe München;
Rajesh Exports Registered Net Profit Growth of 69%
Bengaluru (By Evaluate Research): Rajesh Exports reported a stellar growth in net profit, ahead of our expectations, on a YoY basis, despite a global economic slowdown, indicating that margins are showing sustained improvement. Net profit for the fiscal second quarter [ended September] came in at Rs.2,914 mn, up 69% on a YoY basis. The rise in the gross and operating
India’s G&J Exports Increased 16% in Oct
Mumbai: India’s gem and jewellery (G&J) exports witnessed a 16% growth in October 2021 versus 2019, owing to strong demand from key export destinations, especially the US. Overall gross exports of Gems & Jewellery (G&J) in October amounted to US$ 4170.59 million (Rs. 31241.090 crore) as compared to US$ 3610.07 million (Rs. 25647.06 crore) for the same period in 2019.
The Golden Thread: A Documentary on Gold Launched
Mumbai: The World Gold Council (WGC) has launched its first immersive documentary series showcasing gold’s impact on humanity’s past, present and future. A five-episode series explores the metal’s history, cultural relevance and technological uses. Featuring experts and stories from around the world, exploring gold’s world-changing impact as an engineering super-material, biological instrument, symbolic creative medium and economic pillar. It is
De Beers Announces A New Global Campaign
Mumbai: De Beers announces a new global campaign centred on commitments to ourselves, to one another and the wider world. It marks a fresh, purpose-led brand strategy and new chapter in the company’s 133 year long history. The statement ‘I do.’ is one of the most significant and time-honoured expressions of intent. Deeply emotional and instantly life-changing, it is an
