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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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Big FDI Increase in India’s G&J Sector
Mumbai: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India’s gems & jewellery sector witnessed an impressive year-on-year growth of 673% in the first quarter of FY2024, rising to $40 million (INR 330 crore) from $5 million (INR 42 crore) during the same period in 2023. This sharp increase highlights renewed investor confidence in the sector. According to a review by the GJEPC,
Diavik Begins Underground Production
Perth: Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine has officially entered commercial production at its A21 underground mine, marking a significant milestone in the mine’s operations. The successful completion of Phase 1 of the A21 underground project comes after extensive development and construction efforts. The company has also received approval for Phase 2 of the project, with an additional investment of $17
Govt. Offers Duty Waiver for India Jewellery Park
Mumbai: The Maharashtra state government has announced a complete waiver of stamp duty on the first lease of land and subsequent sub-leases within the India Jewellery Park, a project of GJEPC, at Mahape, Navi Mumbai. The decision, outlined in the Maharashtra Government Gazette dated 25th September 2024, aims to encourage investment in the jewellery sector and promote the development of the
Israel-Iran War: Impact on India’s G&J Industry
Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): The escalating tensions between Iran and Israel could have several direct and indirect impacts on India’s Gem & Jewellery (G&J) industry, which is one of the largest in the world, particularly focused in Surat. Here’s a look at potential effects: The ongoing conflict is likely to benefit India’s exports of cut and polished diamonds due to
NDC Report Clears Misconceptions about Diamonds
Mumbai: Natural Diamond Council (NDC), the authoritative resource on natural diamonds, has released its 2023 analytical report entitled, Diamond Facts: Addressing myths and misconceptions about the diamond industry. Through this report, the NDC has set out to address misinformation about both natural diamonds and their synthetic counterparts. “In an age where consumers are more inquisitive and enlightened than ever, they
Celebrate this Akshay Tritiya with Platinum Jewellery
Mumbai: Akshay Tritiya, also known as “Akha Teej”, is a highly revered and auspicious festival celebrated throughout India. This year, the festival is slated to be celebrated on April 22nd, 2023. Akshaya Tritiya, observed on the third day of the Shukla Paksha of the Indian month of Vaisakh, signifies new beginnings and fresh opportunities. The festival is synonymous with wealth,
India’s G&J Exports Grew 2.48% in FY 2022-23
Mumbai: For the FY 2022-23, the overall gem & jewellery exports grew 2.48% to Rs. 300462.52 crores as compared Rs. 293193.19 crores for the same period previous year. In terms of US dollars, the overall gem & jewellery exports accounted for US$ 37468.66 million as compared US$ 39331.71 million for the same period last year. Congratulating the Government of India
6th Edition of Platinum ‘Season of Love’ Retail Initiative
Mumbai: Platinum Guild India (PGI) has announced the sixth edition of its flagship retail initiative – ‘Platinum Season of Love’. A retail trade activation initiative, the month-long programme will kick off from May 1st – June 1st, 2023. Last year the ‘Platinum Season of Love’ saw over 1400+ stores from across 300+ cities reporting a 102% growth in platinum jewellery
