Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded

Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and

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Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded

Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and

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IIGJ’s Training & Skilling Centre Opens in Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri: Mr. Uday Samant, Minister for Industries, Government of Maharashtra, inaugurated the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), training and skilling centre in Ratnagiri on 24th September in the presence of Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. M. Devender Singh, District Collector, Ratnagiri; Mr. Kirthi Kiran Pujar, CEO, Zilla Parishad, Ratnagiri; Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC; Mr. Siddhartha,

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GJS 2024 from 25th Sep in Mumbai

Mumbai: The jewellery industry is set to dazzle as the much-anticipated India Gems and Jewellery Show 2024 (GJS2024) #HumaraApnaShow, a premier retail jewellery exhibition, opens its doors at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, from 25th to 28th September 2024. Organized by All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), this prestigious event brings together the finest jewellery brands, artisans, designers, and retailers

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Positive Outlook for Natural Diamonds: GJEPC

Mumbai: The natural diamond market is showing signs of resilience and recovery as prices begin to stabilize and inventory reaches manageable levels. The natural diamond market is experiencing a positive shift, characterised by price stabilisation and a growing sense of optimism. The industry’s resilience is evident in the recent decline of rough diamond imports relative to polished diamond exports, indicating

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GJEPC & Exim Bank Explore Cluster Strategy for Export Push

Mumbai: GJEPC hosted a meeting with Ms. Rupa Dutta, Advisor, Exim Bank and the former Principal Advisor, Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, along with key Exim Bank officials to discuss the potential of cluster development and export facilitation in the Indian gems and jewellery sector. GJEPC and Exim Bank are collaborating on a joint study to explore strategies for

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IGI Adds QR Codes to Grading Reports

New York: The International Gemological Institute (IGI) North America has added QR (quick response) codes to its diamond grading reports. The addition will allow retailers to showcase a “rotating” diamond to consumers, including top and side views – and easily display any diamond laser inscription. The updated system works mobiles or tablets and allows users to “zoom” in on the

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P. N. Gadgil Jewellers to Set up 'Try-on-Kiosk'

Pune: Technological Advancements have truly revolutionized the gems and jewellery industry, it has led to cut-throat competition and there is ongoing need for change and adoption of newer methods to stay ahead of competition. Technology forces constant changes and development in the business models. Moreover, with the growing disposable income, the lifestyle, the outlook and buying patterns of consumers have

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Alrosa Recovers 78.02-Carat Diamond

Moscow: The ALROSA diamond mining company reported the discovery of a large diamond weighing 78.02 carats at the Mir kimberlite pipe in Yakutia. The size of the diamond is 28.5 x 28.4 x 24.2 mm. This transparent, yellowish-greenish crystal has an octahedral shape, with minor technology-related damage of two tops and small inclusions. According to preliminary estimates of the Diamond

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Belgium Approves New “Carat” Tax Proposal

Antwerp: Belgian newspaper Gazet van Antwerpen reports that Belgium’s Federal Council of Ministers has finalized and approved the legislative framework accompanying the budget proposal, including the new tax proposal for the diamond industry. According to Belgium’s Minister of Finance, Van Overtveldt, the new tax system, calculated as 0.55% of turnover, will result in an additional €50 million in tax revenue,

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