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A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
A Surging Rupee Tripled Gold’s Global Loss in India as Silver Broke Down
Macro Snapshot: The Reserve Bank of India changed the domestic arithmetic before trading opened on 12 October. On 10 October it announced a special window to meet the entire daily dollar requirement of Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum directly from its reserves, taking a large block of import demand out of the spot market. The central bank also tightened rupee derivative rules, imposing a 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve on eligible contracts above $2 million and barring the
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Gems Keep Giving Relaunches with New Board
New York: Gems Keep Giving (GKG), an International Colored Gemstone (ICA) industry initiative that supports communities in artisanal colored gemstone mining and cutting communities, has recently reorganized, appointing a new board and Chair. Securing its stature as an independent, not-for-profit (501-C3) charitable organization, Gems Keep Giving newly elected Board members are Hayley Henning (Chair), Damien Cody, Clement Sabbagh, Ruth Benjamin-Thomas, Brian
Augmont Gold For All Wins Top Honours
Mumbai: Augmont Gold For All, one of India’s largest fully integrated Gold-Tech companies, announced its double victory at the India Gold Conference 2023-24. The company has secured two of the industry’s most prestigious awards: Leading Gold Bullion Refiner (All-India) of 2023-24 and Innovative Digital Gold Player of 2023-24. These accolades underscore Augmont’s dominance and pioneering spirit in the gold market. The
PNG Jewellers’ IPO Opens on 10th September
Mumbai: P N Gadgil Jewellers Ltd. (the “Company”) proposes to open its initial public offering (“Offer“) on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Bid/ Offer Closing Date will be Thursday, September 12, 2024. Anchor Investor Bidding Date is one Working Day prior to Bid/Offer Opening Date, that is, Monday, September 09, 2024. The Price Band of the Offer has been fixed from ₹456
Celebrate Onam with Platinum Jewellery
Kochi: Onam, a festival that symbolizes new beginnings and the promise of prosperity, brings with it the perfect opportunity to celebrate with something truly special. As families gather to create vibrant Pookalams, share the sumptuous Onam Sadhya, and celebrate the legendary return of King Mahabali, there’s no better way to elevate your festivities than with the timeless beauty of platinum
AWDC & Angola Strengthen Trade Relations
Antwerp: Earlier this week, the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) and Angola signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). AWDC, the umbrella organization for Belgian diamond companies, hailed this as a significant milestone in its partnership with Angola, one of the world’s leading diamond-producing countries. By formalizing their collaboration through the MoU, both parties aim to strengthen trade relations, ensuring that
India’s G&J Trade Adopts FTC Guidelines, USA
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), apex body for the gem & jewellery trade in India, has adopted the new mandated definition, nomenclature and guidelines for diamonds specified by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) of the United States (U.S.). The FTC’s updated guidelines provide a clear, standardized definition of ‘diamond’ and distinct terminology for laboratory-grown diamonds, ensuring
Milan Chokshi is New Chairman of GJSCI
Mumbai: Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) has announced the election of Mr. Milan Chokshi as its new Chairman. The decision was made at a Board of Directors meeting held on 15th October, 2024. Chokshi, a prominent figure in the gem and jewellery industry, succeeds Shri. Adil Kotwal, whose tenure was marked by significant contributions to the Council. Under
Botswana and G7 Announce G7 Verification Point
Antwerp: The Diamond Technical Team of the G7 and Botswana announced in a joint statement that an Export Verification Point for rough diamonds would be established in Botswana. For the development of this G7 verification point, Botswana will receive support and expertise from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), which has been operating as a G7 verification and certification hub
