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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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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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

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CIBJO to Hold 4 Seminars at Sep. VICENZAORO

Milan: CIBJO’s popular Jewellery Industry Voices webinar and seminar series will continue at the VICENZAORO show in Vicenza, Italy, with four hybrid seminars – in person at the Palladio Theatre at the Fiera di Vicenza exposition centre, and simultaneously live streamed. They will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024.   The event is being hosted by the VICENZAORO organizer, the

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ALROSA Closes its Trading Office in Antwerp

Antwerp: ALROSA has declared bankruptcy of its Belgian trading division, Alrosa Belgium NV in Antwerp. According to the Belgian edition l’Echo, in mid-June the supervisory board of the company recommended termination of participation in the Belgian trading division of Alrosa Belgium through bankruptcy. “The representative office of the Russian company ALROSA in Antwerp, Belgium (Alrosa Belgium), was closed after the

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10th IRGSS Inaugurated in Jaipur

Jaipur: The 10th Edition of the India Rough Gemstones Sourcing Show 2024 (IRGSS), organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was inaugurated on 27th August in Jaipur by Mr. Neeraj Dubey, Additional Commissioner of Customs, Jaipur in the presence of Mr. K. M. Meena, Assistant Commissioner of Customs, Air Cargo Complex (ACC), Jaipur, along with key industry representatives.

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JGA Hong Kong Ended with Success

HONG KONG: The Jewellery & Gem ASIA Hong Kong (JGA) successfully concluded its first big event since 2019 on 25 June, setting the stage for renewal and transformation as the industry undergoes a massive transition.  In a format similar to its pre-pandemic editions, JGA, previously known as the June Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair, brought together 1,688 exhibitors from

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Platinum Leaders Shine at Season of Love Awards

Kochi: Building upon the resounding success of its previous five editions, Platinum Guild International (PGI) – India once again launched its annual flagship retail initiative, Platinum ‘Season of Love’ in 2023. This prestigious event witnessed participation from over 1650 stores and has become the pinnacle of achievement in the Indian platinum jewellery sector, celebrating excellence, creativity, and the limitless possibilities

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Reena Ahluwalia Unveils ‘Koh-i-Noor’ Painting

Toronto: Reena Ahluwalia has brought the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond to life in a stunning artwork that pays homage to its rich history. For the first time ever, the Koh-i-Noor diamond has been faithfully interpreted on canvas by Ahluwalia, and the masterpiece has been immortalised as a digital art NFT on the blockchain. This groundbreaking fusion of art, jewellery history, and

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Argyle Pink Diamond Masterpiece Debuts

Sydney: Australian jeweller J Farren-Price is showcasing the first jewellery piece crafted from a new collection of rare pink diamonds from Argyle. Known as The Argyle Heritage Collection™, the first masterpiece, The Argyle Lotus™ ring, is the debut jewel of the collection and comprises 3.34 carats of Argyle Pink Diamonds™, complemented by 3.82 carats of white diamonds. The Argyle LotusTM

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