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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Gem-A’s New Issue of The Journal of Gemmology

London: The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has launched the latest issue of its academic publication, The Journal of Gemmology (Volume 39, No. 2, 2024). Released digitally on June 25, this issue contains news and research from the international gemmological community, including an article focusing on the geographic origin determination of high-quality green jadeite-omphacite jade from Myanmar, Guatemala and Italy. The

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Guatemala BSM Opens New Doors for Exports

Guatemala: GJEPC along with the Embassy of India in Guatemala successfully conducted a hybrid Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM) to promote Indian gems and jewellery in the Central American market. The event held on 24th June was graced by His Excellency Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Guatemala, who delivered the welcome address, and Mr. Ramesh C. Khulbey, Head of Chancery

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GJEPC Presents Pre-Budget Recommendations 

New Delhi: India’s GJEPC Chairman Mr. Vipul Shah presented key recommendations for the gem & jewellery trade at yesterday’s pre-budget meeting with Union Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman. Mr. Shah said, “The Indian gems and jewellery industry contributes around 10% to India’s total merchandise exports. However, the industry is currently facing some challenges due to the geopolitical scenario, the emergence

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Sanctions: EU Extends Sunrise Period

Antwerp: European Union (EU) is extending the “sunrise period” for the traceability of sanctioned Russian diamonds by six months, and allowing trade in “grandfathered stock” – goods imported before restrictions were imposed. Both announcements were made yesterday as part of its 14th package of sanctions, according to the AWDC (Antwerp World Diamond Centre), which has been calling for concessions. The

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Sparkle ’23 Ended Successfully

Surat: The Sparkle International Gems and Jewellery Exhibition-2023, organized by Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) and South Gujarat Chamber Trade and Industry Development Center at Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Indoor Stadium in Athwa lines, Surat on 25, 26 and 27th August, concluded with a great success note. The three-day exhibition showcased both traditional and innovative jewellery designs. The

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SKY in Men of Platinum’s Latest Campaign

Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India’s Men of Platinum introduces a new chapter of their extraordinary narrative. Capturing the essence of a true man of character, the brand welcomes leading cricketer “SKY”-Suryakumar Yadav into their fold. Selected as the face of their latest campaign, Suryakumar’s journey mirrors the enduring rare qualities that platinum stands for. Six captivating digital films, a television rendition, print &

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RSBL Receives ‘Best Gold Bullion Dealer’ of the Year Award

Mumbai: RiddiSiddhi Bullions Limited (RSBL) recently announced that they had won the “Best Gold Bullion Dealer for the Year 2022-23” award at the renowned India Gold Conference, which was held at JW Marriott, Kolkata, India on 18-20 Aug 2023. RSBL is an Indian global conglomerate embracing multiple industries and operating profitable businesses founded on innovation, customer trust, and value creation for

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‘Navratan’ Exhibition at G20 TIMM Inaugurated

Jaipur: India’s Minister of Commerce & Industry Mr. Piyush Goyal, and Mr. Olivier Becht, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Economic Attractiveness and French Nationals Abroad, Government of France, who are currently attending the G20 Trade and Investment working group meetings (TIMM) in Jaipur, inaugurated the “NAVARATAN” exhibition, which is held on the sidelines of the G20 TIMM at the Chandra

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