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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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De Beers to Stop LGD Production
Las Vegas: Diamond giant De Beers is changing course, announcing it will stop producing lab-grown stones for its Lightbox brand. The company will instead concentrate on its core business of mined diamonds and industrial diamond production. This strategic shift comes as De Beers seeks a buyer for its parent company, Anglo American. De Beers’ CEO, Al Cook, unveiled the new
Gemfields’ May Emeralds Auction Sets Record
Mumbai: Gemfields sold 208,990 carats of high-quality emeralds mined at its 75%-owned Kagem Mine in Zambia for total auction revenues of $35 million. The stones were sold at an average price of $167.51 per carat. It said the 48 auctions of Kagem gemstones held since July 2009 have generated just above $1 billion in total revenues. “We are very pleased
India Pavilion at JCK Las Vegas 2024
Las Vegas: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organised India Pavilion at the 2024 JCK Las Vegas trade show, continuing its presence at this key event for the 19th consecutive year. Scheduled from 31st May to 3rd June 2024, at the Sands Expo & The Venetian, this year’s event promises to be a spectacular showcase of the finest
Lab Grown Threat to Botswana Economy
Gaborone: Lab grown diamonds (LGDs) are a threat to Botswana’s economic lifeblood, says the country’s president Mokgweetsi Masisi. He was speaking to reporters on 29th May, ahead of the first phase in a $6bn project to extend the life of Jwaneng, its flagship diamond mine. “If lab grown diamonds take our space, then you and I are finished,” he said.
Oct. 2024 Marks Revival in CPD Exports
Mumbai: India’s gem and jewellery exports has made strides in October 2024, marking a turning point with positive growth in multiple product categories, notably cut and polished diamonds, gold Jewellery (plain & studded), and polished lab-grown diamonds. In October 2024, the overall gross exports of gems and jewellery reached USD 2,998.04 million (Rs. 25,194.41 crores), marking a growth of 9.18% in
WDC Urges KP to Unite to Overcome Obstacles
Dubai: The World Diamond Council President, Feriel Zerouki (WDC), delivered her opening address to the 2024 Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary with a compelling call for unity and action, addressing industry challenges and the need for essential reforms. In her keynote speech, she emphasized the WDC’s commitment to strengthening the KP and promoting an equitable and sustainable diamond industry. In her
NDC Unveils New ‘Diamonds of Canada’ Report
Mumbai: Diamond Council (NDC) recently announced the launch of its latest report titled ‘Diamonds of Canada’. This report is an extension of the larger ‘Diamond Facts’ report unveiled by NDC last year, which aimed at highlighting the significance of natural diamonds and the positive impact on the communities they touch. The Diamonds of Canada report offers an in-depth look uncovering
Get Festive Ready with Platinum Evara
Mumbai: It’s that time of the year to bring out the festive finery – for a day of celebration and evenings that spell sophistication and understated elegance; each look, talked about long after the party has ended. As you elevate your style game, complement those stunning outfits with the precious timelessness of platinum jewellery. Unique platinum jewellery pieces from Platinum EVARA’s
