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Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
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The 1st Israel Diamond Conference Opens
Ramat Gan: The first Israel Diamond Conference, which brought together the senior leadership of the global diamond industry, today opened a week-long series of events sponsored by the Israel Diamond Exchange, after a three year hiatus. Israel International Diamond Week will also include the 10th International Diamond Exhibition and the 40th World Diamond Congress. The conference was opened by Israel
World Diamond Museum Establishes in Monaco
London: The World Diamond Museum reached a significant milestone upon receiving a permit from the Ministry of State of the Principality of Monaco to establish itself in Monaco. The statement reads: “The World Diamond Museum aims to be a dynamic, independent association, accessible to all, exercising its activities mainly in the Principality of Monaco. Its chief objective is to create,
Ghaghoo Diamond Mine Faces Closure
Gaborone: Gem Diamonds has failed to find a buyer for its Ghaghoo Diamond Mine in Botswana’s Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR), which had been on care and maintenance since February 2017. Mmegi reports that the diamond miner, which is currently focused on its Lesotho operations, is now considering a final closure of the Botswana operation. It had prioritised a sale
3rd 'India Gem and Jewellery Show’ from 7th April
Mumbai: All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the premier industry body catering to around 300,000 Indian jewellers and the allied industry value chain, is looking forward to the 3rd edition of GJS – India Gem & Jewellery Show scheduled from 7th to 10th April 2023 at Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai. GJS will comprise the top-of-the-line manufacturers/wholesalers of
WDHB Opens Nominations for World Diamond Heritage List
Singapore: The World Diamond Heritage Board (WDHB) has announced the official opening of the public nomination phase for the World Diamond Heritage List (WDHL); an inaugural selection of 100 natural diamonds of outstanding historical importance. Nominations are open from May 18 to June 18, 2026. Every person — from industry professionals to diamond lovers — is invited to nominate up
GJEPC Meets Maharashtra CM to Discuss Key Ind. Priorities
Mumbai: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Mr. Anoop Mehta, Convener, Diamond Panel & President, Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), yesterday met Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Devendra Fadnavis to discuss key priorities concerning the growth and development of the gem and jewellery sector in the state. The discussions focused on strategic initiatives
India is Committed to Strengthening Credibility in Diamond Sector
Mumbai: The Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional Meeting 2026 concluded in Mumbai under India’s Chairship, bringing together representatives from KP Participants, Observers, industry stakeholders and civil society organizations for four days of deliberations on the future of the natural diamond sector. Welcoming the conclusion of the Intersessional, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Mr. Piyush Goyal said India, as the world’s
Kirit Bhansali Appointed as Nominee Director on IAGES Board
Mumbai: Mr. Kirit A. Bhansali has been appointed as the Nominee Director on the Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) Board, effective from11th May 2026. Mr. Bhansali, Chairman of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJPEC) is a well-known personality in the Indian diamond and jewellery industry. He is a partner in Smital Gems, a leading diamond
