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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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Interpol Withdraws Red Notice Against Mehul Choksi
London: The removal of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi’s name from the Interpol database of Red Notices has drawn condemnation from the Opposition parties in India, while the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has sought the restoration of the notice. Mehul Choksi is the owner of Gitanjali Group, a jewellery firm with 4,000 stores in India. He, along with his nephew
IDMA's 40th Congress to kick off on March 28
Antwerp: The International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA) will kick off its 40th Congress with a “Conversations with Industry Leaders” happening on the afternoon of March 28 at the D-Mall, adjacent to the Maccabi Building of the Israel Diamond Exchange complex. The panel discussion sessions will run from 13:00 to 17:00 hours on March 28. They will include conversations about the
DMIA Held its First ‘Meet & Greet'
New York: The Diamond Manufacturers and Importers Association of America (DMIA) held its first annual member “meet-and-greet-and inform” cocktail reception on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. A well-attended DMIA membership meeting followed the reception. DMIA had invited representatives of GIA (the Gemological Institute of America), the Natural Diamond Council (NDC), the International Gemological Institute (IGI), De Beers, and the U.S. Department
PNG Jewellers Signs Madhuri Dixit as Brand Ambassador
Mumbai: PNG Jewellers, announced the signing of Madhuri Dixit as its brand ambassador for the next two years. Madhuri Dixit, the renowned Bollywood actress, known for her elegance and grace, will represent the brand globally and across India. Madhuri was previously the brand ambassador for PNG Jewellers for a two year period. PNG Jewellers has been crafting exquisite jewellery for
Rapaport Melee Auction at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in association with SEEPZ Mumbai, invites members of the gem & jewellery industry to participate in the Rapaport Melee Auction at the Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC from 13th to 16th July. This is an excellent opportunity to source quality melee diamonds through a globally trusted auction platform while connecting with the
IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Promotion Across Thailand
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has expanded its promotional campaign for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 across Thailand through a series of meetings with the Embassy of India, leading industry associations, government institutions and jewellery retailers. Varun Chulet, Assistant Director, GJEPC Jaipur, led the outreach aimed at strengthening bilateral trade ties and encouraging greater Thai participation in
20 under 40: Celebrating the Next Generation of Leaders
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)’s 20 Under Forty Awards celebrate exceptional young leaders shaping the gem and jewellery industry. The GJEPC recently opened nominations for the 2026 edition. Honorees will be recognized at IIJS Bharat – Premiere 2026, being held August 5–9 at the Jio World Convention Centre and August 6–10 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre
GJEPC Gears Up Industry for India–UK CETA Rollout
Mumbai: The implementation of the landmark India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 15 July 2026 marks a transformative milestone for India’s gem and jewellery industry, opening the door to significantly greater market access, enhanced competitiveness and accelerated bilateral trade with one of its key export markets. With zero-duty access for nearly 99% of Indian exports to the UK, the agreement
