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Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
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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
Global Gold Demand Hits New High in 2024
Mumbai: The World Gold Council’s (WGC) Q4 and Full Year 2024 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total annual gold demand (including OTC ) hit a new, record high of 4,974t, driven by strong, sustained central bank buying and growth in investment demand. The combination of record high gold prices, and volumes resulted in the highest ever total value of
Jemora Gemhouse’s 1st Auction of Sapphires
Dubai: Jemora Gemhouse confirms its inaugural auction to occur from March 17-19, 2025, at the Dubai Diamond Exchange. This exclusive event will showcase an unparalleled collection of sapphires from some of the world’s most renowned sources, including Kashmir, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Key Highlights for Inaugural Auction: Mr. Dev Shetty, Jemora Gemhouse’s Founder and CEO said, “Our inaugural auction will
WFDB Presidents’ Meeting 2025 on June 10-11
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has announced that its next Presidents’ Meeting will be held on June 10-11 in New York City, hosted by the Diamond Dealers Club (DDC) of New York. The annual Presidents’ Meeting is an important international event, convening senior representatives of the 27 member bourses and major players from throughout the diamond pipeline.
G&J Industry Welcomes the Union Budget
Mumbai: India’s Finance Minister Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the year 2025-26 in Lok Sabha yesterday which was wholeheartedly welcomed by the Gems & Jewellery industry of the country. Here are the feedbacks received by some industry leaders: Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman of GJEPC: “Union Budget puts India in the growth path to Viksit Bharat. The Budget
