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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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IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 Crosses 25,000 Registrations
Mumbai: IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 surpassed 25,000 visitor registrations, marking a strong response from the domestic and international jewellery trade. In view of the milestone, GJEPC has extended the Phase 1 visitor registration deadline to 10 July 2026, giving buyers and trade visitors additional time to register at the current rates before the next pricing phase. IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026,
Antwerp Presents Ring with 321 Natural Diamonds to the US
Antwerp: During the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States (US) in the Parc du Cinquantenaire in Brussels, the Antwerp diamond sector presented an exclusive ring set with 321 natural diamonds to U.S. President Donald Trump. The ring symbolizes the historic trade relationship between Antwerp and the United States – for decades the most important export market for
From London to Athens, GJEPC Builds New Export Opportunities
London: Representing India’s gem & jewellery industry (G&J), the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) Vice Chairman Mr. Shaunak Parikh joined the high-level business delegation led by India’s Commerce & Industry Minister Mr. Piyush Goyal to the UK and Greece. In the UK, GJEPC championed the industry’s priorities as the India–UK FTA paves the way for gem & jewellery
Candere Announces Smriti Mandhana as its New Brand Ambassador
Mumbai: Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand from the House of Kalyan Jewellers, has announced celebrated Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its new brand ambassador. Joining Shahrukh Khan as the face of the brand, Smriti’s association marks a significant step in Candere’s journey to strengthen its connect with young, modern Indian consumers. One of India’s most accomplished cricketers, Smriti has built
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
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
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
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
