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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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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GJEPC's 2nd India Global Connect Meet with Malaysia

Mumbai: India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organised the 2nd India Global Connect meet with Malaysia on 2nd June, a follow up of the 14th Feb meet this year. The meeting touched upon ways to strengthen the gem and jewellery trade between the two countries. The forum was attended by H.E. Mr. B.N. Reddy, High Commissioner of India

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Rio Tinto Launches Icon Partner Program

Perth: Rio Tinto has launched the new Icon Partner program, as part of its strategy for the future development of the Argyle Pink Diamonds brand. Following the November 2020 closure of the Argyle mine in Western Australia, Rio Tinto has retained and managed the Argyle Pink Diamonds brand and has been working with its exclusive distribution network to ensure it

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IDE Holds Successful Blue & White Fair

Ramat Gan: The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) held one of its most successful internal shows yesterday on the huge trading floor of the bourse complex. The Blue & White Fair, which filled the trading floor and was buzzing with activity, included 53 exhibitors and presented diamonds, precious gems and jewelry worth tens of millions of dollars. For the first time

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Fabergé Celebrates Pride Month

New York: Fabergé is delighted to celebrate ‘A Love in Colour’ this June, with the Colours of Love Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Trans Flag Fluted Eternity Ring, with proceeds from sales donated to the Trans Wellness Center. This vibrant creation is set in 18k yellow gold and decorated with pink and blue sapphires and diamonds, recreating the colours of

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Gemfields Generates $32 Mln. from Emerald Auction

London: Gemstone miner Gemfields generated $32 million in revenue from an auction of high-quality rough emeralds sourced from its 75%-owned Kagem mine in Zambia. The auction, held from August 25 to September 11, saw all 38 lots successfully sold at an average realised price of $160.78/ct. Among the highlights was an exceptional 11 685 ct gemstone, named Imboo (meaning “buffalo”),

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SAJEX: a Catalyst for Enhancing Bilateral Relations

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia presents significant opportunities for the Indian gem and jewellery (G&J) market, and SAJEX serves not merely as an exhibition, but as a vital catalyst for enhancing bilateral relations and creating shared value for both economies. GJEPC aspires for this event to gain widespread recognition and to become a staple on Jeddah’s event calendar, thereby stimulating the local

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New Export Opportunities for India’s G&J in Saudi Arabia

Jeddah: The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX 2025), the first-ever dedicated B2B gems and jewellery (G&J) exhibition in the Kingdom, was inaugurated yesterday at the iconic Jeddah Superdome. Organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) with the support of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, the Embassy of India in Riyadh, and the Consulate

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IFJA, a Design School for Jewellery Launched

Milan: The International Fine Jewellery Academy (IFJA), a jewellery craftsmanship and design school that will be based in Milan, Italy, was officially launched on September 6, during a presentation about the new institution that was a highlight of the CIBJO seminar series at the September 2025 edition VICENZAORO jewellery show in Vicenza. As described by its founders, the International Fine

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