Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?

Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring

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Why Is a Widening Gulf War Lifting Oil but Sinking Gold and Silver?

Macro Snapshot: The week ending 30 October brought the kind of news that once sent buyers into gold. Reuters reported the first known successful limpet-mine strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz since the war began in February, and Houthi forces claimed strikes on Saudi refineries. Washington ordered non-emergency government staff out of Saudi Arabia amid reports that US strikes on Iran could resume after the 3 November midterm elections. Brent rose 13.6% over October, with the expiring

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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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PGI Releases Platinum Jewellery Business Review

London: The high performance of platinum as a metal and the emotional connections it builds with consumers make it an optimal choice for differentiation within the fine jewellery industry. Platinum Guild International (PGI) released the annual Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR), highlighting platinum’s prestigious image among jewellery retailers and their customers. Platinum’s unique qualities continue to support consumer demand and

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IIJS Premiere 'Exhibitor Meets' in Different Cities

Mumbai: After successfully organising IIJS Premiere Exhibitor Meets at Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata, the GJEPC team went to Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, informing the exhibitors about the benefits of participating at IIJS Premiere 2022. A presentation was delivered on the upcoming shows: IIJS Premiere 2022, IIJS Signature 2023 and IIJS Tritiya 2023, explaining in detail the various aspects of

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GJEPC Organizes Pune Sneha Melava

Pune: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) was the Associate Partner of the Pune Sneha Melava that was attended by more than 1,000 top retailers from Pune and the surrounding region. The event was organised by the Pune Saraf Association (PSA), headed by President Mr. Fatehchand Ranka on 23rd May, 2022, to celebrate the 97th year of the

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Despite Challenges, Gold is Well Positioned

Mumbai: Gold entered the second half of 2025 following an exceptionally strong performance in the first six months of the year, with prices rising 26%. This surge was driven by a weaker US dollar, ongoing geopolitical tensions, strong investor interest, and sustained central bank buying, according to the World Gold Council’s (WGC) mid-year outlook released on Tuesday, July 15. While

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GJEPC Targets Saudi Arabia to Expand G&J Exports

Jeddah: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body of the gem and jewellery trade in India, with the support of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India; the Embassy of India in Riyadh; the Consulate General of India in Jeddah; and the Dubai Jewellery Group, successfully launched SAJEX – The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition

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GJSCI Gets Skill Development Leadership Award

Mumbai: World Education Congress 2025 at its 14th Edition honoured The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India “The Skill Development Leadership Award” under the title The New Education Paradigms. The World Education Congress 2025 is governed by Global Advisory Council which guides the strategic intent of the congress to its logical success. The World HRD Congress, is a global forum committed

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Top 100 UK Buyers Turn Up at India-UK BSM

London: Some of the UK’s most respected jewellery buyers, including Allied Gold, Brown & Newirth, Gemporia, Asprey, Optima, Astrid & Miyu and Gecko Jewellery among several others, turned out in strong numbers at the recently held India–UK Gem & Jewellery Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM) in London, underscoring the growing confidence in Indian manufacturing and the business potential unlocked by the forthcoming

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