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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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Booths Allotted to the IIJS Premiere 2026 Exhibitors
Mumbai: In a single day, 34,000+ booths were successfully allotted to 1,800+ companies, turning booth allocation into a celebration of excitement, anticipation, and new beginnings. Exhibitors now know their place on the grand stage and are eagerly counting down to the biggest B2B jewellery gathering of the year. Excitement filled the air as exhibitors found out their booth locations and
Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre at SEEPZ-SEZ Inaugurated
Mumbai: India’s Minister of State for Commerce & Industry Mr. Jitin Prasada inaugurated the Customs Export-Import Facilitation Centre (CEIFC) at SDF-VIII in SEEPZ-SEZ, Mumbai, on 19 June 2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening trade facilitation within the export zone. The inauguration was hosted by Mr. Dnyaneshwar B. Patil, IAS, Zonal Development Commissioner, SEEPZ-SEZ. Senior officials present included Mr. Mayur
Early Bird Discount for “TREASURES”
Lisbon: If you haven’t done so yet, there are still a few days to register with the reduced Early Bird rate and secure your seat for the second edition of TREASURES, an award-winning international colloquium that will take place under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Portugal at the Royal Treasure Museum, Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, in
First-Ever Sale of 100% Traceable Artisanal Diamonds from Congo
Antwerp/Kinshasa: Today, fully traceable, artisanal diamonds from the Democratic Republic of Congo were sold on the international market for the very first time in Antwerp. The diamonds, originating from the Kasai region, are part of OrigemA:a Belgian-Congolese initiative that provides artisanal miners with access to international markets, guarantees fair prices, and supports the livelihoods of more than 3 million people. During this first
Gems Keep Giving Sends Funding Requests
New York: Gems Keep Giving (GKG), the global gemstone industry and trade initiative that supports communities in artisanal colored gemstone mining and cutting communities, calls upon industry members and players in the colored gemstone supply chain to bring suitable projects to GKG’s attention. “GKG is proud of its first project in Kamtonga, Kenya. In 2022, GKG completed a project to
India’s Gold Demand up by 18% in Q3
London: The World Gold Council’s (WGC) Q3 2024 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total gold demand increased 5% year-on-year to 1,313t, a record third quarter. Total demand exceeded US$100bn for the first time on record, supported by strong investment in a record-high price environment. Global investment demand more than doubled year-on-year to 364t, driven by a shift in demand for gold ETFs primarily from Western investors. Globally, gold ETFs added 95t, marking the first positive quarter since Q1’22. Bar and coin demand fell 9%, but the year-to date total remains strong at 859t compared to the 10-year average of 774t. Central bank buying slowed in Q3 though demand remained robust at 186t. Year-to- date central bank demand reached 694t, in line with the same period of 2022. Gold prices continued to rise to record highs during the quarter reaching an average of US$2,474/oz, hampering global demand for gold jewellery. Total jewellery consumption was down 12%
2024 CIBJO Congress to be Streamed Live
Milan: The 2024 CIBJO Congress is set to open in Shanghai, China, on November 2, and for the first time in the history of the three-day event, it will be broadcast live worldwide. Free access to the live broadcast will be available via the dedicated congress website at https://cibjo.org/congress-2024/ or via the CIBJO YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@cibjocommunications9276/streams. The Digital Binder of the
GJC Advises Jewellers to Carry Essential Documents
Mumbai: The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has called upon its members and industry stakeholders to carry out all necessary documentation to ensure the smooth movement of goods during the upcoming Maharashtra election. The GJC’s directive covers items such as gems and jewellery, bullion, precious stones, and allied articles. In light of the upcoming Maharashtra elections, GJC
