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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
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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De Beers Consolidates Leadership of Jewellery Houses
London: De Beers Group yesterday announced that Nancy Liu, CEO of De Beers Forevermark, has decided to leave the business and Céline Assimon, currently CEO of De Beers Jewellers, will expand her role to lead both jewellery houses. In her expanded capacity Céline will continue to report to Stephen Lussier, Chairman of both jewellery houses, and will shape a coordinated
GJEPC Bestows Artisan Awards 2021
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) concluded the 4th edition of The Artisan Awards, India’s premier jewellery design competition, on July 20 at Hotel Four Seasons in Mumbai. Designers from India and overseas participated in the competition to showcase excellence and innovation in jewellery design. The Artisan Awards celebrates the highest levels of artistry through world-class pieces exhibited by designers. The
GJEPC Launches Its New Brand Identity
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex body for the Gem & Jewellery Trade in India introduced their new identity today. The vision is to position India as a unique destination for gems and jewellery. Mr. Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC said, “The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is a forward-thinking, all-inclusive association that believes in
Covid Vaccination Drive for Artisans of Diamond Ind.
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) along with Gem & Jewellery National Relief Foundation (GJNRF) and World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) organised a free vaccination drive for the artisans of the diamond industry on 19th July 2021. The program was inaugurated by chief guest Mr. Vinod Ghosalkar, Chairman of Mumbai Building Repair and Reconstruction Board; Mr. Sanjay Kothari,
Kirit Bhansali Applauds the Union Budget
Mumbai: India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Union Budget for 2026-27 which is hailed by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Through an official Press Release its Chairman Mr. Kirit Bhansali says: “We thank the Government for a positive, growth-focused Budget that addresses key bottlenecks and gives fresh momentum to India’s gems and jewellery sector.
G&J Trade Welcomes the Union Budget
Mumbai: India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman presented the union budget for 2026-27 yesterday in the parliament. Provisions of which are welcomed by India’s gem & jewellery (G&J) trade. Mr. Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC): “The Union Budget 2026–27 reflects a stable and sensitive approach towards the Gems & Jewellery industry. The absence of
De Beers Group Debuts at India Art Fair 2026
New Delhi: De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company, makes its debut at India Art Fair 2026 with Voyage Through the Diamond Realm, an immersive experience in collaboration with textile artist Lakshmi Madhavan that celebrates natural diamonds as nature’s original works of art. The presentation will be on view from 5th to 8th February 2026 at NSIC Grounds, Okhla, as part of India
Antwerp Extremely Satisfied with India-EU FTA
Antwerp: The recently concluded trade agreement between the European Union and India provides for a reduction of India’s import duty on naturally polished diamonds of European origin, from 5.5% to 2.5%. This tariff reduction is the result of intensive lobbying efforts by the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), in close cooperation with the European Commission. The measure represents a new boost for the Antwerp diamond industry and strengthens Antwerp’s attractiveness as a polishing centre. The reduced tariff is expected to have a positive impact on exports from Antwerp to India. “We are extremely pleased with the outcome of the long-awaited trade agreement between Europe and India,” says Karen Rentmeesters, CEO of AWDC. “Thanks to AWDC’s intensive and sustained lobbying, in close cooperation with the European Commission, India’s import duty on polished diamonds has been reduced from 5.5% to 2.5%. This is an important boost for the Belgian diamond sector and is expected to have a positive impact on exports of Antwerp-polished diamonds to India. Moreover, this measure strengthens our competitiveness as a polishing center: diamonds polished in Europe will now be able to enter India at a more favourable tariff than before, and also compared to other major trading hubs. India is one of the fastest-growing consumer markets for jewelry and therefore also offers
