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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
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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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
New Source of Paraíba Tourmalines Reportedly Discovered in Ethiopia
Basel: Copper-bearing tourmalines—widely known in the trade as Paraíba tourmalines—have captivated gem dealers, collectors, and enthusiasts around the world since they first appeared on the market in the late 1980s. The Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF has received credible reports from trade sources that indicate a new deposit of copper-bearing tourmaline has been discovered in Ethiopia. To date, the number of
Kunming Diamonds is Authorised Partner for Argyle
Perth: Rio Tinto has welcomed Hong Kong based coloured diamond specialist, Kunming Diamonds as an Authorised Partner for Argyle Pink Diamonds. Kunming joins a global network of 13 exclusive Authorised Partners entrusted with the care and custody of Argyle pink diamonds. Patrick Coppens, General manager for Sales and Marketing for Rio Tinto’s diamonds business said, “Kunming is an exciting company
GJEPC Welcomes Relief Given by the Government
Mumbai: In a major relief to the Indian diamond industry, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes And Customs, Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue, Government of India, at the behest of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), announced an extension of three months on certified diamond re-imports in an official notification. The provision stated: “Provided that for the
Thailand and India Cooperate to Revive G&J Industry
Mumbai: The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) organized a webinar to discuss the potential business opportunity between India’s and Thailand’s jewellery industry in post COVID-19, as well as to promote the new version of Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF). Entitled ‘Managing the Crisis, Mitigating the Impact with Survival & Revival Strategy for Jewelry Industry Related Post COVID-19’, the
India Extends Relief to Gems & Jewellery Sector
New Delhi: In view of the Covid-19 pandemic situation, the government has extended relief to the gems and jewellery sector by relaxing the requirement of re-import of cut and polished diamonds, which have been sent abroad for certification and grading, by three months. In a statement, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said on Sunday that this
