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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India’s G&J Exports Grow 9.43% in September 2026

Mumbai: India’s gem and jewellery (G&J) exports continued their growth trajectory in September 2026, with gross exports rising 9.43% in US dollar terms and 18.24% in rupee terms year-on-year to US$ 2.95 billion (Rs. 28,157.55 crore), compared to US$ 2.70 billion (Rs. 23,813.91 crore) in September 2025. For April–September 2026, India’s gross gem and jewellery exports reached US$ 14.30 billion

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Rohit Sharma, Anirudh Ravichander Star in Platinum’s New Campaign

Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India unveiled a new campaign for its men’s jewellery brand Men of Platinum, featuring cricketer Rohit Sharma and music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The campaign signals an expansion of the men’s platinum jewellery category, speaking to a wider spectrum of men—from those seeking contemporary, design-led pieces as an expression of personal style to those drawn to

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India’s G&J Industry Welcomes GST Reforms

Mumbai: The Indian Gem & Jewellery industry (G&J) expressed its sincere gratitude to India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman for the landmark GST reform recommendations approved at the 57th GST Council meeting. These progressive recommendations are a significant step towards enhancing ease of doing business, strengthening export competitiveness and creating a more enabling environment for the growth of India’s Gem

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Momentum is Building for Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair

Basel: Three months after its launch, it is clear that Basilia Jewellery & Watch Fair, organised by Informa Markets and MCH Group, meets a strong need with its gateway trade fair for the jewellery, watch and gemstone industries in Asia and Europe. Strong market demand has already brought exhibitor registrations to 70% of the target for the inaugural edition, which

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Forevermark’s New Designs from Artemis Collection

Mumbai: Forevermark, the diamond brand from De Beers Group, showcased its exquisite new designs from the Forevermark Artemis Collection in collaboration with celebrated fashion designer Bibhu Mohapatra in association with PMJ Jewels, during New York Fashion Week. Bibhu Mohapatra an expert craftsman who continues to grace the runway with his refined collections, using exquisite fabrics alongside tailoring to create sophisticated yet edgy looks, brings this same expertise

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CIBJO-IEG Seminar at VICENZAORO September Show

Vicenza: With members of the jewellery and gemstone sectors under growing pressure to actively demonstrate that they are conducting their businesses in a sustainable manner, including verifying that the items they purchase, process and sell have been sourced responsibly, a range of technological solutions are currently being developed to help them comply with the due diligence requirements. These came under

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GJEPC Organizes First India-USA Jewellery BSM

The first-ever India-US Jewellery Buyer Seller Meet (BSM) was inaugurated by Mr. Colin Shah, Vice Chairman, Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) along with Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC. Leading Indian jewellery exporters interacted with a delegation of over 32 topmost jewellery buyers i.e. 23 from United States and 9 from New Zealand, Ireland, Spain, United Kingdom and Germany –

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PNG Jewellers Collaborates with Forevermark

Pune: PNG Jewellers in association with Forevermark launched their exclusive festive collection. The latest collection with over 400+ designs have been crafted by PNG Jewellers with Forevermark diamonds. Contemporary and chic the stunning diamond jewellery collection is perfectly suited for every occasion. And is bound to add a sparkle to every woman’s collection. PNG Jewellers collaborated with Forevermark to bring forth an exquisitely crafted jewellery

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