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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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India's G&J Exports Fell 37% in Apr-Jan: GJEPC
Mumbai: India’s gems and jewellery (G&J) exports dipped 7.8 per cent in January to USD 2.7 billion as against $2.9 billion a year ago, according to data provided by the Gem Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). During April-January 2021, exports declined about 37 per cent to $19.24 billion as compared with $30.52 billion during the 10 months of 2019-20, the
GJEPC Hails 'Atmanirbharta' Proposed by Government
Mumbai: The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), the apex body for promotion of gems and jewellery exports, hails Government of India for the latest amendments made in the Gold Monetisation Scheme. GJEPC lauds Government’s decision of inclusion of jewellers as CPTCs and introduction of SoP for retailers on how to operate under GMS. The Council is
PGI Launches New Advertisement Campaign
Mumbai: The year 2020 saw the world grappling with a host of difficulties and challenges– no less for couples. But in this face of uncertainty, the solace and stability that relationships offered became more valuable than ever before as couples turned to their partners for comfort and strength. Now, entering into 2021 with trepidation and caution, it’s the love they share that
WJA Launches Financial Empowerment Series
New York: The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) launched its first-ever Financial Empowerment series in partnership with The Newman Group of Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. to further the personal and professional development of women in the jewellery and watch industries. The first event, Women and Money: Taking Control of Your Financial Future, will be held virtually Wednesday, February 24th, at 1pm
Divine Solitaires Seeks $10 mln Fund for Expansion
Mumbai: Divine Solitaires, India’s loose solitaire brand that is exclusively focused on natural diamond solitaire jewellery, has opened its first round of seed funding seeking an investment of $10 million. The Mumbai-based company is gearing up to aggressively scale its business to become a $250–300 million enterprise over the next 3-4 years. Launched in 2006 by brothers Jignesh Mehta and Shailen Mehta,
IIJS Bharat Signature Closes with Rs. 75,000 Cr. Orders
Mumbai: The 18th edition of IIJS Bharat – Signature 2026, organized by GJEPC, concluded in Mumbai, marking a strong start to the global gems and jewellery trade calendar for 2026. As the first major B2B trade show of the year, the event set a bullish tone for the industry, with an estimated ₹75,000 crore in business expected to be realised
BIS Reserves “Diamond” for Natural Diamonds
Mumbai: The Indian gem and jewellery industry has long faced challenges arising from the use of multiple, inconsistent, and often ambiguous terms to describe diamonds and their alternatives—particularly in digital and e-commerce environments. This lack of formal guidance has contributed to consumer confusion and inconsistent disclosure practices across the market. The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) welcomes the adoption of IS
‘Quantum Couture’ is the Theme for Artisan Awards 2026
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has officially announced the theme for the prestigious Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2026, “Quantum Couture – Re-Engineering Beauty and Cultural Codes.” Launched as a call to push boundaries, the 2026 edition invites designers to move beyond convention and create wearable art for a radically evolving world—where jewellery design, legacy and technology
