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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 Gold Demand Down by 35% in 2020
Mumbai: India’s gold demand for 2020 hit levels last seen in 1995 due to a devastating combination of Covid-related lockdowns and all-time high prices. The country’s gold demand last year was 446.4 tonnes compared to 690.4 tonnes in 2019, a year-on-year decline of 35%, the World Gold Council’s (WGC’s) latest Gold Demand Trends report states. Somasundaram PR, Managing Director of
PGI Showcases Platinum Bands for Valentines Day
Mumbai: Platinum Days of Love by Platinum Guild India (PGI) showcases exquisitely crafted Platinum Love Bands as a fitting tribute to growing #StrongerInLove this Valentine’s Day! To couples who have displayed values of strength, resilience, patience, and optimism through a tough whirlwind of a year. Each set of love bands pays an ode to the unique journey of the one who adorns it. While
Khimji Jewels Ventures into E-Commerce Market
Mumbai: Khimji Jewels has ventured into the online ecosystem with the launch of its new and intuitively responsive e-commerce platform – khimjijewels.com. A leading and highly trusted name in the gold jewellery and precious stone segment and with a legacy of over 84 years, the brand is now offering an online jewellery buying experience for buyers across India through the
JNA Awards Rebranded as Jewellery World Awards
Hong Kong: The JNA Awards will take on a new positioning starting 2021, as Jewellery World Awards (JWA) to reflect its global outlook and fulfil the need for a platform to celebrate the achievements and successes in the international jewellery and gemstone arena. After almost a decade of focusing on the accomplishments within the Asia region, the Awards continues to
Platinum Jewellery Continues to Show Sustained Momentum: Vaishali Banerjee
Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): India’s platinum jewellery sector delivered a strong performance in 2025, supported by robust consumer demand, innovative product lines, and the metal’s attractive pricing compared to gold. Despite global headwinds and periodic market volatility, domestic retail sales and exports recorded healthy growth, positioning platinum as a compelling choice for modern Indian consumers. According to industry estimates, platinum
GJEPC Confers Hall of Fame Awards
Mumbai: The Hall of Fame is more than an awards presentation. It is the occasion reflecting the shared values and collective strength of the gem and jewellery community. GJEPC honoured their contributions that have left a lasting impact and continue to inspire the next generation. These are the leaders who have shaped the industry’s journey and its future. Dilip Kumar
IIJS Bharat Signature Pillars Honoured
Mumbai: Behind the scale and precision of IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 lies months of planning and on-ground execution by teams who rarely step into the spotlight. At the ceremonial opening at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, GJEPC recognized these efforts through the felicitation of the IIJS BharatPillars, honouring individuals whose behind-the scenes work shapes the show year after year. Those
IIJS Bharat Signature Opens at BEC
Mumbai: The grand ceremonial opening of the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) on 9th January marked a defining moment for IIJS Bharat Signature 2026, bringing together industry leadership, diplomacy and retail at onestage. The occasion reinforced why the first global gem & jewellery show of the year remains the trade’s early year barometer, not just for sentiment, but for direction. Speaking
