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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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Argyle Pink Tender Takes Inspiration from Japan
Perth: Rio Tinto’s annual Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, the most exclusive diamond sale in the world, has taken its inspiration for its 2020 showcase from the Japanese philosophy of Ichigo Ichie, celebrating the unrepeatable nature of a moment in time. Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in the remote East Kimberley region of Western Australia produces virtually the entire world’s supply of
ISO Sets New Global Standards for Diamond Grading
Milan: CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has described as ground-breaking the publication by the International Standards Organisation of ISO 24016, the first-ever standard approved by the body that specifies the terminology, classification and the methods to be used for the grading and description of single unmounted polished diamonds. “This is a historic moment for our industry,” said CIBJO President Gaetano
WGC's Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals
Mumbai: To coincide with the 75th session of the UN General Assembly – and the SDG Business Forum – the World Gold Council (WGC) has published a report entitled Gold Mining’s Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The report outlines how leading gold mining companies are making a significant contribution towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The report
GJEPC’s 1st Plain Gold Jewellery VBSM Kickstarts
Mumbai: India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) kickstarted its first Plain Gold Jewellery Virtual Buyer Seller Meet (VBSM) on 21st September, which follows closely on the heels of the successfully held inaugural VBSM for Loose Diamonds during early September. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Suresh Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry in the presence of
GJSCI Signs MoU with APSSDC
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) to implement skill training programmes. The collaboration will encompass Short-Term Training programs, upskilling modules, and Recognition of Prior Learning assessments, designed to enhance talent development in the gems and jewellery sector. Through these structured
GSI and Mindron Unveil TRUSURE APEX
Mumbai: Gemological Science International (GSI) and Mindron announced the launch of the Trusure Apex, a state-of-the-art and advanced diamond screening instrument, at a recent event. Powered by GSI, this groundbreaking tool is engineered to detect natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds (CVD and HPHT), and non-diamond simulants such as CZ, across various jewellery types and categories, including loose, mounted, and complex polki
WDC Urges KP to Support Historic Reform
Dubai: Feriel Zerouki, President of the World Diamond Council (WDC), opened the 2025 Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary with a decisive call for participants to support a modernized definition of “conflict diamonds,” marking a pivotal moment for the international certification scheme. Ms. Zerouki highlighted three years of hard work, drafting and negotiation led by the WDC and honored the leadership of
Candere Opens Two New Stores in Mumbai
Mumbai: Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand by Kalyan Jewellers has expanded its retail presence in Maharashtra with the launch of two new stores, one each in Andheri and Mulund. These new additions, marking Candere’s 97th and 98th store nationwide, further reinforce the brand’s commitment to offering accessible, stylish, and contemporary jewellery for today’s discerning customers. The newly launched Andheri and Mulund stores
