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Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
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Second edition of “TREASURES” in Lisbon
Lisbon: The second Edition of TREASURES, an award-winning international colloquium, will take place under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Portugal at the Royal Treasure Museum, Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, in Lisboa, Portugal, November 13-14, 2026. The theme of this year’s edition is “Crowns and Tiaras.” During the two-day colloquium, participants will enjoy presentations by a choice
GJC Gets New Office in Mumbai
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), representing over six lakh jewellers across India, marked another significant milestone in its journey with the inauguration of its new office at Trust House, Parel East, Mumbai. Over the past two decades, GJC has emerged as a leading national trade body advocating policy reforms, promoting transparency, encouraging responsible trade practices,
High Gold Prices, Advantage Platinum Jewellery
Mumbai: As gold and silver prices soar to record highs in 2026, driven by import duty hikes and strong market demand, platinum jewellery is emerging as a premium yet increasingly competitive alternative. With gold prices exceeding ₹1 lakh per 10 grams, the relative price difference for rare, durable platinum has narrowed, making it a compelling choice for consumers seeking luxury
GJEPC Takes Bold Stance on Recent Hike in Import Duty
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) acknowledged the Government’s decision to raise gold import duty to 10% from 5% and Agri cess to 5% from 1%. An official statement issued by the organization says, “As an industry, we remain committed to the spirit of ‘Nation First’ echoed by Honorable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi. In response to
E.G.L. Platinum Emphasizes New Grading Standards
Ramat Gan: At a meeting inside the Ramat Gan bourse recently, members of the Israeli industry met to hear about plans for the E.G.L. Platinum chain of grading labs. E.G.L Platinum president Menahem Sevdermish FGA, highlighted the work that the lab is doing to ensure that the chain offers accurate and uniform grading standards across its branches worldwide. One of
India Not to Put Embargo on Rough Import
Mumbai: Prominent diamond Industry associations of India, viz. Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) and Mumbai Diamond Merchants’ Association (MDMA) organized a meeting with top 250 diamond exporters on 7th July 2015 to discuss the current market scenario and issues faced by the diamond industry and derive a way forward. The meeting was held at
Anonymous Sightholder Calls for Mass Rejections
Gaborone: In a mass email, an anonymous sightholder called on fellow De Beers clients to reject any unprofitable assortments, reports JCKonline. Do “not to take any box which doesn’t have the value of at least 10% gross profit after polishing,” beseeches the missive, which came from a “simple sightholder” and has been reprinted online. “Please, if your future, the future
Gems One Introduces the Epic 101 Diamond Cut
New York: Gems One launched the Epic 101, a new branded special cut diamond that features 101 facets and employs what the company said was a faceting architecture designed to provide maximum light performance. The company is marketing the Epic 101 to authorized dealers to gain a competitive advantage in the bridal category. Anuj Jain, the president of Gems One,
