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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GJEPC Starts Process to Help Daily Wage Artisans

Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) of India has begun the process of identifying those artisans doing daily wage jobs within the industry who are in need of financial assistance during the ongoing lockdown in the country as a result of the current global novel coronavirus pandemic. A database is being prepared electronically with artisans being asked

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Nimesh Patel Resigns from De Beers Group

Gaborone: De Beers Group today announced that Nimesh Patel, Chief Financial Officer, will leave the business to join Spirax-Sarco Engineering plc as their new Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director before the end of July. Nimesh joined Anglo American in 2012 as Group Head of Corporate Finance before moving to De Beers Group in 2016 as Chief Financial Officer, joining

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GJEPC Donates Rs. 21 Crore to PM-CARES Fund

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council has (GJEPC) decided to contribute Rs. 21 crore to the PM-CARES Fund on behalf of the gem & jewellery trade in India, while pledging its commitment to the welfare of the nation. Announcing the decision of the apex trade body, Pramod Kumar Agrawal, Chairman GJEPC said, “Nation is facing an unprecedented crisis

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DMCC Unveils Business Support Package

Dubai: The Dubai Multi-Commodities Centre (DMCC) has announced the roll-out of a special Business Support Package, including discounts and waivers, for both existing and new members, applicable from April 1, 2020. The package is in line with UAE and Dubai Government initiatives to support the national economy and private sector and will help companies navigate the current economic environment, the

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GJEPC to Organize ‘Design Inspirations’ on 9th April

Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has organized ‘Design Inspirations’ event on 9th April, 2026 at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, Mumbai. The design seminar invites a galaxy of eminent speakers to share their insights on a wide range of topics. The workshop aims to provide the industry with relevant updates, enabling them to plan their designs and

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IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026 Ends with Great Success

Bengaluru: The 4th edition of IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026, organized by India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), concluded on a triumphant note at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), solidifying its position as India’s third-largest B2B jewellery exhibition. The show witnessed a massive scale-up, hosting over 1,100 exhibitors and 1,900 stalls, while attracting 15,000 trade buyers from 500

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GJEPC Team Meets Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi: A GJEPC delegation met Union Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on 27th March 2026 to discuss matters concerning the industry. The Council delegation, led by Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, also included Mr. Shaunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC and Mr. K.K. Duggal, Director – Policy, GJEPC. A key focus

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Gemfields Releases 2025 Audited Report

London: Gemfields Group Limited (GGL) recently announced its audited Annual Report for the year ending December 31, 2025, reporting total revenue of $ 135.1 million, down from $ 199.4 million in 2024. The fall in revenue was credited to disruptions in the emerald market during the first half of the year and reduced recovery of premium-grade rubies at Montepuez Ruby

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