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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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Sonam Kapoor Inaugurated India Pavilion at DJWE
Doha: The India Pavilion at the 17th Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition (DJWE) was inaugurated by DJWE brand ambassador and Bollywood Diva Mrs. Sonam Kapoor Ahuja in the presence of Indian Ambassador His Excellency P. Kumaran. India Pavilion is one of the highlights of the show. India Pavilion located at New Luxury area and Concourse area, with 27 exhibitors spread
Gemfields Announced Result of Emerald Auctions
Lusaka: Gemfields has announced the result of an auction of predominantly commercial quality rough emerald held in Lusaka, Zambia from 18-21 February 2020. The emeralds were extracted by Kagem Mining Ltd in Zambia (“Kagem”, which is 75% owned by Gemfields and 25% by the Industrial Development Corporation of Zambia). The proceeds of this auction will be fully repatriated to Kagem
Seasons Spring Show from 19th to 21st May, 2020
Hong Kong: The show dates of SEASONS | Spring – Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Fair, originally slated for 3-6 March 2020 at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) in Hong Kong, have been rescheduled to 19-21 May 2020 at Hall 2 of AWE. This decision has been reached following careful consideration and extensive discussions. Our top priority has always been to ensure the health and safety of all show
Buying Season Starts with Conclusion of IIJS Signature
Mumbai: The 13th edition of IIJS Signature and the 7th edition of India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) gave a headstart to the 2020 buying season. The events held from 13-16 February 2020 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, attracted 15,000+ visitors (12,000 of whom were pre-registered visitors)
Let this Rakshababdhan Shine Brighter with Platinum
Mumbai: Rakshabandhan has always been a celebration of the quirks, chaos, shared memories and quiet strength that define sibling relationships. Over the years, gifting has become an integral part of the festival – a way to express love, create new memories and celebrate the bond that grows stronger with time. As gifting becomes more personal and thoughtful, platinum jewellery is emerging as a distinctive choice for
GJEPC Webinar Explores Niryat Protsahan Support Under Export Promotion Mission
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organized a webinar recently to familiarize exporters with ‘Niryat Protsahan’ schemes under the Government of India’s Export Promotion Mission (EPM), with a focus on affordable finance, e-commerce exports and market diversification. The session featured Ms. Trupti Mhatre, General Manager, Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank); Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC
Okavango Diamond Co. Appoints Yoram Dvash as Chairperson
Gaborone: Botswana’s state-owned rough diamond marketing firm, Okavango Diamond Company (ODC), has appointed former World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) president Yoram Dvash as chairperson of its board of directors. Dvash succeeds Gape Kaboyakgosi, who stepped down in November after leading the board for five years. Dvash brings deep industry leadership to the role, having headed the WFDB from 2020
Qatar Diamond Exchange Signs Strategic MoUs
The Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Diamond Exchange of Singapore, the Shanghai Diamond Exchange and the Tokyo Diamond Exchange during the 41st World Diamond Congress in Singapore. The agreements reflect QDE’s strategic focus on developing closer relationships with established diamond markets across Asia and creating new opportunities for trade and cooperation between Qatar
