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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Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair from 25th February

Bangkok: The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, has demonstrated its confidence in the potential of Thailand to become the World’s Jewelry Hub while assigning Thai Trade Centers around the world to proactively promote the export of gems and jewelry products and focus on penetrating new markets and expanding online sales channels in existing markets. The DITP

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Artisan Jewellery Design Awards 2020 Distributed

Legendary British designer Stephen Webster graces the event Mumbai: 3 Eras! 625 Entries! 27 Winners! Legendary British designer Stephen Webster graced the annual momentous event recognising and rewarding the best in jewellery design, The Artisan Jewellery Design Awards, an initiative by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). The Artisan Awards epitomises the highest levels of artistry, innovation and individuality –

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CIBJO Congress in Dubai from October 5-7, 2020

Milan: CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, will hold its 2020 annual congress in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from October 5 to October 7. Pre-congress meetings will take place October 3 and October 4. The 2020 congress will be hosted by DMCC (Dubai Multi-Commodities Centre), one of the world’s leading free zones, which is tasked by the Government of Dubai Authority to drive commodities

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Platinum Jewellery Shines at Academy Awards

Los Angeles: Awards show season culminated with the 92nd Annual Academy Awards, where the world’s most famous celebrities walked the red carpet in exquisite platinum jewelry designs. Platinum, the naturally white setting that truly enhances the brilliance of diamonds and colored gemstones, perfectly complemented the couture gowns, glamorous hairstyles and makeup. According to celebrity stylist Micaela Erlanger who selected platinum

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Dr. Akinwumi Adesina is Chairperson of Diamonds for Development Fund

Gaborone: The Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group are delighted to confirm that Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has been appointed as the Diamonds for Development Fund’s Chairperson. Dr. Adesina is a widely respected global leader and renowned development economist with close to 40 years of experience in global and African development issues. He was the 8th elected President

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GJEPC Showcases India’s Craftsmanship at JCK Las Vegas

Las Vegas: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) marks a defining milestone this year, celebrating its 21st consecutive participation at JCK Las Vegas, the world’s premier jewellery trade event. From May 29th to June 1st, 2026, at The Venetian Expo, the India Pavilion will serve as a global stage for 33 of India’s most visionary member exporters. Spanning

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Edward Asscher Re-Elected as RJC Vice Chair

London: Edward Asscher is re elected as the Vice Chairman of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). Mr. Asscher has served in the role for the past four years. In 2024, Asscher was a nominee for the chairman position. However, he ultimately lost the vote to Richline CEO Dave Meleski and remained vice chairman. Though Asscher retired in 2020 after five decades at the helm of family-run

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NDC Welcomes GJEPC Membership

Las Vegas: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has recently joined the Natural Diamond Council (NDC). The NDC announced membership of GJEPC, making it the first industry body to progress toward NDC membership under the Luanda Accord framework. The milestone follows GJEPC’s signing of the Luanda Accord in June 2025 and the Memorandum of Understanding during the second

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