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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
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
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 –
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
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
WFDB Concludes the International Summit
Gaborone: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has concluded its International Summit in Gaborone, Botswana, bringing together senior government representatives, industry leaders and stakeholders from across the global natural diamond value chain to examine the sector’s future amid shifting market dynamics and evolving consumer expectations. Held from 18-19 May in collaboration with Botswana’s Ministry of Minerals and Energy under
WDHB Opens Nominations for World Diamond Heritage List
Singapore: The World Diamond Heritage Board (WDHB) has announced the official opening of the public nomination phase for the World Diamond Heritage List (WDHL); an inaugural selection of 100 natural diamonds of outstanding historical importance. Nominations are open from May 18 to June 18, 2026. Every person — from industry professionals to diamond lovers — is invited to nominate up
GJEPC Meets Maharashtra CM to Discuss Key Ind. Priorities
Mumbai: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Mr. Anoop Mehta, Convener, Diamond Panel & President, Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), yesterday met Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Mr. Devendra Fadnavis to discuss key priorities concerning the growth and development of the gem and jewellery sector in the state. The discussions focused on strategic initiatives
India is Committed to Strengthening Credibility in Diamond Sector
Mumbai: The Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional Meeting 2026 concluded in Mumbai under India’s Chairship, bringing together representatives from KP Participants, Observers, industry stakeholders and civil society organizations for four days of deliberations on the future of the natural diamond sector. Welcoming the conclusion of the Intersessional, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Mr. Piyush Goyal said India, as the world’s
