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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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IIGJ Udupi Centre Inaugurated by India’s FM
Udupi, (Karnataka): Marking a significant milestone in India’s gem and jewellery skill development landscape, the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Udupi was unveiled yesterday as a new centre of excellence by India’s Finance Minister (FM) Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, reaffirming the government’s continued focus on skilling, innovation and employment generation for the sector. The ceremony was attended by Mr.
India and New Zealand Sign Strategic FTA
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has welcomed the signing of the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 27 April 2026, calling it a timely and strategic step that opens a high-potential market for Indian gem and jewellery exporters. India’s current gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand stand at approximately USD 16.61 million. With zero-duty
Suresh Hathiramani Elected as Chairman of WDHB
Singapore: The World Diamond Heritage Board (WDHB) has announced the appointment of Mr. Suresh Hathiramani as Chairman and Mr. Alex Popov as Vice-Chairman, of the Selection Committee of the World Diamond Heritage List (WDHL). A Historic Initiative for the Diamond Industry: The World Diamond Heritage List is an initiative designed to identify and document the 100 diamonds that have shaped
Antwerp’s Diamond Trade Increased by 20% in Q1
Antwerp: According to figures from the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the total volume of diamonds traded in Antwerp increased by nearly 20% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year. The import of rough diamonds in particular saw strong growth, with a 35.7% increase in volume. In terms of total trade value, the trading
DEF to Honor PM Modi and Govt. of India
Las Vegas: The Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF) has announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the government of the Republic of India will be honored at its Diamonds in the Sky Las Vegas Gala. The award recognizes India’s global leadership and contributions to democracy, development and the growth and expansion of the international diamond industry. “We are thrilled to
Synthetic Units in Gujarat under Scanner
Surat: The small diamond cutting and polishing pockets in Saurashtra and north Gujarat regions are under scanner following recovery of 110 synthetic polished diamonds from traders in Surat’s Mini Bazaar diamond market. It was found that these synthetic diamonds were cut and polished in Bhavnagar, reports The Times of India. According to industry experts, along with natural diamonds, a large
SIGNATURE IIJS Concluded with Success
Mumbai: The SIGNATURE IIJS, the eighth edition of the Show, concluded on February 23, 2015 with a success note, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NSE Complex) in Mumbai. The Show was inaugurated by Chief Guest, Andrey Polyakov, Vice President, ALROSA, Russia with Guests of Honour Ms. Shaina NC – Social Worker and Kirtilal Doshi, industry stalwart, Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC,
Marange Diamonds Have ‘Dramatically Shrunk’
Harare: A Zimbabwean cabinet minister has claimed that the country’s Marange diamonds have effectively run out. Information minister Jonathan Moyo said the country should wake up to the reality that the diamonds had dried up. “Diamond revenues from alluvial diamond mining have dramatically shrunk. We now need to come terms with this reality,” said Moyo in response during an interface
