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Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
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High Gold Prices, Advantage Platinum Jewellery
Mumbai: As gold and silver prices soar to record highs in 2026, driven by import duty hikes and strong market demand, platinum jewellery is emerging as a premium yet increasingly competitive alternative. With gold prices exceeding ₹1 lakh per 10 grams, the relative price difference for rare, durable platinum has narrowed, making it a compelling choice for consumers seeking luxury
GJEPC Takes Bold Stance on Recent Hike in Import Duty
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) acknowledged the Government’s decision to raise gold import duty to 10% from 5% and Agri cess to 5% from 1%. An official statement issued by the organization says, “As an industry, we remain committed to the spirit of ‘Nation First’ echoed by Honorable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi. In response to
Need to Further Strengthen Trust in the System: KP Chair
Mumbai: The Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional Meeting 2026 commenced in Mumbai under India’s Chairmanship. The meeting, being held from May 11 to May 14, 2026, has brought together representatives from Kimberley Process Participants, Observers and industry stakeholders from across the world to deliberate on key issues related to the global trade in natural diamonds. Addressing the gathering, KP Chair 2026,
Sky Gold and Diamonds Appoints MSKA & Associates
Mumbai: Sky Gold and Diamonds Limited has appointed M/s M S K A & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants, a member firm of BDO International, as the Statutory Auditors of the Company and its material subsidiaries, subject to shareholders’ approval. The appointment has been approved by the Board of Directors following the recommendation of the Audit Committee. The move marks a
Gold Jewellery Exports Exempted from Hallmarking
New Delhi: India’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs , Food & Public Distribution based on extensive consultations with key stakeholders of the trade has exempted Gold Jewellery Exports from the mandatory hallmarking that comes into effect from 16th June, 2021. Mr. Piyush Goyal, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announcing the Key decisions of Mandatory Hallmarking post the meeting with Expert
Dutee Chand is Brand Ambassador of Senco Gold
Kolkata: Senco Gold & Diamonds, one of India’s largest jewellery retail chain has signed the internationally acclaimed Indian sprinter and current national champion in the women’s 100m event, Dutee Chand as the company’s new brand ambassador. She will be promoting ‘Everlite’ – the light-weight jewellery range from Senco Gold & Diamonds. The brand is also celebrating the PRIDE month and has rolled
CIBJO Releases Laboratory-Grown Diamond Guidance
Milan: CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has announced the public release of its Laboratory-Grown Diamond (LGD) Guidance, which include a set of operating standards and principles for the laboratory-grown diamond sector that are designed to enhance consumer confidence both in the product and the jewellery industry. A key principle of the Laboratory-Grown Diamond Guidance is that, to ensure confidence, consumers
India’s G&J Exports Rise by 9% in April-May 2021
Mumbai: In the first two months of Fiscal Year 2021-22 (April-May 2021), the overall gross exports of India’s gems and jewellery (G&J) grew 4% to US$6.31 billion (and grew by 9% in Rupee term to Rs. 46414.38 Cr) compared to US$6.10 billion (Rs. 42571 Cr) during the same period of pre pandemic year 2019. Mr. Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “The revival of exports has happened
