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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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Roadmap for Gold Innovation & Global Reach
Mumbai: Senior leadership from the World Gold Council’s (WGC) London head office visited the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, on 21 April 2026, with a clear focus on advancing gold jewellery innovation through design, technology and new product concepts. The visit explored collaboration on talent development alongside innovation-led initiatives, with the delegation also interacting with students exhibiting
Programme of 41st WDC Available on Website
Singapore: The Organizing Committee of the 41st World Diamond Congress (WDC), to be held July 12-15, 2026, in Singapore, announced that the full programme of the three-day event is now available and can be viewed in full on the dedicated Congress website. While the Congress panels for the joint WFDB and IDMA sessions were published earlier, the full programme now
Platinum Season of Love Begins from 17th April
Mumbai: Platinum Guild International (PGI) India has announced the launch of Platinum Season of Love 2026, its signature nationwide retail activation set to run from 17th April to 31st May 2026 across jewellery stores in India. A key strategic initiative in PGI India’s annual calendar, the programme is designed to drive consumer demand and retail momentum for platinum jewellery across
Edward Asscher Announces Candidacy for VC of the RJC
Amsterdam: Edward Asscher, the incumbent Vice Chair of the Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC), announced that he will run for another term in the position. In a letter to the RJC membership, he noted that the diamond, gem, and jewellery industry would be facing greater commercial challenges than ever before. “After serving four years as Vice Chair, I continue to argue
GJEPC Meets FM to Discuss Industry Key Issues
New Delhi: Leaders of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) met with the Finance Minister (FM) Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, to discuss pressing issues and the way forward for the gem and jewellery industry. Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, and Mr. Shaunak Parekh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, engaged in a courtesy meeting
GJC’s First Labham Seminar in Ahilyanagar
Ahilyanagar: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) successfully organized its flagship knowledge-sharing event this week, the Labham Seminar, at Hotel Raj Palace in Ahilyanagar. This was the first-ever Labham Seminar held in Ahilyanagar, conducted in collaboration with the Gold Jewellers Council – Ahilyanagar, a prestigious association dedicated to the growth and prosperity of the local jewellery trade.
Will LGDs Disrupt Indian Gold Jewellery Market?
Mumbai: Women may start blending natural and lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) into their jewelry collections, which could lead to a gradual rise in the popularity of LGD-studded pieces. This change is likely to be driven by factors such as education, disposable income, and shifting fashion trends. With LGDs priced much lower than natural diamonds, the jewelry industry is set for transformation.
Jemora Gemhouse Expands Viewing to New York
Dubai: Following the overwhelming response to the launch of Jemora Gemhouse, it has announced an additional viewing opportunity for its inaugural auction in New York, scheduled for March 24-26, 2025. This follows the initial viewing on March 17-19, 2025, at the DMCC’s Almas Tower, Dubai, UAE. The auction results will be announced on March 27, 2025. An exceptional selection of high-value,
