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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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De Beers Diamond Output Rises 17% in Q1 2026
London: De Beers Group reported a 17% rise in rough diamond production to 7.1 million carats in Q1 2026, driven by higher volumes from Canada and South Africa. The increase was operational. Canada recorded the sharpest growth, with production rising to 1.0 million carats, up 163% on planned ore release from Gahcho Kué. South Africa output surged 53% to 0.7
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
Lucapa Recovers Rare 170ct Pink Diamond
Luanda: Lucapa Diamond has recovered a rare 170-carat pink Type IIa diamond from its 40%-owned Lulo alluvial mine, in Angola.The stone named “The Lulo Rose” is believed to be the largest pink diamond recovered in the last 300 years. This pink diamond is also the fifth largest diamond recovered to date on the Lulo concession. The 404 carat “4th February
Nirav Modi's Assets Worth Rs. 350 Crores Attached by ED
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate Friday said it has attached gems, jewellery and bank deposits worth Rs 253.62 crore of companies linked to fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi as part of a money laundering probe. All these moveable assets are in Hong Kong, the agency said in a statement. Some assets of Nirav Modi group of companies in Hong Kong
PGI India Felicitates ‘Platinum Season of Love 2022’ Award Winners
Bengaluru: Following the tremendous success of four previous editions, Platinum Guild International (PGI) India brought back its annual flagship retail initiative – Platinum ‘Season of Love’. In its fifth edition, the month-long programme that spanned from 5th May 2022 to 5th June 2022, infused fresh vigor & excitement amongst PGI partners, while bolstering the overall consumer retail demand for platinum.
IIJS Premiere 2022 All Set to Start from 4th August
Mumbai: IIJS Premiere 2022, the most coveted show of the year, is all set to welcome buyers and visitors from across India and different parts of the world from 4th to 8th August 2022 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai. This 38th edition of IIJS Premiere will witness more than 1700 exhibitors, showcasing a range of products including Gold &
