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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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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35th Edition of IIJS Inaugurated

Mumbai: Mr. Suresh Prabhu, Union Minister for Commerce & Industry & Civil Aviation through a tele-video address, along with Mr. Gaetano Cavalieri, President of CIBJO, Mr. Pramod Agrawal (Chairman, GJEPC), Mr. Colin Shah Vice Chairman, GJEPC), Shri Shailesh Sangani,(Convener, National Exhibitions GJEPC) Mr. Sabyasachi Ray (ED, GJEPC) , today inaugurated the prestigious 35th edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS). Organised by

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Carats.io Signs MOU with IDEX

London: Fintech startup Carats.io and online diamond-trading platform IDEX – International Diamond Exchange, have announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), according to which the two will cooperate in the areas of data analysis and the development of new financial vehicles for both the diamond industry and general public. These will be based on Carats.io’s Diamond Financial index (DFX)

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GJEPC Organized Prelude to IIJS 2018

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, GJEPC also organized, ‘Prelude to IIJS 2018’, a B2B event on 8th August at Hotel JW Marriot. The event featured 15 Jewellery Manufacturers showcasing their exquisite jewellery collections specially created for 35th India International Jewellery Show (IIJS). Throwing open the event, Chairman of GJEPC Mr. Pramod Agarwal said, “Prelude to the IIJS

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Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair from 7th Sept.

Bangkok: Ministry of Commerce’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), announces its readiness to host the 62nd edition of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) under the theme of “Heritage & Craftsmanship” which highlights Thailand’s cultural heritage and the exquisite craftsmanship of Thai artisans that are internationally renowned. The 62nd BGJF is expected to welcome over 20,000 buyers and visitors from

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India’s Studded Gold Jewellery Export Rises 51.22% 

Mumbai: India’s gem and jewellery exports continued their positive momentum in August 2026, with gross exports increasing 3.14% in US dollar terms and 12.52% in rupee terms year-on-year to US$ 2.30 billion (Rs. 21,945.87 crore), compared to US$ 2.23 billion (Rs. 19,503.52 crore) in August 2025, according to figures declared by Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). A notable

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JGW September Gets 4.5% Jump in Attendance

Hong Kong:  JGW September (Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong September) wrapped up yesterday shattering post-pandemic records, welcoming 57,632 “unique” buyers during its week-long run across two locations − a 4.5% increase over the previous edition, show organizer Informa Markets announced today. Staged as a massive dual-venue showcase, the B2B event ran from 14 – 18 September at the Asia

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Limira Enters Jewellery Market with E-commerce-only Model

Surat: LIMIRA, a new-age, design-led lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, announced its launch in India with an e-commerce-only model built around design, individuality and storytelling transparency. The brand brings modern diamond jewellery directly to consumers, creating a digital-first experience designed around how consumers increasingly discover, evaluate and purchase jewellery. The launch comes at a time when India’s diamonds and jewellery industry

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GJC Seeks Immediate Review on Hallmarking Charges

Mumbai: All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) has expressed strong concern over the increase in gold hallmarking charges from ₹45 to ₹75 per article and has urged the Government and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to immediately review the decision and retain the existing charge pending stakeholder consultation. The increase has been notified through the Bureau of Indian Standards (Hallmarking) Amendment Regulations, 2026,

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