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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
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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BDB Collaborates with GIA Alumni Mumbai
Mumbai: The Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), recently organized a special address as part of its “Leadership Series.” The session featured Ms. Ali Pastorini, President of the International Jewellers Association MUBRI, and Mr. Sachin Jain, Regional CEO of the World Gold Council (WGC). Ms. Pastorini discussed the growing demand for Indian diamonds and jewellery in Latin America, providing encouraging statistics for
230+ International Buyers Visit IGJS Jaipur ’26
Jaipur: The International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur 2026, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), is currently underway in Jaipur from April 9 to 11, 2026, bringing together leading Indian manufacturers and global buyers under one roof. Recognized as a highly curated, business-focused platform, IGJS continues to strengthen India’s position as a preferred sourcing destination
De Beers Extends Desert Diamonds into Bridal
London: De Beers Group today announced the next chapter of Desert diamonds: an extension of the industry-wide beacon concept into the bridal market, bringing a fresh interpretation of natural diamond engagement and wedding jewellery through a refined spectrum of warm, nature-made hues that reflect enduring love and personal expression. First launched to consumers in 2025 as De Beers Group’s first
GJS April 2026 Concludes on a High Note
Mumbai: 9th edition of the India Gems and Jewellery Show (GJS April 2026), affectionately known as “Humara Apna Show”, held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, concluded with a great success, announced the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC). The four-day extravaganza, inaugurated on 4th April by Mr. Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Minister of Revenue, Maharashtra, witnessed overwhelming participation from across the
Second LatAm Diamond and Jewelry Week Opens
Panama: The Second Latin American Diamond and Jewelry Week opened yesterday at the World Jewelry Hub (WJH) in Panama City, in the presence of government and industry leaders, as well as buyers and suppliers of jewelry, diamonds and colored gemstones from more than 20 countries in Latin America and around the world. The guest of honor at the opening ceremony
Gemfields Joins JNA Awards ’16 as Headline Partner
Hong Kong: Gemfields, the world’s emerald, ruby and amethyst miner, has joined the distinguished list of sponsors for the 2016 edition of the JNA Awards. The awards programme aims to promote and uphold excellence in innovation, creativity, leadership, sustainability and business practices. The London-listed, multinational mining company joins Rio Tinto Diamonds and Chow Tai Fook as a JNA Awards Headline
WDM Introduces Retailer Opinion Poll
Hong Kong: The World Diamond Mark (WDM) has released its WDM Retailer Opinion Poll, in an effort to determine what services retailer jewellers need most in their stores to advance generic diamond promotion to the consumer public. The poll, among others, asks retailers to rank the type of services they wish to access in the field of promotion, education, business
Gemfields Ruby Sale Fetches $44M
London: Gemfields said it is launching a campaign to market rubies from Mozambique after the company reported its largest sale to date for stones from the country’s Montepuez mine. The miner sold $44.3 million of rough rubies and corundum from Montepuez at an auction in Singapore from June 13 to 19, breaking a record of $43.3 million set in December
