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Macro Snapshot: Gold posted its best week since late August, but it got there on rate relief that had disappeared by Friday. COMEX gold rose 4.5% to $4,074.9 and silver 5.4% to $51.94 while cheaper oil pushed the odds of a December Fed hike down from about 71% on 30 October to 64% ahead of Friday’s payrolls, according to CME FedWatch readings reported by Benzinga and Reuters. The jobs data sent the odds back up to 74.8%, CNBC reported, a
With December Hike Odds Intact, Can a Midterm Rally Repair Gold, Silver’s Breakdowns?
Macro Snapshot: Gold posted its best week since late August, but it got there on rate relief that had disappeared by Friday. COMEX gold rose 4.5% to $4,074.9 and silver 5.4% to $51.94 while cheaper oil pushed the odds of a December Fed hike down from about 71% on 30 October to 64% ahead of Friday’s payrolls, according to CME FedWatch readings reported by Benzinga and Reuters. The jobs data sent the odds back up to 74.8%, CNBC reported, a
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DPA Unveils Plans for Diamond Generic Promotion
Mumbai: Mr. Jean-Marc Lieberherr, CEO of the Diamond Producers Association (DPA) recently organised a meeting along with India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), at which he unveiled DPA’s plans for diamond generic promotion. He was joined by DPA’s Managing Director for India, Ms. Richa Singh, who highlighted various aspects of the presentation. GJEPC Chairman Mr. Pramod Agarwal said,
HRD Antwerp Opens New Office in BDB
Mumbai: Chief Guest Mr. Peter Huyghebaert, Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai along-with Mr. Anoop Mehta, president of Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB); Mr. Michel Janssens, CEO, HRD Antwerp; Mr. Pascal Delvenne, CEO, HRD Antwerp and Mr. Ravi Chhabria, managing director, HRD Antwerp India inaugurated the lab’s new office in BDB among other dignataries. On the ocassion, Mr. Michel Janssens, CEO,
UAE Exempts Gold, Diamond Trading from VAT
Dubai: The UAE Cabinet has adopted a law to introduce the VAT Reversed Charge mechanism for investors in gold, diamond and precious metals. Under the mechanism, there will only be documented entries of five percent VAT in the books of both buyers and sellers but no payment of the fee. According to state news agency WAM, the step aims to
India's Gold Demand Fell by 12% in Q1: WGC
Mumbai: Gold demand had a soft start to 2018, reaching 973 tonnes (t), the lowest first quarter since 2008. This was largely caused by a fall in investment demand for gold bars and gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), as a subdued gold price environment hampered demand. Global jewellery demand was roughly flat at 488t, down 1% on Q1 2017. Demand in
Dassani Brothers to Launch New Collections at IIJS Premiere 2026
Mumbai: Dassani Brothers, a pioneer in the manufacturing of exquisite Polki and Jadau jewellery, will unveil two signature collections GATSBY and RAAGINI at IIJS Premiere 2026. Inspired by the brand’s Heritage Meets Modern philosophy, the collections showcase four generations of craftsmanship, blending timeless artistry with contemporary design. The GATSBY Collection draws inspiration from the bold geometry and glamour of the Art Deco era,
Grow Your Business, Attend ‘Innov8’ at IIJS Bharat Premiere
NATURAL DIAMONDS: DESIRE, CONFIDENCE, COLLABORATION & LEADERSHIP: Mumbai: The Count down for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, being organized by India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has begun. At IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, GJEPC × GIA presents Innov8 Talks, powered by IGM (India Gold Metaverse), bringing together global leaders from the natural diamond industry to explore the future of
India’s CG, Dubai, V V Reddy, Interacts with BDB Committee
Mumbai: India’s Consul General (CG) to Dubai, Mr. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, visited the Bharat Diamond Boure (BDB) complex on July 24. He engaged with members of the BDB Committee. The visit enabled the CG to gather better insights into the functioning of the diamond trade, the operations within the Bourse. He also observed the smooth functioning of import-export trade in
Dhoni Joins Malabar Gold as Brand Ambassador
Mumbai: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, a responsible jeweller, recently announced MS Dhoni as its Brand Ambassador, marking the beginning of a long-term association centred around The Responsible Jeweller, the brand’s philosophy of taking responsibility beyond jewellery. At a time when consumers are placing greater emphasis on transparency, authenticity and trust, Malabar Gold & Diamonds is reinforcing its commitment to responsibility across every
