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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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IIJS Icon Awards & Mega Lucky Draw on 21st March
Bengaluru: The 4th edition of IIJS Bharat – Tritiya and IGJME Bharat – Tritiya 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru is set to begin from 21st – 23rd March 2026. This premier event is a unique convergence of the finest gems, jewelry, and machinery, bringing together industry leaders, innovative exhibitors, and global buyers under one roof. The
IDPL Unites Natural Diamond Community
Hong Kong: The third edition of the International Diamond Premier League (IDPL), a cricket tournamentcreated by and for the global natural diamond community, will take place in Hong Kong from 19–22 March 2026. Following earlier editions in Belgium and India, IDPL 3.0 will bring together leading diamantaires and industry partners from Belgium, India, and Hong Kong for four days of
De Beers Partners with Cricketer Abhishek Sharma
De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company has announced its association with Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma to celebrate natural diamonds in India, bringing together two forces defined by character, authenticity and enduring excellence. Abhishek Sharma has emerged as one of the most exciting voices in Indian cricket, known for his fearless style of play and strong personal identity. His
Risk of Deception while Buying Diamond Jewellery
Antwerp: During a public event today at Antwerpen-Centraal railway station, the diamond industry body Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) raised awareness among passers-by about the risk of deception by jewelers when purchasing diamond jewelry. A lack of consumer knowledge about the difference between natural and synthetic diamonds makes them vulnerable to malpractice. During the initiative, passers-by could have their diamond
Platinum Demand Surged 25% in 2023: WPIC
Mumbai: World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) has published a new study of the platinum market that says the demand surged 25% in 2023 to 8 million ounces, while total supply fell to 7.13 million ounces. Analysts at WPIC believe that platinum demand will remain robust in 2024, however it is expected to drop by 6% to 7.51 million ounces. Meanwhile,
Development of Clear Sustainability Strategies Now Imperative
Milan: The development of coherent and well communicated strategies that address environmental and social sustainability issues, responsible sourcing and proper governance are now management requestites in the jewellery gemstone and precious metals industries, Gaetano Cavalieri, President of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has told an international group of graduate students during a lecture he delivered on February 28, 2024, at
GJEPC Explores Partnership with France’s Luxury Sector
Mumbai: India and France are looking to strengthen their ties in the luxury sector, as they held a meeting on 28th February to discuss the opportunities and challenges of collaboration. The meeting was attended by Mr. Eric Fajole, Trade Commissioner at the Embassy of France in India, and Mr. Ashish Kothari, Co-Convener, SEZ Sub-Committee, GJEPC, along with other representatives from
WFDB Calls to Action Regarding G7 Diamond Restrictions
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has launched a campaign to unite the industry in presenting its concerns regarding the proposed G7 restrictions on diamonds. The WFDB has sent out a letter recently to the G7 and EU government representatives, detailing the challenges that the “one import node” solution creates for the industry. In addition to the signature
