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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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WGC Forecast for Gold Performance in 2018
London: In a recent piece titled ‘What to Expect for Gold in 2018’, John Reade, Chief Market Strategist for the World Gold Council (WGC), analyses market drivers for gold in the coming year. Financial Market Drivers in 2018: According to Reade, “monetary policy – and policymakers – will continue to be significant drivers of gold demand”. He explains that the
5% VAT in UAE to Hurt India’s Exports: GJEPC
Mumbai: Starting January 1, the UAE (United Arab Emirates) will impose a 5% VAT on most goods and services, including rough and polished diamonds and gold. Now, Praveen Shankar Pandya, Chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) says that the tax will hurt gold jewelry exports from India as the UAE is one of the major buyers
Nilesh Sheth is New President of IDCA
The Board of Directors of the Indian Diamond and Colorstone Association (IDCA) is pleased to announce Nilesh Sheth of Nice Diamonds was elected as the new President of Association and Shailesh Jhalani of Prompt Gem Importers Inc. was elected for the Vice-President’s role at their meeting held on December 11. Joining the IDCA Board’s Executive Committee are Shrenil Bhansali of
Aisshpra Gems & Jewels Bags New Award
Jaipur: Aisshpra Gems & Jewels was awarded as the ”Temple Jewellery of The Year’ for its intricate craftsmanship at JJS-IJ Jewellers Choice Awards 2017, a platform which recognises and promotes talent and creativity of the most celebrated retail jewellery brands in the industry by felicitating them. The award was received by Mr. Atul Saraf, Director, Aisshpra Gems & Jewels at the
Global Certificate in LGD Technology Launched
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) and the India Centre for Lab Grown Diamonds (InCent LGD) at IIT Madras have commenced the first batch of their Global Certificate in Lab Grown Diamond Technology, with 23 participants. Classes began on 21 October 2026, following a virtual inauguration on 19 October. The inaugural batch includes entrepreneurs, manufacturers, representatives of
GJEPC Participates in Haryana Workshop on Leveraging FTAs for Export Growth
Gurugram: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) facilitated the participation of a delegation of its member exporters in the State-Level Workshop on ‘Leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) – Outreach Programme’, organized by the Directorate of MSME, Government of Haryana, at the Grand Hyatt, Gurugram, on 3 November 2026. The workshop, held under the theme ‘Translating India’s Free Trade
IAGES New Film Moves ‘PehlaCheckIAGES’ from Awareness to Habit
Mumbai: The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) is empowering gold buyers this festive season to make informed purchases by amplifying awareness about its #PehlaCheckIAGES campaign through engaging ad film created to build assurance and trust among buyers. Since its launch in December 2025, the ‘Before you buy Gold, #PehlaCheckIAGES’ campaign has urged consumers through diverse outdoor advertising
Divine Solitaires Announces Special Festive Offers
Mumbai: Divine Solitaires, India’s leading natural diamond solitaires brand, is offering special Dhanteras benefits on its Diamond Coins from 26 October to 6 November 2026. The offer includes an assured gift with every eligible purchase, a lucky draw with 100% cashback vouchers for 10 customers, and price protection. Dhanteras is considered an auspicious occasion to welcome prosperity and good fortune,
