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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
GJS-2026 Inaugurated by Mr. Uday Samant
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) proudly inaugurated the 10th edition of the India Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS 2026 Diwali Edition), celebrated as #HumaraApnaShow—India’s most premium B2B jewellery exhibition—at the iconic Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Inaugurated 2nd October, the show will continue until October 4, 2026, bringing together jewellers, designers, buyers, and industry leaders
IAGES Brings Together Accredited Gold Ind. Stakeholders at Trust Circle
New Delhi: The Indian Association for Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES) hosted its Trust Circle 2026 event at The Oberoi, New Delhi, bringing Accredited Partners and stakeholders from across the gold value chain together for an evening centred on trust, transparency and responsible practices in the sector. The event drew representatives from diverse segments of the gold ecosystem, including refining,
NGS, De Beers Renew Okavango Eternal Partnership
New York: The National Geographic Society (NGS) and De Beers Group have announced the renewal of the Okavango Eternal partnership for an additional five years, reaffirming their commitment to the long-term protection of the Okavango River Basin (“the Basin”) and to conservation-related livelihood opportunities for the people who live there and help steward it. One of Africa’s most vital wetland
Anera Silver Opens its First Store in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Anera Silver by Kushals announced the opening of its first store in Bengaluru’s HSR Layout on 26thSeptember, marking the beginning of an ambitious retail journey for the newly launched jewellery brand. Founded by Kalpesh Gulechha, Anera Silver has been createdwith a clear point of view to build a jewellery destination where design, craftsmanship, collections and the overall experience take
