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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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National Jewellery Awards Presented by GJF
Mumbai: The 7th National Jewellery Awards (NJA) 2017 organized by All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) concluded with a glittering celebrity studded night. Mr. Manoj Dwivedi – Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, was the chief guest at the event. The award function showcased and recognized the talent and craftsmanship in the gems and jewellery industry.
World Diamond Council to Hold AGM in Dubai in Oct
New York: The World Diamond Council (WDC) will hold its 13th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from October 15 to 17, with the meeting hosted by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). Among the items to be discussed at the AGM are industry recommendations for the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) review cycle and a proposed
P. Mangatram Jewellers’ Cares for Jewellery Artisans
Mumbai: P. Mangatram Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. one of India’s largest manufacturers of studded fine jewellery, has very closely observed the plight of artisans crafting handmade jewellery in India. This IIJS they showcased a short film depicting the harsh predicament of these artisans. The brand also showcased some much-required solution to address this grave contemporary issue. Buying fine jewellery may put
GJEPC Hosts ‘Jewellers for Hope’ Charity Dinner
Mumbai: GJEPC’s CSR initiative ‘Jewellers for Hope’ charity dinner presented in association with De Beers donates Rs 1 crore for education & empowering girl child Smt. Amruta Fadnavis, Bollywood celebrity actor Arjun Kapoor and singer Rekha Bharadwaj grace ‘Jewellers for Hope’ charity dinner dedicated to make a difference Mumbai, 28th July, 2017: Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in
Surat to Set Diamond Bourse in 2 Lakh Sq. Yards
Surat: Surat, known as a hub for processing of rough diamond is readying itself to set up a world class diamond bourse having trading facilities which will integrate processing and house all those interested in diamond business at one place, reports The Times of India. The proposed bourse may be of the size of the one existing in Mumbai. Mumbai’s
EGL Uncovers 4 Synthetics in Parcel of 20 Stones
Ramat Gan: In an unusual case, EGL International in Israel said it has discovered four synthetic diamonds in a parcel of 20 stones submitted by a long-time client, reports idexonline.com. The lab-grown diamonds were uncovered in the first phase of testing using FTIR infrared spectroscopy, said EGL International Managing Partner and CEO, Guy D. Benhamou, who added that the diamonds
Bitcoin Growing in Adoption
New York: The cyber currency bitcoin is seeing increasing adoption, said a May 31 panel on “Bitcoin and the Jewelry Industry: What You Need to Know.” “In terms of the world’s economic system, bitcoin is doing small numbers,” said the panel’s moderator Verichannel CEO Jacques Voorhees, whose son works for a bitcoin company. “But the adoption rate is soaring.” Some
Fresh Diamond Looting Spree in Marange
Harare: Observers have reported a fresh diamond looting spree, with security and army chiefs said to be working hand in glove with senior mining companies’ staff in the scam. Reports said the swindle is being spurred on by panic among mining staff members who are not sure of their fate following a government announcement that it will streamline diamond mining
