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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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Botswana Says No to Open Details of Deal
Gaborone: Botswana has defended its silence on “mega” diamond mining deals saying that “no country signs transparent agreements”. Reuters recently quoted World Bank Group consultant Nils Handler as saying that government’s decision to keep the negotiation process around contracts for diamond mining and large integrated projects confidential was a cause for concern. He said a more open process, including published
De Beers Announces Polished Auctions
Gaborone: De Beers Group today announced its Auction Sales business will pilot the sale of its own polished diamonds using auctions for the first time. The sale will comprise a wide range of polished stones manufactured directly from its rough diamonds. The polished diamonds are available following contract manufacturing of De Beers Auction Sales rough diamond products to assess what
World Diamond Mark to Hold JCK Talks
Hong Kong: The World Diamond Mark Foundation (WDM) will hold a Keynote Talk in Las Vegas, at JCK LUXURY, on June 4th at Tradewinds C/D, Pool Level of Mandalay Bay, to launch Part of You™, its global diamond retailer promotion campaign and its brand-new B2C website www.passion.diamonds. The event is a must-attend talk for retail jewellers who wish to understand
GJF’s PMI – Regional Networking Meet in Delhi
New Delhi: All India Gem and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) organises the 6th show of the 3rd edition of the PREFERRED MANUFACTURER OF INDIA (PMI) Regional Networking Meet at a glittering ceremony from 17th May to 19th May, 2017 at The Leela Ambience & Convention Hotel, 1 CBD, Maharaja Surajmal Road, Near Yamuna Sports Complex, Delhi 110 032. This is
Platinum Jewellery Shines at the 98th Academy Awards
Mumbai: The 98th Academy Awards showcased some of the most spectacular jewelry moments of awards season, with platinum serving as the setting of choice for many of the evening’s standout looks. Celebrated for its rarity, strength and naturally luminous white color, platinum provided the perfect foundation for extraordinary diamonds and rare gemstones worn by Hollywood’s leading talent. From dramatic diamond
GJEPC Introduces Special Recognition Award
Bengaluru: At IIJS Bharat Tritiya 2026, GJEPC introduced special recognition award, Hidden Stars, for the very first time, dedicated to the teams who work behind the scenes and play a vital role in the success of every jewellery business. Often unseen yet highly influential, these professionals help shape important decisions, guide collections, and strengthen the very foundation of retail excellence. Their
WGC to Develop Shared Infrastructure for Digital Gold
London: The World Gold Council (WGC) recently announced a pioneering initiative to build new market infrastructure designed to unlock the next era of digital gold’s development. WGC has co-authored a White paper titled Digital Gold: The Case for a Shared Infrastructure with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) which explores “Gold as a Service” – a new platform to support the issuance
Diamond is Forever: The Making of a Cultural Icon 1926–2026
Mumbai: De Beers Group, a global leader in the natural diamond industry with a legacy spanning over a century, is launching A Diamond Is Forever: The Making of a Cultural Icon 1926–2026, a visual retrospective celebrating its pioneering role in shaping the world of natural diamonds. The book traces how, beginning in the 1930s, the brand reimagined natural diamonds from discreet
