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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 Mulls SEZ to House Diamond Trading Hub
Gaborone: Botswana is set to introduce a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) near the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport outside Gaborone, where the relocated Diamond Trading Company would be the “anchor enterprise”, according to news reports. Royal HaskoningDHV would be responsible for the masterplan review in a joint venture with the company’s local branch. Namibia Economist reports that the special economic
Israel Diamond Ex. Opens Internet Marketing Wing
Ramat Gan: The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) opened a new wing dedicated to promoting internet marketing among its members. Over the past year the Israeli Diamond Industry has introduced several electronic commerce initiatives, signaling a new direction for the industry. This year IDE together with the Israel Diamond Institute launched GET-DIAMONDS, the Israeli Diamond Industry’s official diamond trading platform. It
India’s Polished Exports Down in April
Mumbai: India’s polished diamond exports for April fell 2% year on year to $1.75 billion, figures from the nation’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) showed this week. By volume, exports of polished dropped 9% to 2.4 million carats, with the average price growing 8% to $737 per carat. Polished imports slid 17% to $184.9 million, meaning net polished
ALROSA President Visits Angola
Luanda: The president of ALROSA Sergey Ivanov paid a working visit to the Republic of Angola. He inspected the production facilities of the company and held a number of working meetings with Angolan partners to discuss the prospects for the development of ALROSA investment projects in the country. During the meeting with Carlos Sumbula, Chairman of the Board of Directors
Icons Honoured as Industry Legends at IIJS Celebration Night
Mumbai: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) hosted the IIJS Celebration Night on 5th August 2026, following the first day of IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026, bringing together leading figures from the Indian and global gem and jewellery industry for an evening of recognition and celebration. A key highlight of the evening was the felicitation of nine global icons
‘Jewellers for Hope’ 2026 Raises Funds to Support Education
Mumbai: The Indian gem and jewellery industry came together in Mumbai on 6th August for the 11th edition of Jewellers for Hope, the flagship CSR initiative of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), presented in association with De Beers Group and the World Gold Council (WGC), powered by GIA, with HRD Antwerp as Co-Partner. Mr. Rahul Narwekar, Hon’ble
Divine Solitaires Honoured Partner Jewelers at IIJS Premiere
Mumbai: Celebrating excellence, enduring partnerships and five years of shared growth, Divine Solitaires hosted its Annual Rewards & Recognition ceremony at Innov8 Launchpad, IIJS Premiere 2026, NESCO, Mumbai, honouring its highest-performing partner jewellers from across the country. The event also witnessed the first weekly lucky draw of The Solitaire Festival of India (TSFI) 2026, making it one of the key highlights of this year’s exhibition.
Sky Gold and Diamonds Begins FY27 On a Strong Note
Mumbai: Sky Gold and Diamonds Limited (BSE: 541967 | NSE: SKYGOLD), a listed B2B gold jewellery manufacturer, today announced its consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The Company commenced FY27 with healthy growth in revenue and profitability, supported by sustained demand from organised jewellery retailers, continued traction in lightweight and value-added jewellery, and consistent execution across
