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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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GJEPC to Organise India Pavilion at Carat+
Mumbai: In it’s first, India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is organising India Pavilion, consisting of leading names at the forthcoming show Carat+ at Antwerp, Belgium. The event is slated from 7th to 9th May 2017. India Pavilion will witness 5 leading Indian companies, spread over a significant 72 sq. mts of exhibition space. The Indian exhibitors are
“Diamonds Do Good” Awards in Las Vegas
New York: The Diamond Empowerment Fund (D.E.F) announced a powerful program for its “Diamonds Do Good” Awards gala set for June 4 at the Four Seasons Ballroom in Las Vegas. Iconic retailer Helzberg Diamonds will receive the Corporate Legacy of Philanthropy Award, Mrs. Graça Machel Mandela, former first lady of both Mozambique and South Africa will receive the first-ever “Diamonds
Registration for CIBJO Congress 2017 Opens
Milan: Registration for the 2017 congress of CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, is now open. Delegates and other participants may register for the congress, as well as book hotel rooms, via a dedicated congress website located at: http://www.cibjo.org/congress2017. The 2017 CIBJO Congress will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, November 5-7, 2017, with pre-congress meetings beginning on November 2. The World
Gold Imports Fall By 35.45% in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad: Gold imports in Ahmedabad declined in April. According to data from the Ahmedabad Air Cargo Complex, gold imports in April fell by 35.45% from March. Last month, 7.39 metric tonnes of yellow material was imported against 11.45 metric tonnes in March; this despite the fact that gold jewellery market was buoyant owing to Akshaya Tritiya last week. On the
MS Dhoni Reveals His Most Cherished Platinum Moments
Mumbai: Men of Platinum, the men’s jewellery brand from Platinum Guild International (PGI) India, brought its highly anticipated #MomentWithMahi campaign to a thrilling close with an exclusive fan meet-and-greet with MS Dhoni at the iconic Taj Lands End, Mumbai. This one-of-a-kind experience was the culmination of the brand’s festive purchase programme — a rare reward for select consumers who purchased
GJEPC Hails the India-US Trade Agreement
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has hailed the landmark India-U.S. trade agreement as a “vital relief measure for India’s gem and jewellery sector”, which faced severe pressure from escalating U.S. tariffs. GJEPC extends its deepest appreciation to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, the Hon’ble President of USA Mr. Donald Trump, the Hon’ble Commerce &
Kirit Bhansali Applauds the Union Budget
Mumbai: India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Union Budget for 2026-27 which is hailed by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Through an official Press Release its Chairman Mr. Kirit Bhansali says: “We thank the Government for a positive, growth-focused Budget that addresses key bottlenecks and gives fresh momentum to India’s gems and jewellery sector.
G&J Trade Welcomes the Union Budget
Mumbai: India’s Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman presented the union budget for 2026-27 yesterday in the parliament. Provisions of which are welcomed by India’s gem & jewellery (G&J) trade. Mr. Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC): “The Union Budget 2026–27 reflects a stable and sensitive approach towards the Gems & Jewellery industry. The absence of
