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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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UAE Taskforce Reaffirms Commitment to KP
Dubai: The UAE continues its deep commitment and involvement in the Kimberley Process (KP), following its tenure as KP Chair in 2016, bringing UAE KP Taskforce members to a meeting at the Almas Tower where the Dubai Diamond Exchange is based, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) said Set up as a joint initiative between the Ministry of Economy and
Sales Enhanced on Akshaya Tritiya
Mumbai: Jewellers were eagerly waiting the Indian auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya to get a boost in their business. In fact, the day has proved to be really auspicious for them as the jewellery is picking up this year. Mr. Somasundaram PR, Managing Director, India, World Gold Counci said, “Millions of Indians believe that purchasing gold on Akshaya Tritiya brings
Diamond Sales Picking up: NDTC
Windhoek: Following a devastating year, the diamond market experienced during 2015, last year showed a significant improvement, Sihaleni Ndjaba, the chief executive officer of Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC), said on Thursday. Moreover, he said during a meeting with reporters in Windhoek, a similar trend to 2016 is expected this year. “It is looking very healthy with a high demand.”
BIS Proposes Compulsory Registration
Mumbai: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has moved a step closer to mandatory selling of hallmarked jewellery. Two weeks earlier, it issued draft rules which propose compulsory registration for jewellers with BIS, reports Business Standard. Sources say it has been decided that “once jewellers’ registration with BIS is done, the next move will be to mandate that only hallmarked
Paul De Wachter Named as CEO, HRD Antwerp
Mumbai: The Board of Directors of HRD Antwerp, a subsidiary of the Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), has appointed Paul De Wachter as its new CEO. Bringing over twenty years of experience and a proven track record in the international diamond industry, De Wachter is to take charge as CEO from January 5, 2026. As CEO, he is tasked with
Mallikarjuna Reddy Yarabolu Named as MD of Forevermark India
London: De Beers Group has named retail veteran Mallikarjuna Reddy Yarabolu as Managing Director of Forevermark India, effective January 2026. With over 20 years of experience across fashion, retail and luxury, Yarabolu is expected to drive growth and deepen Forevermark’s presence in the evolving Indian jewellery market. De Beers Group has announced the appointment of Mallikarjuna Reddy Yarabolu as Managing
Cautious Optimism to Prevail Over the Industry in 2026
Mumbai: (By Akash Talesara): As someone closely associated with the diamond and jewellery industry, I view 2025 as a year of stabilization, recalibration and disciplined execution. While the sector demonstrated resilience across key markets, certain external factors, particularly trade-related developments had a tangible impact on overall performance. Performance in 2025: The year 2025 was largely characterized by consolidation and gradual recovery.
BIS Initiative to Strengthen Consumer Confidence
Mumbai: As India rapidly emerges as one of the world’s most important jewellery consumption markets, the need for transparency and consumer confidence has never been more critical. Valued at approximately US$80–85 billion in FY24, the Indian jewellery sector is projected to grow to US$225–245 billion by FY35, underscoring the scale and momentum of domestic demand. Within this broader growth, diamond
