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Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
Why Did Gold & Silver Break Down Just as Fed Hike Bets Faded
Macro Snapshot: The rate backdrop eased during the week ending 23 October, which makes the metals’ slide harder to explain. CME FedWatch odds of a hike at the 27 to 28 October FOMC meeting had settled near one in three on 14 October, after the 3.7% September CPI print, and stood at 9.4% by 23 October. December hike odds slipped from about 90% to close to 80%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 5.00% against 5.09% a week earlier, and
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Fancy Color Diamond Price Index Slightly up in Q1
New York: The Fancy Color Diamond Index for the first quarter of 2017 indicates pricing stability across most fancy color diamond categories. The main exception was blue fancy color diamonds, which saw a 1.9% price increase in the first 3 months of 2017, continuing the trend of 2016. During the same time, yellow and pink fancy color diamond prices remained
Jewellery World Discusses Concept of “Oneness”
Shenzhen: Prestigious industry leaders and design experts shared their interpretations of “Oneness,” the theme of the Xifu International Gold Wedding Jewellery Design Competition 2017 at a forum on April 19, 2017. Organised by the competition, the forum at the Shenzhen Convention Centre was attended by students, aspiring contestants and jewellery aficionados. International jewellery consultant Helen Mao started the discussions by
Saudi’s Biggest Gold Mine Opens in Mecca
Mecca: The biggest gold mine in Saudi Arabia is set to be launched in Mecca. The governor of Mecca, Prince Khalid Al-Faisal will launch the Al-Duwaihi Gold Mine and Factory and other mining infrastructure projects in the region on Monday, local daily Arab News reported. Al-Duwaihi, the biggest gold mine in the kingdom, is owned and operated by the Saudi
De Beers Sales Rise Amid Market Recovery
Gaborone: De Beers’ rough-diamond sales and production grew in the first quarter, signaling upbeat sentiment in the manufacturing sector. Sales volume jumped 74% to 14.1 million carats, reflecting improved rough demand, the company said Monday. The number of sights — contract sales events — also impacted the result, as there were three this quarter compared with two during the same
Sky Gold & Diamonds Unveils Innovative Designs
Mumbai: Sky Gold & Diamonds showcased its strong focus on innovation and design excellence at IIJS Premiere 2026, unveiling a diverse portfolio of products reflecting evolving consumer preferences and market trends. The showcase was attended by Mr. Rajesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director, Kalyan Jewellers, and Mr. Ba Ramesh, Joint Managing Director, Thangamayil Jewellery Ltd., along with Sky Gold & Diamonds’ Directors
GJC Announces 15th Edition of National Jewellery Awards
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) proudly announces the 15th edition of the National Jewellery Awards (NJA’26), India’s most prestigious celebration of excellence in the gem and jewellery industry. Widely regarded as the industry’s highest honour, the National Jewellery Awards recognise and celebrate exceptional achievements in jewellery design, manufacturing, retailing, craftsmanship, innovation, and branding. Entries for NJA 2026
Namibia Delegation Explores Direct India Diamond Trade
Mumbai: A senior Namibian delegation led by Ms. Gaudentia Krohne, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, visited India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) office on 11 August as part of a B2B engagement aimed at exploring greater cooperation between Namibia and India’s diamond industry. The delegation included Rehabeam Nepaya, Deputy Director, Diamond Affairs; Secret Ruhaka and
LML Brand Holdings Expands into Jewellery Segment
New Delhi: Driven by its vision of identifying and revitalising iconic Indian brands that have earned lasting consumer trust, LML Brand Holdings recently announced the acquisition of Asmi and Sangini, marking its entry into the branded jewellery segment. The acquisitions further strengthen the company’s “Reimagining Legends” philosophy of preserving the legacy of well-loved brands while unlocking their next phase of
