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Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
Despite Global Losses & Firmer Rupee, Indian Gold & Silver Held Their Floors
Macro Snapshot: The selling that pushed both metals lower in the week ending 25 September came from the American bond market rather than from any bullion-specific news. S&P Global’s flash survey on 23 September put its composite output index at 58.4, the strongest reading since July 2021, with services at 58.7 and manufacturing at 56.7. On the same morning, Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said further policy adjustments were likely to be needed to return inflation to target. A poorly
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Harshvardhan Rane is the New Face of Ti22 by Aham
Mumbai: Senco Gold & Diamonds has announced actor Harshvardhan Rane as the face of Ti22 by Aham, its latest titanium, gold and diamond collection under its dedicated men’s jewellery brand, Aham. Reflecting the evolving expression of modern masculinity, Ti22 by Aham brings together the strength and lightness of titanium with the timeless appeal of gold and diamonds. With Harshvardhan Rane at
Let this Rakshababdhan Shine Brighter with Platinum
Mumbai: Rakshabandhan has always been a celebration of the quirks, chaos, shared memories and quiet strength that define sibling relationships. Over the years, gifting has become an integral part of the festival – a way to express love, create new memories and celebrate the bond that grows stronger with time. As gifting becomes more personal and thoughtful, platinum jewellery is emerging as a distinctive choice for
GJEPC Webinar Explores Niryat Protsahan Support Under Export Promotion Mission
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) organized a webinar recently to familiarize exporters with ‘Niryat Protsahan’ schemes under the Government of India’s Export Promotion Mission (EPM), with a focus on affordable finance, e-commerce exports and market diversification. The session featured Ms. Trupti Mhatre, General Manager, Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank); Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC
Okavango Diamond Co. Appoints Yoram Dvash as Chairperson
Gaborone: Botswana’s state-owned rough diamond marketing firm, Okavango Diamond Company (ODC), has appointed former World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) president Yoram Dvash as chairperson of its board of directors. Dvash succeeds Gape Kaboyakgosi, who stepped down in November after leading the board for five years. Dvash brings deep industry leadership to the role, having headed the WFDB from 2020
WFDB Supports United Industry Position on Tariffs
Antwerp: The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) announced recently that it stands united with the industry-wide position to request that the US Government grant a tariff exemption for natural diamond imports. The WFDB supports the statement released by the World Diamond Council (WDC) yesterday, which advocates for an industry-wide strategic exemption for natural diamonds. The WDC statement has been
India UK Sign Free Trade Agreement
Mumbai: India and the United Kingdom (UK) sorted out major differences during the latest round of talks in April end at London and announced yesterday the conclusion of the long-awaited Free Trade Agreement. Amid fears of potential fresh tariffs under US President Donald Trump and a renewed global push for deal-making, the UK trade agreement is the first among many India is
Diavik Gets TSM Excellence Award
Perth: Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine has been awarded the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) Environmental Excellence Award for its solar power plant, the largest off-grid solar installation in Canada’s territories. Activated in July last year, the 3.5-MW facility features 6 620 bi-facial panels and is designed to meet up to 25% of the site’s power needs during closure, which is
Jewellery Industry Unites to Protect Consumer Confidence
Milan: In a landmark move for the jewellery sector, the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has launched a four-month public consultation for The Blue List: The Responsible Jewellery Supply Chain Lexicon. This initiative marks the culmination of a collaborative effort spanning more than three years to establish a globally harmonized glossary of responsible sourcing and sustainability terminology for the jewellery, gemstone
