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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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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India's Gold Jewellery Exports Tumbled 24% in Jan

Mumbai: India’s gold jewellery exports dropped significantly by more than 24% year-on-year to $397.71 million (Rs. 2,707.58 Crore) in January 2017. Also, the country’s silver jewellery exports recorded marginal drop of nearly 4% to $ 253.60 million (Rs. 1,726.49 Crore). This is in accordance with the latest official monthly data released by the country’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council

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Roberto Coin Brand to be Exhibited in CARAT+

Antwerp: Roberto Coin, one of the world’s most sought-after Italian jewellery brands, has confirmed that it will exhibit at the premiere edition of CARAT+ in Antwerp, May 7 to 9, 2017. With more than 600 new models of fine jewellery created every year, the Roberto Coin brand is today distributed via more than 1,000 points of sales in some 63

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ALROSA Discovers 121ct Diamond

Moscow: Joint Stock Company “ALROSA” (PJSC), the largest in the world in terms of diamond production, announces the production of crystal weighing 121.88 carats tube “Jubilee” Aikhal GOK. Transparent yellowish crystal has dimensions 28h18h19,5 mm. Working tube “Jubilee” in an open way since 1989. The project depth of development -. 720 m, the depth of the quarry is currently more

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Panel of Judges Reconvenes for JNA Awards 2017

Hong Kong: The annual JNA Awards celebrates its sixth year with a stellar panel of judges consisting of five distinguished experts from the jewellery and gemstone industry. Organised by JNA, the JNA Awards recognises and honours companies and individuals that have demonstrated excellence, innovation and outstanding business performance to shape the growth and development of Asia’s jewellery industry. An independent

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India’s New Shopping Mindset, Before You Buy Gold, #PehlaCheckIAGES

Mumbai: Indian consumers are being given the choice to make more informed decisions while buying gold. The efforts of Indian Association of Gold Excellence and Standards (IAGES), a self-regulatory organization created by the gold industry, is beginning to see the fruits of the groundwork it has put, into encouraging a shift in the gold-buying mindset of people with its pan

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De Beers Diamond Output Rises 17% in Q1 2026

London: De Beers Group reported a 17% rise in rough diamond production to 7.1 million carats in Q1 2026, driven by higher volumes from Canada and South Africa. The increase was operational. Canada recorded the sharpest growth, with production rising to 1.0 million carats, up 163% on planned ore release from Gahcho Kué. South Africa output surged 53% to 0.7

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IIGJ Udupi Centre Inaugurated by India’s FM

Udupi, (Karnataka): Marking a significant milestone in India’s gem and jewellery skill development landscape, the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Udupi was unveiled yesterday as a new centre of excellence by India’s Finance Minister (FM) Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman, reaffirming the government’s continued focus on skilling, innovation and employment generation for the sector. The ceremony was attended by Mr.

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India and New Zealand Sign Strategic FTA

Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has welcomed the signing of the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 27 April 2026, calling it a timely and strategic step that opens a high-potential market for Indian gem and jewellery exporters. India’s current gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand stand at approximately USD 16.61 million. With zero-duty

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