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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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Antwerp to Strengthen Ties with South Korea
Antwerp: From 11 through 14 December, the City of Antwerp, in the presence of Mayor Bart De Wever, is organizing a mission to Seoul. One of the most important objectives of this mission is to promote the Antwerp diamond industry, which is why the Antwerp World Diamond Centre is a partner to this mission. South Korea is a growing market
Polished Diamond Prices to Recover in 2017
New York: According to an ABN AMRO forecast, polished diamond prices will rise next year thanks to improved economic conditions that boost U.S. and Chinese demand. U.S. jewelry consumption will grow amid a stronger labor market and rising housing prices, the bank said. Anticipated tax cuts together with higher infrastructure and defense spending will play a central role in boosting
GJEPC to Host Signature IIJS From 7th to 9th Feb
Mumbai: The 10th edition of Signature IIJS 2017 is all set to unveil the most coveted premium jewellery and kick-start the new buying season from 7th (Tuesday) – 9th (Thursday) February, 2017 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon. The 4th edition of India Gem & Jewellery Machinery Expo (IGJME) – one of the leading gem and jewellery (G&J) technology fairs –
IDWI to Feature Eight Tenders of Polished & Rough
Ramat Gan: The sixth International Diamond Week in Israel (IDWI), February 13 – 16, 2017, will feature a full eight tenders of rough and polished diamonds by major diamond producers and suppliers. The tenders will take place under the auspices of the Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) International Tender Center, which will be officially launched during the event. During IDWI, I.
Rio Tinto Launches its Final Beyond Rare Tender
Mumbai: Rio Tinto has launched its final Beyond Rare TM Tender, the third in its annual Art Series, featuring 52 lots of extraordinarily rare masterpieces of nature, from its Canadian and Australian diamond mines. Titled Into the Light, this unique event marks a special chapter in world diamond history. With Rio Tinto’s Australian Argyle Diamond Mine ceasing operations in November
JGW Hong Kong Honours Sustainability Champions
Hong Kong: The Winners and Finalists of the Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards) were celebrated at a Recognition Ceremony hosted last night by the industry’s No.1 jewellery sourcing destination – Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW). Powered by Informa Markets Jewellery, the Awards programme recognises exceptional sustainability initiatives within the fine jewellery, gemstone and related sectors.
Diwali Edition of GJS Opens in Mumbai
Mumbai: The India Gem & Jewellery Show (GJS2025) – Diwali Edition officially opened yesterday with a grand inauguration ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. The prestigious event was inaugurated by Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Mr. Devendra Fadnavis who attended the #HamaraApnaShow as Chief Guest, marking a proud moment for the Indian gem and jewellery industry. Also graced by
Augmont Receives Promising Gold Bullion Refiner Award
Mumbai: Augmont Enterprises Ltd., one of India’s established gold platforms, has been recognized with the prestigious “Promising Gold Bullion Refiner (All India)” award at the India Gold Conference (IGC) 2025. This recognition reflects the company’s role in contributing to the evolving bullion industry. At the conference, Mr. Ketan Kothari, Director at Augmont, was presented with the IGC Excellence Award 2025:
