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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NRIs Now Cautious Over Gold Purchase

Mumbai: Non-resident Indians (NRIs)who usually buy gold in India during their visits and stash the yellow metal away in lockers have become cautious after the recent government directive on accumulation of the precious metal. Jewellers said purchases by NRIs have fallen 30-40% after the government said jewellery or ornaments bought with explained sources of income will not be taxed, but

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Biennial Meeting of WFDB & IDMA in Mumbai

Antwerp: The 2017 Presidents Meeting, the biennial gathering of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) and the International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA), will take place in Mumbai from February 5 to 8, 2017. The Presidents Meeting starts off the WFDB’s year of celebrations for its 70th anniversary and will also feature a major Diamond Financing Seminar and Roundtable. The

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GJSCI Launches Jewel Talks

Mumbai: Gem and Jewellery Skill Council of India (GJSCI) launches a monthly interactive platform “Jewel Talks” that brings industry veterans on a stage set for talent, pursuing career in the gems and jewellery industry. The first Jewel Talk session, held at IIGJ, Mumbai was mindful and the speakers gave their views on the Gems and Jewellery industry. The event was

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Gemfields Delays Auction Over India Cash Crunch

Mumbai: Gemfields has pushed back a sale of higher-quality emeralds by two months to enable Indian buyers to adapt to the government’s decision to invalidate higher-value currency notes, according to Rapaport. The auction of stones from the Kagem mine in Zambia will now take place in February, whereas it was previously scheduled to be held this month in Singapore. India

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Platinum Love Bands Unveils New Season Collection

Mumbai: Platinum Love Bands has unveiled its new Season Collection — a tribute to the unspoken language shared between couples. Rooted in the belief that every love story has its own dialect, one the world may not understand, this collection transforms those quiet connections into something you can wear — something you can cherish for life. These aren’t just rings.

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De Beers Announces Changes to Exe. Committee

London: De Beers Group has announced changes to its Executive Committee, with current Chief Operating Officer, Burger Greeff, retiring at the end of the year following three decades of exceptional service. Kevin Smith, currently Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Strategy, will become Interim Chief Operating Officer, while Eirik Waerness, currently Senior Vice President & Chief Economist, will move into

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D.P. Abhushan Delivers Strong Performance in Ǫ2

Mumbai: D.P. Abhushan Limited (NSE: DPABHUSHAN, BSE: 544161), a company marking golden legacy of 85 years into Jewellery Industry known for its highest purity & designs standards, transparency & wide range of products portfolio at 11 different geographics in India, announced its financial results for the Second quarter and half year ended 30th September 2025. Ǫ2FY2C Highlights: H1FY2C Highlights: Commenting on the performance,

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GJEPC Charts $100 Bln. Export Vision for India’s G&J Sector

New Delhi: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was invited to attend the meeting organized with selected representatives of various industry sectors that contribute majorly to India’s merchandise exports chaired by the Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi at New Delhi, on 3rd November 2025. Mr. Bhansali was representing the Gems & Jewellery (G&J) sector that

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