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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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PDE Becomes World Jewelry & Diamond Hub
Dubai: The Panama Diamond Exchange (PDE), Latin America’s first diamond bourse, will from now on be known as the “World Jewelry & Diamond Hub, Panama.” The move was approved by the General Assembly of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses, during the 37th World Diamond Congress in Dubai, May 16-19. The change was announced by the Panamanian bourse’s president, Mahesh
Israel Wraps Up Successful Rough Diamond Week
Ramat Gan: The 3rd International Rough Diamond Week, which ended today, was judged a success by both rough sellers and buyers. Participating rough producers – De Beers Auctions, Rio Tinto and Alrosa, as well as Israeli importer Tzoffeys 1818 – reported a high level of interest in their tenders. In addition, leading Israeli rough importers who took part in an
WDM Makes Strong Impression at 37th WDC
WDMHong Kong: The presentations of the World Diamond Mark (WDM) given during the biennial 37th World Diamond Congress gave participating officials and delegates plenty to talk about in the meeting rooms and the corridors of the three-day event that was held in Dubai’s Almas Tower, the home of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and the Dubai Diamond Exchange. Here,
Registration for CIBJO Congress 2016 Opens
Milan: Registration for the 2016 congress of CIBJO, the World Jewelry Confederation, is now open. Delegates and other participants may register for the congress and its social programme, as well as book hotel rooms, via a dedicated congress website located at: http://www.cibjo.org/congress2016/. The 2016 CIBJO Congress will take place in Yerevan, Armenia, October 26-28, 2016, with pre-congress meetings on October
Forevermark Diamond Jewellery Opens Store in Mumbai
Mumbai: Forevermark Diamond Jewellery marked a defining milestone in its India journey with the grand opening of the world’s largest flagship store by De Beers Group in Mumbai. Located at Crest Link, Khar West, at the heart of Linking Road, the nearly 5,000 sq. ft. store reflects the brand’s long-term commitment to Indian consumers seeking meaningful, design-led luxury. The marquee
JewelStart to Elivate India’s Role as “Jeweller to the World”
Mumbai: IIJS Bharat Signature 2026 witnessed a defining moment for India’s gem and jewellery industry with the launch of JewelStart, GJEPC’s first dedicated incubation and acceleration platform for gems, jewellery and allied startups. Unveiled at the show in Mumbai, JewelStart signals a deliberate move to embed structured innovation, entrepreneurship and technology-led problem solving into the industry’s growth story. Conceived as
Platinum Jewellery Continues to Show Sustained Momentum: Vaishali Banerjee
Mumbai (By Suresh Chotai): India’s platinum jewellery sector delivered a strong performance in 2025, supported by robust consumer demand, innovative product lines, and the metal’s attractive pricing compared to gold. Despite global headwinds and periodic market volatility, domestic retail sales and exports recorded healthy growth, positioning platinum as a compelling choice for modern Indian consumers. According to industry estimates, platinum
GJEPC Confers Hall of Fame Awards
Mumbai: The Hall of Fame is more than an awards presentation. It is the occasion reflecting the shared values and collective strength of the gem and jewellery community. GJEPC honoured their contributions that have left a lasting impact and continue to inspire the next generation. These are the leaders who have shaped the industry’s journey and its future. Dilip Kumar
