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Macro Snapshot: Gold posted its best week since late August, but it got there on rate relief that had disappeared by Friday. COMEX gold rose 4.5% to $4,074.9 and silver 5.4% to $51.94 while cheaper oil pushed the odds of a December Fed hike down from about 71% on 30 October to 64% ahead of Friday’s payrolls, according to CME FedWatch readings reported by Benzinga and Reuters. The jobs data sent the odds back up to 74.8%, CNBC reported, a
With December Hike Odds Intact, Can a Midterm Rally Repair Gold, Silver’s Breakdowns?
Macro Snapshot: Gold posted its best week since late August, but it got there on rate relief that had disappeared by Friday. COMEX gold rose 4.5% to $4,074.9 and silver 5.4% to $51.94 while cheaper oil pushed the odds of a December Fed hike down from about 71% on 30 October to 64% ahead of Friday’s payrolls, according to CME FedWatch readings reported by Benzinga and Reuters. The jobs data sent the odds back up to 74.8%, CNBC reported, a
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Indian Jewellers to Observe Strike on 10th Feb
Kolkata: Over 300 jewellery associations across the country will observe one-day strike on February 10 to protest against norms that make it mandatory to quote PAN for any transactions of Rs 2 lakh and above. “We are forced to call the strike on Wednesday for the government’s decision to impose PAN card for purchases above Rs two lakh,” chairman (east)
KP Chairman Honored during Visit to WJH
Panama: Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman of the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC), was honored last week in Panama City, when he was presented Honorary Membership of the World Jewelry Hub (WJH) by its Chairman Mr. Eli Izhakoff. Mr. Bin Sulayem, who also is the current Chairman of the Kimberley Process, was on a visit to Panama as a guest
AWDC Simplifies Identification Process
Antwerp: Belgian anti-money laundering legislation requires diamond traders to identify their clients, verify their identity and conduct a risk analysis before proceeding to a transaction. AWDC, the umbrella organization of the Antwerp diamond industry, is therefore making a free database available to diamond traders to simplify this identification process. Not only banks, but also diamond traders in Belgium are required
Seventh ADTF Holds its Own in Cautious Market
Antwerp: When the Seventh Edition of the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair (ADTF) opened its doors on Sunday, January 31, expectations among participating exhibitors were low key, recognizing the rather slow holiday sales season reported by European retail jewellers and diamond distributors. Fortunately, by the time the three-day fair — jointly organized by the Antwerp Diamond Bourse (Beurs voor Diamanthandel), the
Kirit Bhansali Graces KJIF 2025 as Chief Guest
Kochi: Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman of India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) was invited as the Chief Guest at the inauguration of the Kerala Jewellery International Fair (KJIF) 2025, held at the Adlux International Exhibition & Convention Centre, Angamaly, Kochi, on 27th June 2025. Organized by the Kerala Gold & Silver Merchants Association and United Exhibitions, KJIF is
Aditi Tatkare Inaugurates InnovNXT 40 Under 40
Mumbai: The future of India’s gem and jewellery industry came alive at the launch of InnovNXT 40 Under 40 in Mumbai on 25th June 2025 — a dynamic initiative by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the apex body for the gem and Jewellery industry in India, aimed at recognising and empowering its next generation of leaders. With
Candere Unveils New Store in Panvel
Mumbai: Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand by Kalyan Jewellers, has further expanded its presence in Mumbai with the launch of its 7th store in the city, located in Panvel, Navi Mumbai. With this addition, Candere now operates 77 stores across India, reflecting its commitment to bringing distinctive jewellery collections to a wider audience in the region. This expansion marks a
GJEPC Organizes INNOVNXT 40 UNDER 40
Mumbai: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has organized INNOVNXT 40 UNDER 40 SESSION on 25th June. It is an initiative by GJEPC to recognize and celebrate 40 young innovators in the jewelry industry, under the age of 40, who are driving growth through new-age marketing techniques and adaptability. The program aims to foster industry growth by equipping the
