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Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
Despite Collapsing Hike Odds, Rising Yields Kept Indian Gold, Silver Below Their Floors
Snap Shot: Most of the damage in the week ending 2 October landed before the good news arrived, and the good news then failed to repair it. August core PCE inflation, released on 30 September, rose 3.0% from a year earlier against expectations of 3.3%, helped partly by methodology changes at the Bureau of Economic Analysis. September payrolls on 2 October then added just 29,000 jobs against forecasts near 90,000, with unemployment at 4.2% and August revised down to 133,000
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IIGJ Mumbai Opens Modern Campus to Power Industry Growth
Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ), Mumbai, took a significant leap forward in its journey of growth with the inauguration of its newly modernized, state-of-the-art campus. The launch marks a new chapter for the institute, reinforcing its role as a centre of excellence in gems and jewellery education, skill development, and innovation. The ceremony was graced by
Progress in Harmonization of Language used on Gemological Reports
Mumbai: The Laboratory Manual Harmonization Committee (LMHC) has reported significant progress towards its goal of achieving the harmonisation of language used on gemmological reports, following its latest meeting, which was hosted by the Swiss Gemmological Institute – SSEF, in Basel, Switzerland, in May. Following the meeting, LMHC members unanimously approved three new information sheets that standardise terminology and testing procedures, and
GJEPC Urges Finance Minister for Urgent Relief
New Delhi: India’s Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) leadership, led by Chairman Mr. Kirit Bhansali, along with Vice Chairman Mr. Shaunak Parikh and Executive Director Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, met the Hon’ble Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman recently to seek urgent relief measures for the gem and jewellery sector, which has been severely impacted by
BDB Leadership Series Discusses Future of G&J Sector
Mumbai: The second edition of the Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) Leadership Series themed ‘Polishing Our Future’ concluded successfully with world renowned speakers attending the preparatory conference for the Gem and Jewellery Industry members. This was the third day of the three-day conference, the first two days dedicated to presentation of research papers by globally acclaimed scientists under the AGDRT (Advances
CIBJO Guidelines for Measuring ESG Performance
Milan: One year after its release of a breakthrough guidance document that first outlined environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles for the jewellery industry, the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has followed up with a set of guidelines for measuring ESG performance in the distribution chain. And while the first document was geared primarily for companies handling laboratory-grown diamonds, the new
Understanding Global Supply of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire
Mumbai: Gemfields, a leading global miner of coloured gemstones, has released a comprehensive new report titled Understanding the Global Supply of Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire. Key Findings and Objectives: The report sets out three primary objectives: updating data from the previous study, incorporating market analysis of sapphire, and integrating new data sources through collaboration with miners, associations, cooperatives, and consultants.
Global Gold Demand Hits New High in 2024
Mumbai: The World Gold Council’s (WGC) Q4 and Full Year 2024 Gold Demand Trends report reveals that total annual gold demand (including OTC ) hit a new, record high of 4,974t, driven by strong, sustained central bank buying and growth in investment demand. The combination of record high gold prices, and volumes resulted in the highest ever total value of
Jemora Gemhouse’s 1st Auction of Sapphires
Dubai: Jemora Gemhouse confirms its inaugural auction to occur from March 17-19, 2025, at the Dubai Diamond Exchange. This exclusive event will showcase an unparalleled collection of sapphires from some of the world’s most renowned sources, including Kashmir, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Key Highlights for Inaugural Auction: Mr. Dev Shetty, Jemora Gemhouse’s Founder and CEO said, “Our inaugural auction will
