The Week the Indian Gold Market Changed: A Rupee Crisis Meets a Duty Shock

Macro Snapshot: The week ending May 15 was the most consequential week of the year for the Indian gold and silver trade, not because of what happened to international prices, but because of what happened in India. Two simultaneous shocks reshaped the domestic market: a near 1.6% rupee depreciation to a fresh record low of 95.98 per dollar on Friday, and a Wednesday government decision to raise the gold and silver import duty from 6% to 15%, followed by a

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The Week the Indian Gold Market Changed: A Rupee Crisis Meets a Duty Shock

Macro Snapshot: The week ending May 15 was the most consequential week of the year for the Indian gold and silver trade, not because of what happened to international prices, but because of what happened in India. Two simultaneous shocks reshaped the domestic market: a near 1.6% rupee depreciation to a fresh record low of 95.98 per dollar on Friday, and a Wednesday government decision to raise the gold and silver import duty from 6% to 15%, followed by a

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Delegation from Botswana Visits BDB

Mumbai: Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recently hosted His Excellency, Mr. Gilbert S. Mangole, the esteemed High Commissioner of Botswana, along with Mr. Dipopego Julius Tsheko, Trade Attaché, on a visit aimed at fostering bilateral ties and exploring opportunities in the diamond industry. The visit took place on July 24, 2024 and included a comprehensive tour of the facilities and interactions

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G&J Sector Welcomes the Union Budget

New Delhi: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex trade body for Gems & Jewellery) hailed the first Union Budget of Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi 3.0 government presented by Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for the seventh historic time as a game changer for the indigenous gem & jewellery industry.   Hon. Finance Minister acknowledged that India

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PGI Welcomes Reduction on Platinum Duty

New Delhi: India’s Finance Minister Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, on July 23, announced a cut in custom duty on gold and silver to 6%. Additionally, the finance minister further informed the customs duty slash on platinum to 6.4%. “To enhance domestic value addition in gold and precious metal jewellery in the country, I propose to reduce customs duties on gold and silver to

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Honouring the GEMS of the G&J Industry

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Delegation from Botswana Visits BDB

Mumbai: Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) recently hosted His Excellency, Mr. Gilbert S. Mangole, the esteemed High Commissioner of Botswana, along with Mr. Dipopego Julius Tsheko, Trade Attaché, on a visit aimed at fostering bilateral ties and exploring opportunities in the diamond industry. The visit took place on July 24, 2024 and included a comprehensive tour of the facilities and interactions

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G&J Sector Welcomes the Union Budget

New Delhi: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex trade body for Gems & Jewellery) hailed the first Union Budget of Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi 3.0 government presented by Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for the seventh historic time as a game changer for the indigenous gem & jewellery industry.   Hon. Finance Minister acknowledged that India

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PGI Welcomes Reduction on Platinum Duty

New Delhi: India’s Finance Minister Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, on July 23, announced a cut in custom duty on gold and silver to 6%. Additionally, the finance minister further informed the customs duty slash on platinum to 6.4%. “To enhance domestic value addition in gold and precious metal jewellery in the country, I propose to reduce customs duties on gold and silver to

Read More »

Honouring the GEMS of the G&J Industry

Mumbai: The India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere will felicitate the luminaries of the Gems & Jewellery industry recognizing their outstanding contributions with their dedication and passion that not only elevated the industry but also inspired generations of craftsmen and entrepreneurs. Some celebrated names among them include Mr. Joy Alukka, Mr. Varghese Alukka, Mr. John Alukka, Mr. Paul Alukka, etc.

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