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The Correction is Ten Weeks Old. The Floor Has Not Broken. Is That the Signal?
Macro Snapshot: The week ending July 31 delivered two of the most consequential macro events of 2026, and neither resolved the stalemate that has defined gold and silver for five weeks. On Wednesday July 29, the Federal Reserve held rates at 3.50-3.75% in a divided 9-3 vote. Three regional Fed presidents (Cleveland’s Beth Hammack, Minneapolis’ Neel Kashkari, and Dallas’ Lorie Logan) dissented in favour of an immediate 25 basis point hike, the largest number of dissents for rates to move
The Correction is Ten Weeks Old. The Floor Has Not Broken. Is That the Signal?
Macro Snapshot: The week ending July 31 delivered two of the most consequential macro events of 2026, and neither resolved the stalemate that has defined gold and silver for five weeks. On Wednesday July 29, the Federal Reserve held rates at 3.50-3.75% in a divided 9-3 vote. Three regional Fed presidents (Cleveland’s Beth Hammack, Minneapolis’ Neel Kashkari, and Dallas’ Lorie Logan) dissented in favour of an immediate 25 basis point hike, the largest number of dissents for rates to move
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Argyle Pink Tender Takes Inspiration from Japan
Perth: Rio Tinto’s annual Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, the most exclusive diamond sale in the world, has taken its inspiration for its 2020 showcase from the Japanese philosophy of Ichigo Ichie, celebrating the unrepeatable nature of a moment in time. Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in the remote East Kimberley region of Western Australia produces virtually the entire world’s supply of
ISO Sets New Global Standards for Diamond Grading
Milan: CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has described as ground-breaking the publication by the International Standards Organisation of ISO 24016, the first-ever standard approved by the body that specifies the terminology, classification and the methods to be used for the grading and description of single unmounted polished diamonds. “This is a historic moment for our industry,” said CIBJO President Gaetano
WGC's Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals
Mumbai: To coincide with the 75th session of the UN General Assembly – and the SDG Business Forum – the World Gold Council (WGC) has published a report entitled Gold Mining’s Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The report outlines how leading gold mining companies are making a significant contribution towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The report
GJEPC’s 1st Plain Gold Jewellery VBSM Kickstarts
Mumbai: India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) kickstarted its first Plain Gold Jewellery Virtual Buyer Seller Meet (VBSM) on 21st September, which follows closely on the heels of the successfully held inaugural VBSM for Loose Diamonds during early September. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Suresh Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry in the presence of
Argyle Pink Tender Takes Inspiration from Japan
Perth: Rio Tinto’s annual Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, the most exclusive diamond sale in the world, has taken its inspiration for its 2020 showcase from the Japanese philosophy of Ichigo Ichie, celebrating the unrepeatable nature of a moment in time. Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in the remote East Kimberley region of Western Australia produces virtually the entire world’s supply of
ISO Sets New Global Standards for Diamond Grading
Milan: CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has described as ground-breaking the publication by the International Standards Organisation of ISO 24016, the first-ever standard approved by the body that specifies the terminology, classification and the methods to be used for the grading and description of single unmounted polished diamonds. “This is a historic moment for our industry,” said CIBJO President Gaetano
WGC's Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals
Mumbai: To coincide with the 75th session of the UN General Assembly – and the SDG Business Forum – the World Gold Council (WGC) has published a report entitled Gold Mining’s Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The report outlines how leading gold mining companies are making a significant contribution towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The report
GJEPC’s 1st Plain Gold Jewellery VBSM Kickstarts
Mumbai: India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) kickstarted its first Plain Gold Jewellery Virtual Buyer Seller Meet (VBSM) on 21st September, which follows closely on the heels of the successfully held inaugural VBSM for Loose Diamonds during early September. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Suresh Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry in the presence of
