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The Triangle Breaks Down: Both Metals Exit Consolidation to the Downside
This week (ended on 24th April, 2026) saw both gold and silver give back a meaningful portion of their recent gains, with the global macro backdrop supplying clear headwinds on multiple fronts simultaneously. The primary driver was the interplay between a rebounding US dollar, persistently elevated inflation expectations, and rising uncertainty around the FOMC meeting on April 28-29 — Powell’s final meeting as Fed chair before Kevin Warsh takes over on May 15. Metal This Week (Apr 24) Last Week
The Triangle Breaks Down: Both Metals Exit Consolidation to the Downside
This week (ended on 24th April, 2026) saw both gold and silver give back a meaningful portion of their recent gains, with the global macro backdrop supplying clear headwinds on multiple fronts simultaneously. The primary driver was the interplay between a rebounding US dollar, persistently elevated inflation expectations, and rising uncertainty around the FOMC meeting on April 28-29 — Powell’s final meeting as Fed chair before Kevin Warsh takes over on May 15. Metal This Week (Apr 24) Last Week
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10th Signature IIJS Ended with Success Note
Mumbai: The 10th edition of Signature IIJS and the 4th edition of IGJME concluded here with a success-note. There were ample signs that the Indian gems and jewellery industry had received a shot in the arm heralding that relatively better days lie ahead. Over the last year, the industry has faced multiple challenges be it in the form of continued
IIDGR Establishes 1st Grading Partnership in Asia
Singapore: The International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research (IIDGR), part of The De Beers Group of Companies, yesterday announced that it has established its first retail partnership in Asia for its generic polished diamond grading services. IIDGR’s partnership with Soo Kee Group in Singapore formally launches in February under the retailer’s bridal specialist brand, Love & Co. for its
BrilliAnt – 9th ADTF on January 28-30, 2018
Antwerp: Less than a week after the successful conclusion of the eighth edition of BrilliAnt – the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair, the Organizing Committee announced the dates for the next edition: January 28-30, 2018. “Both visitors and exhibitors need to be able to plan ahead,” said Committee member Mr. Michel Nasielski. “Buyers’ groups and industry organisations that coordinate overseas buying
Belgium’s Rough Trade Buoyant in New Year
Antwerp: Belgium’s rough diamond trade surged again in the month of January, as the dollar value of rough exports from the diamond capital rose 30% while imports kept pace with a 31% increase compared to the same period in a year ago, according to figures from Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC). Volumes were up as well, with Antwerp exporting nearly
10th Signature IIJS Ended with Success Note
Mumbai: The 10th edition of Signature IIJS and the 4th edition of IGJME concluded here with a success-note. There were ample signs that the Indian gems and jewellery industry had received a shot in the arm heralding that relatively better days lie ahead. Over the last year, the industry has faced multiple challenges be it in the form of continued
IIDGR Establishes 1st Grading Partnership in Asia
Singapore: The International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research (IIDGR), part of The De Beers Group of Companies, yesterday announced that it has established its first retail partnership in Asia for its generic polished diamond grading services. IIDGR’s partnership with Soo Kee Group in Singapore formally launches in February under the retailer’s bridal specialist brand, Love & Co. for its
BrilliAnt – 9th ADTF on January 28-30, 2018
Antwerp: Less than a week after the successful conclusion of the eighth edition of BrilliAnt – the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair, the Organizing Committee announced the dates for the next edition: January 28-30, 2018. “Both visitors and exhibitors need to be able to plan ahead,” said Committee member Mr. Michel Nasielski. “Buyers’ groups and industry organisations that coordinate overseas buying
Belgium’s Rough Trade Buoyant in New Year
Antwerp: Belgium’s rough diamond trade surged again in the month of January, as the dollar value of rough exports from the diamond capital rose 30% while imports kept pace with a 31% increase compared to the same period in a year ago, according to figures from Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC). Volumes were up as well, with Antwerp exporting nearly
