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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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Alrosa Posts 41% Jump in Revenue in 2016
Moscow: Alrosa reported a 41-percent jump in revenue to 317.1 billion rubles ($5.4 billion) for 2016 IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) results. Meanwhile, net income surged fourfold on the year to 133.5 billion rubles ($2.25 billion) and free cash flow increased threefold to 111.4 billion rubles ($1.9 billion). Igor Kulichik, Alrosa’s Vice President – Chief Financial Officer, said 2016 was
Sarine Brings Surat Business Under One Roof
Surat: Sarine Technologies has united all its Surat-based operations in one building in the Indian diamond-manufacturing city. The new six-story facility, Sarin House, spans a total of 5,100 square meters and houses about 400 staff members, the Israel-based supplier of diamond-processing technology said. The building – wholly owned by the company’s Indian subsidiary, Sarin India – will house customer care
Gem Diamonds Profit Halves in 2016
London: Gem Diamonds Limited posted a sharp drop in revenue and a halving on the year in profit in its financial results for calendar year 2016. Revenue dropped to $189.8 million from $249.5 million in 2015, while profit was $32.3 million from $67.4 million. Consequently, its directors have “resolved not to propose the payment of a dividend in respect of
Forevermark Forum Stresses Importance of Consumer
New York: The sixth annual Forevermark Forum took place last week, with 450 Forevermark retail jeweler, manufacturer and diamantaire partners. The ‘Forevermark Forward’ conference theme focused on leading with Forevermark to gain a competitive advantage and improve overall diamond business. “Through innovation, integrity and superior quality, Forevermark offers a more engaging customer experience than any other diamond brand,” said Charles
Alrosa Posts 41% Jump in Revenue in 2016
Moscow: Alrosa reported a 41-percent jump in revenue to 317.1 billion rubles ($5.4 billion) for 2016 IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) results. Meanwhile, net income surged fourfold on the year to 133.5 billion rubles ($2.25 billion) and free cash flow increased threefold to 111.4 billion rubles ($1.9 billion). Igor Kulichik, Alrosa’s Vice President – Chief Financial Officer, said 2016 was
Sarine Brings Surat Business Under One Roof
Surat: Sarine Technologies has united all its Surat-based operations in one building in the Indian diamond-manufacturing city. The new six-story facility, Sarin House, spans a total of 5,100 square meters and houses about 400 staff members, the Israel-based supplier of diamond-processing technology said. The building – wholly owned by the company’s Indian subsidiary, Sarin India – will house customer care
Gem Diamonds Profit Halves in 2016
London: Gem Diamonds Limited posted a sharp drop in revenue and a halving on the year in profit in its financial results for calendar year 2016. Revenue dropped to $189.8 million from $249.5 million in 2015, while profit was $32.3 million from $67.4 million. Consequently, its directors have “resolved not to propose the payment of a dividend in respect of
Forevermark Forum Stresses Importance of Consumer
New York: The sixth annual Forevermark Forum took place last week, with 450 Forevermark retail jeweler, manufacturer and diamantaire partners. The ‘Forevermark Forward’ conference theme focused on leading with Forevermark to gain a competitive advantage and improve overall diamond business. “Through innovation, integrity and superior quality, Forevermark offers a more engaging customer experience than any other diamond brand,” said Charles
