PGI releases the PJBR Q2 Report

Platinum Guild International (PGI) has published the Q2 edition of the Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR). The report provides an in-depth market update of platinum jewellery's performance in the second quarter across the biggest consumer markets China, India, Japan and the US.

Danat introduces services to the GJ industry

Danat offers On-site testing

testing for pearls at September HK Fair

Danat is raring to introduce its services to the gemstone and jewellery (GJ) industry during the September Fair, “The June Fair was Danat’s first official participation in an international exhibition. We have set a personal benchmark, which is something the trade now expects from Danat in all future participations,” Danat CEO Kenneth Scarratt says.

“For the September Fair, we will build upon that and provide on-site testing for pearls, gemstones and jewellery items. We will be hosting lectures presented by Danat’s Field Gemmologists highlighting recent gemmological expeditions, and we will also be showcasing items of jewellery, which we believe will be a big attraction.”

Senco Gold with latest campaign

In its new campaign, Senco Gold & Diamonds, the jewellery brand from Calcutta, puts a different lens on craftsmanship. Karigari finds its significance and relevance through the stories of four different women from four different parts of the country - Women who find a reflection of their identity in the jewellery they choose to wear.

Real, everyday women. With real stories. It is set to play up the fact that women, the karigars of life, are as unique as the pieces of adornment they choose for themselves.

Launch of Heritage Collection

Luxury Jewellery brand Anmol is known for bringing awe inspiring, authentic Indian craftsmanship in the form of their exquisite designs since 32 years. This year, the brand embarks on the festive &wedding season with the launch of Heritage Collection at its Heritage Week, a week-long preview that celebrated the legacy of Indian Jewellery and craftsmanship. The Heritage Week was held at Anmol from 3rd to 9th September 2018.

The Heritage Collection by Anmol comprises of a range of varied Indian craftsmanship including Polki, Kundan, Jadau, Meenakari, Filigiree, Temple and Kashmiri jewellery. The range also showcased pieces that are in their traditional form as well as in their contemporary avatars which highlights the evolution of the craftsmanship over years with changing trends and evolving design sensibilities of their patrons.

RBI liquidity absorption of Rs25825cr in Q1

Quarterly Report on Public Debt Management for the Q1 of FY 2018-19 (April to June 2018) released

Public Debt Management Cell (PDMC) (earlier Middle Office), Budget Division, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance has today brought-out the Quarterly Report on Debt Management for the Quarter April-June 2018 (Q1 FY 2019).

During Q1 of FY19, the Central Government issued dated securities worth Rs. 1,44,000 crore in 12 tranches as against Rs. 1,68,000 crore in Q1 of FY18. The Weighted Average Maturity (WAM) of new issuances increased to 15.16 years from 14.92 years in Q1 of FY 18 owing to issuances of longer tenor securities. The weighted average yield (WAY) of issuances for the same quarter was 7.76 per cent compared to 7.01 per cent in Q1 of FY 18.

Botswana truly benefited from mineral

Botswana is one of the few countries in sub-Saharan Africa that has truly benefited from its mineral wealth. Revenues from diamond mines, combined with sound economic policies, have helped build infrastructure and kept the economy stable. But with high unemployment and limited export diversification, the diamond and public sector-led development model is showing its limits.

The IMF’s latest assessment of Botswana’s economy says that while the near- and medium-term prospects look reasonably good, a much less favorable scenario looms if the development model is not revamped and certain reforms are not implemented. Enrique Gelbard, who heads the IMF team for Botswana, sat down with Country Focus to discuss the report’s findings.

Alrosa put 163 rough diamonds for the auction

Alrosa, the largest diamond mining company in the world, is auctioning special size rough diamonds (over 10.8 carats) in Hong Kong, including fancy colour stones.

The company put 163 gem-quality rough diamonds with total weight of 2,615 carats for the auction, which started on September 3. The assortment includes 26 rough diamonds of fancy yellow colours.

77 companies from Russia, Belgium, Hong Kong, Israel, India, China and the UAE are invited to participate in the auction. On September 12-16, Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair will take place, and the company plans to display the auctioned diamonds for visitors of the fair. The results of the auction will be summed up on September 20.

62nd BGJF Launches with Glamour!

Supporting SMEs to the World

Ministry of Commerce’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), launches the 62nd edition of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) under the theme of “Heritage & Craftsmanship” which highlights Thailand’s cultural heritage and the exquisite craftsmanship of Thai artisans that are internationally renowned.

JNA Awards 2018 shines Light on world-class innovators!

IIDGR, PANDORA Production join prestigious circle of Honourees

The seventh edition of the JNA Awards has received a record number of entrants for the Industry Innovation of the Year category, proving yet again the importance of ground-breaking work and creativity in the jewellery sector.

Organised by UBM Asia, the JNA Awards is one of the most prestigious awards programmes that promotes innovation, excellence and best business practices in the jewellery industry. It has established itself as an inspiring platform where business leaders and industry influencers can exchange ideas and share stories of success. The Award Recipients and Honourees will be feted at a gala celebration on Sunday, 16 September, at the InterContinental Hong Kong.

16 Chinese companies rocks at JNA Awards 2018

Sixteen China-based companies have been shortlisted as Honourees at the prestigious JNA Awards 2018, reflecting the increasingly significant role that China plays in the international jewellery and gemstone industry. Remarkably 9 of the Honouree companies are first-time entrants. It also marks China as the country with the largest number of Honourees for the second consecutive year, with 16 Chinese companies also received this honour last year.

Organised by UBM Asia, the JNA Awards is one of the most prestigious awards programmes in the international jewellery and gemstone industry. The Awards is set out to promote and encourage innovation, excellence and best business practices within the trade and has since then recognised a diverse range of companies from the global jewellery community for their achievements.