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Chow Tai Fook to Launch 100% Recycled Gold Jewelry Collections in 2025 as Part of Sustainability Commitment

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group, based in Hong Kong, is set to unveil its first collection of 100% recycled gold jewellery in 2025, aligning with its ambitious Sustainability 2049 strategy. The initiative is part of the company’s broader commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, with goals to achieve net-zero emissions by 2049 and reduce overall emissions by 50% by 2030.
The Sustainability 2049 blueprint focuses on three main pillars: environment, people, and industry. A key component of the strategy is the increased use of recycled metals in its product offerings. This move positions Chow Tai Fook as the first Chinese jewellery brand to introduce products made entirely from recycled gold, aiming to set new industry standards.
In addition to reducing its reliance on newly mined precious metals, the company will work closely with international and local industry bodies to establish new standards for recycled gold jewellery. Furthermore, Chow Tai Fook is committed to achieving 100% traceability for its T·MARK diamonds by 2029, with an eventual goal of tracing them back to the mine of origin.
Chow Tai Fook’s dedication to sustainability is further demonstrated by its inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index and the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition) for two consecutive years.

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Precious Metals consolidate ahead of Powell remarks AUGMONT BULLION REPORT
Gold and silver trade range-bound as markets await Powell’s Jackson Hole speech for policy cues. With a 75% chance of a September cut, geopolitical tensions over Russia-Ukraine dampen optimism.

- Gold and silver prices are staying within a narrow range as traders await significant movements in anticipation of Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, which could provide clues about the direction of US policy.
- Despite indications of a weakening job market and inflation that is still above goal and susceptible to pressures from tariffs, Fed policymakers on Thursday showed scant support for a rate decrease next month, leaving markets looking to Powell’s speech for clarity.
- With markets pricing in a 75% chance of a quarter-point cut, investors continue to view policy easing as a possibility in September.
- Geopolitical optimism for a possible peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine waned when reports surfaced that Russia had launched its biggest drone and missile attack on Ukraine in over a month. Moscow accused Kyiv of rejecting the prospect of a “lasting and fair settlement.
Technical Triggers
- Gold seems to continue its downward trajectory after sustaining below $3400. Next support is $3340 (Rs 98500), while $3445 (Rs 100,500) remains the resistance.
- Silver prices are expected to consolidate in a range of $37(Rs 110,500) to $39 (Rs 115,000). Buy on dips and sell on rallies.
Support and Resistance
Metal | Market | Support Level | Resistance Level |
---|---|---|---|
Gold | International | $3340/oz | $3445/oz |
Indian | ₹98,500 / 10 gm | ₹100,500 / 10 gm | |
Silver | International | $37/oz | $39/oz |
Indian | ₹110,500 / kg | ₹115,000 / kg |
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GIA Appoints Sriram Natarajan as Senior Vice President of Laboratory Operations
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has named Sriram “Ram” Natarajan as its new Senior Vice President of Laboratory Operations.

Sriram Natarajan, who previously served as Managing Director of GIA India Laboratory Private Limited, assumed his new role in early August at GIA’s world headquarters in Carlsbad, California, reporting to GIA President and CEO Pritesh Patel.
In this capacity, Natarajan will oversee global laboratory operations, including diamond grading and jewellery services, and shape the vision and strategy for GIA’s expanding laboratory network.

“Ram is a dynamic leader closely attuned to GIA’s mission and the needs of our laboratory clients,” said Pritesh Patel, President and CEO, GIA. “As we continue to introduce new technologies and processes to advance efficiency, and develop new laboratory products and services, his expertise, insight and experience will be invaluable.”
Natarajan joined GIA India in 2017 as Vice President of Laboratory Operations and was elevated to Managing Director in 2020. In that role, he led education and laboratory initiatives across India, drawing on more than three decades of international operational and leadership experience.
“It is an honor to take on responsibility for overseeing GIA’s gemological laboratories,” Sriram Natarajan said. “I look forward to working with our teams and clients to deliver high-quality laboratory services and uphold the standards of excellence that GIA is known for.”

GIA said a new Managing Director for GIA India Laboratory Private Limited will be announced in the fourth quarter of 2025.
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Pandora Strengthens Position as Full-Fledged Jewellery Brand with Solid Q2 Growth
Danish jewellery giant Pandora has reported another quarter of strong performance, reinforcing its transition from a charm-dominated business into a diversified global jewellery brand.

Pandora, which operates more than 6,700 points of sale worldwide, said its strategic “Phoenix” growth plan—focused on brand elevation, product design, market expansion, and personalization—is steadily paying off.
For the quarter ended June 30, Pandora posted 8% organic growth, up from 7% in the previous quarter. The company expects organic growth in the 7–8% range for the full year. Like-for-like sales rose 3% overall, with the US market leading at 8% growth, while Europe showed a modest 1% increase.
Despite what it described as a “turbulent” global economic climate, including pressures from foreign exchange, tariffs, and commodity prices, Pandora said both revenue and margins remained resilient.

“In these turbulent times, we are satisfied with yet another quarter of high single-digit organic growth and strong profitability,” said Alexander Lacik, Pandora’s President and CEO, in the company’s financial statement released on 15 August. “The results show that our brand and unique storytelling proposition continue to attract more consumers.”
Pandora, which still derives over 70% of its sales from charm bracelets, has been steadily expanding its portfolio into rings, earrings, and necklaces, strengthening its ambition to be recognised as a complete jewellery brand.
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