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GJEPC leadership meets Hon’ble Finance Minister to discuss industry growth and key issues
The leadership of the GJEPC met with the Hon’ble Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, to discuss pressing issues and the way forward for the gem and jewellery industry. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, and Shaunak Parekh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, along with Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, engaged in a courtesy meeting with the Hon’ble Minister, highlighting key challenges faced by the industry.
The discussions focused on the inclusion of India Jewellery Park, Mumbai in the harmonised infrastructure list to accelerate industry growth. The leadership also extended an invitation to the Hon’ble Minister to visit the Indian Institute of Gems & Jewellery (IIGJ) Udupi, showcasing the industry’s commitment to skill development and employment generation.
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Gold and Silver Prices Drop Post-Dussehra On Stronger US Dollar
Precious Metals Dip On Strengthening US Dollar, Persistent Global Inflation Concerns, and Shifting Interest Rate Expectations —
Gold and silver prices opened lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Wednesday following the Dussehra festival, pulled down by a strengthening US dollar, persistent global inflation concerns, and shifting interest rate expectations from the US Federal Reserve.
Gold futures fell by Rs 223 to trade at Rs 1,46,296 per 10 grams on the MCX, mirroring weak sentiment across overseas bullion markets. Silver experienced a sharper decline, tumbling by Rs 1,373 to trade at Rs 2,10,112 per kilogram.
Market Summary
Gold (MCX): Down Rs 223 at Rs 1,46,296 per 10 grams.Silver (MCX): Down Rs 1,373 at Rs 2,10,112 per kilogram.
Global Benchmark: Both metals traded weaker across international exchanges as the US dollar gained strength.
Primary Drivers: A firm US dollar index, sticky global inflation concerns, and hawkish signals surrounding the US Federal Reserve’s rate trajectory continue to exert downward pressure on precious metal valuations post-festive demand.
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