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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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MCX Gold Futures Trade Near ₹1.42 Lakh Amid Dollar Strength and Fed Rate Cues
Persistent Inflation Concerns and Hawkish Policy Cues From The US Federal Reserve Continue To Weigh On Non-Yielding Bullion.
Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) gold futures for the December contract traded in the range of Rs 1,42,324 to Rs 1,43,150 per 10 grams, reflecting recent market pressure driven by a stronger US dollar and expectations of high-for-longer interest rates from the US Federal Reserve.
Key Market Highlights
MCX December Gold Futures: ~Rs 1,42,324 – Rs 1,43,150 per 10 gramsMCX Benchmark (Previous Close Range): ~Rs 1,44,100 per 10 grams. Domestic Physical Rates: Rs 1,43,290 per 10g (24K) | Rs 1,31,350 per 10g (22K).
COMEX Gold (International Reference): ~$4,068.70 per ounce
Market Drivers
US Fed Rate Outlook: Persistent inflation concerns and hawkish policy cues from the US Federal Reserve continue to weigh on non-yielding bullion.
Firm US Dollar: A strengthening US dollar has increased the cost of dollar-denominated gold across global and domestic markets.
Festive Domestic Demand: Local buying ahead of Dhanteras and the festive season continues to provide intermittent support, cushioning broader price pullbacks.
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