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Gold near fresh all-time highs ahead of US trading session
Gold’s price (XAU/USD) is seeing gains tick up trading near $2,952 at the time of writing, fueled by a weaker US Dollar (USD) and softening US yields in a reaction to the recent German federal election outcome. Although the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has gained 20% of votes, the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU) is comfortable in the lead with 208 seats against AfD’s 152. US yields dropped off and the CME Federal Reserve (Fed) Futures are now favoring a 25 basis points (bps) rate cut in June, where last week odds were rather for no rate cut in June.
Meanwhile, traders will watch the US Gross Domestic Product (GBP) release for the fourth quarter of 2024 later this week. Given the recent slowdown in US activity and economic data (for example, the softer Services Purchase Managers Index (PMI) reading on Friday), another drop in US yields could be triggered, with markets anticipating the Federal Reserve lowering its monetary policy rate to boost the economy and demand. The US dollar weakened after several reports and economic data points last week revealed that US business activity slowed and consumer confidence waned, with expectations for inflation surging and markets pricing in more rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year.
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GJEPC Delegation Explores Trade Opportunities With Uzbekistan At Tashkent Networking Meet
A 10-member Indian Gems and Jewellery Delegation Engaged With More Than 60 Stakeholders From The Jewellery Trade, Government Bodies, Customs Authorities and Industry Associations To Strengthen Bilateral Trade Ties
A 10-member Indian gems and jewellery delegation participated in a high-level networking event in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, engaging with more than 60 stakeholders from the jewellery trade, government bodies, customs authorities and industry associations to strengthen bilateral trade ties.
The Indian delegation was led by Sohil Kothari, Convenor – SEZ Sub-committee, GJEPC, who outlined the objectives of the visit and reaffirmed India’s commitment to expanding cooperation with Uzbekistan’s gems and jewellery sector.
The event opened with a welcome address by Her Excellency Smita Pant, Ambassador of India to Uzbekistan, who emphasised the importance of closer economic engagement between the two countries.
Among the key dignitaries in attendance were Roziboyev, Head of the Department of Supporting Business at the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan, along with other Customs Committee officials; Alisher Shaykhov, Advisor to the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; and Nodir Mirahmedov, Chairman of the Jewellery Association of Uzbekistan.
During the networking session, the GJEPC delegation showcased India’s strengths across the gems and jewellery value chain, highlighting the country’s manufacturing capabilities, export expertise and comprehensive industry ecosystem. The presentation also focused on opportunities to deepen trade cooperation, facilitate business partnerships and enhance collaboration between Indian and Uzbek jewellery companies.
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