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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 Brisbane Outreach Connects Indian Exporters With Queensland Jewellery Trade
India’s Gem and Jewellery Exports To Australia Reached US$374.33 Million In FY2025–26, Up 16% From US$322.72 Million A Year Earlier
The Brisbane portion of GJEPC’s Australia-New Zealand trade mission brought Indian gem and jewellery exporters into discussions with Queensland’s jewellery retailers, wholesalers and business bodies, while reinforcing the opportunities created by the India-Australia ECTA.
Led by Vijay Mangukiya, Convener – International Events, GJEPC, the delegation visited Brisbane on 24-25 August 2026 and met Ms. Neetu M. Bhagotia, Consul General of India in Brisbane, as part of its engagement with the local jewellery and business community.
India’s gem and jewellery exports to Australia reached US$374.33 million in FY2025–26, up 16% from US$322.72 million a year earlier, as the India–Australia ECTA’s tariff-free market access continues to open opportunities for Indian exporters.
Sridhar Iyengar, Director – International Events, GJEPC, facilitated B2B interactions with local jewellery businesses and representatives of industry and business organisations. The programme included Michael Hill, Salt Wholesaling, Omi En Vogue, Prince Jewellers, along with representatives from Business Chamber Queensland and the Australia India Business Council. The outreach also took the delegation to established jewellery stores such as Wallace Bishop and Hardy Brothers, providing an on-ground view of Australian jewellery retail presentation and merchandising.
The engagement provided the Indian delegation with a closer understanding of Queensland’s retail and wholesale landscape and opportunities to connect Indian manufacturing capabilities with local businesses. The participating Indian companies span natural and lab-grown diamonds, gold, silver, platinum, coloured gemstones and contemporary jewellery.
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