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The 2nd SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave
Conclave provided valuable insights in technology, branding, exports, SEZ policy
The Second SEZ Gem and Jewellery Conclave held at Bharatratnam Mega CFC in SEEPZ, Mumbai, brought together influential stakeholders from across the gem and jewellery sector to deliberate on industry growth, innovation, and policy advancements.The conclave provided valuable insights into the latest industry trends in technology, branding, exports.
The conclave was inaugurated by Dr P Anbalagan, IAS, Principal Secretary, Industries Department, Government of Maharashtra. Present at the inauguration were Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, Saunak Parikh, Vice Chairman, GJEPC, Suvankar Sen, MD, Senco Gold & Diamonds, Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC, Colin Shah, Head of the Working Group, Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC and Adil Kotwal, Director – SEEPZ GJ Manufacturers Association.
Dr. P Anbalagan in his inaugural address said “The Union and state governments aim to grow India’s economy from USD 3 trillion to USD 30 trillion, requiring double-digit growth across sectors, with Maharashtra as a key driver. As the state with the highest FDI, Maharashtra targets a USD 1 trillion economy in 4-5 years, needing 13-14% annual growth. We are looking at the GJ sector as generator of employment and employment.The employment intensive GJ sector will be cornerstone of Maharashtra becoming a $1 trillion economy.The GJ sector in Maharashtra is contributing 47 per cent of India’s GJ exports.”
Track 1 – Technology included: Platinum Group Metal Recycling , Dr Debashish Bhattacharya, Technical Director of Covalence, India, Casting, Stamping and Tubing in Platinum, Dr. Peter Hofmann, Chairman of INDUTHERM, Germany and Rakesh Jangid, Technical Director, Lagor India, 3D Printing of Precious Metal for Commercial Use-Dr Andrea Friso, R&D Head, Legor Italy ,Technology in Diamond Testing, Jayant Kulkarni , Partner ,SGL, Challenges in Identification of Lab Grown Diamonds by Deepa Srinivasa, Chief Gemmologist – Research & Development – GSI, India
Track 2 – Branding included: Redefining Businesses by Sachin Jain, Educator, LÉCOLE School of Jewellery Arts , Dubai, Revitalizing Diamond Desire by Amit Pratihari, Managing Director, De Beers.
Track 3 – Investments included: Booster to G&J Manufacturing by Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC ,Draft Report of Common SoP for SEZs by Nishant, Partner, ELP.
With key decision-makers in attendance, the conclave promises to be an influential platform for shaping the future of the sector.
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Precious Metals Face Macro Headwinds Amid Persistent Inflation and Geopolitical Uncertainty: AUGMONT BULLION REPORT
Safe-Haven Dynamics
Gold faced downward pressure as the U.S. dollar strengthened and Treasury yields surged, reducing the appeal of non-yielding assets. Easing inflation expectations have also diminished hopes for aggressive Federal Reserve policy easing, with markets currently pricing in only one possible rate cut later this year.
Geopolitical Developments
Geopolitical tensions escalated after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly launched a joint operation with Lebanon’s Hezbollah targeting sites in Israel, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.
Additionally, reports of attacks on two oil tankers in the northern Persian Gulf near Iraq and Kuwait heightened fears of supply disruptions, pushing crude oil prices higher by more than 6%.
Macro-Economic Factors
U.S. inflation data for February came largely in line with expectations but remains above the Federal Reserve’s target. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.2% month-on-month, with the annual rate holding steady at 3.1%. Persistently elevated inflation continues to reduce the likelihood of near-term Fed rate cuts.
Technical Triggers
• Gold continues to maintain a bullish bias, with prices expected to move towards $5,250 (~ Rs.163,500) and $5,300 (~ Rs.165,000) in the near term. Strong support is seen around the $5,000 (~ ₹158,500) level, which is likely to act as a key buying zone on any corrective dips.
• After achieving the target of $90, Silver also remains firmly supported and is continuing its upward momentum, with the next upside target around $95 (~ Rs.285,000). On the downside, strong support is placed near $80 (~ Rs.260,000), suggesting that any short-term corrections could attract fresh buying interest.
| Metal | Market | Support Level | Resistance Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | International | $5000 / oz | $5300 / oz |
| Gold | Domestic | ₹158,500 / 10 gm | ₹165,000 / 10 gm |
| Silver | International | $80 / oz | $95 / oz |
| Silver | Domestic | ₹260,000 / kg | ₹285,000 / kg |
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