Union Budget 2026–27 makes strong push for MSMEs, signals stability and cautious optimism
Union Budget 2026-27 makes a strong push for MSMEs, with a Rs 10,000-crore SME Growth Fund; besides, it enables faster payments via mandatory TReDS for CPSE purchases. Overall, the Budget emphasizes fiscal prudence, infrastructure creation, and ease of doing business. For a sector navigating global uncertainty, shifting consumer preferences, and rising compliance standards, it is stability that the enabler.
We are optimistic about India’s diamond export trajectory in 2026 Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC
In spite of an 8.76% dip in cut and polished diamond exports during April-November 2025, GJEPC remains optimistic about India’s export performance in 2026. The Council is looking forward to the BTA with the US, and should that take longer than expected, it will take all necessary measures in coordination with the government and stakeholders to support exports, and ensure continued growth, says Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC, in a conversation with Suneeta Kaul.
Silver Set to Outshine Gold as Analysts Predict Stronger Gains
Silver is poised to outperform gold in the coming months, with analysts citing a widening gold-to-silver ratio and strengthening industrial demand as key drivers. Investment experts are increasingly recommending silver for higher returns, particularly as India's silver ETF market gains traction
Gold and Silver Prices Plunge Amid Mounting Economic Concerns
Gold and silver prices experienced a sharp decline on Monday, driven by growing economic concerns and a global market sell-off. The precious metals, which had recently reached new highs, are now grappling with volatility as investors react to weakening economic data and recession fears
World Gold Council's Insights: Navigating Gold's 2024 Outlook Amidst Market Uncertainty
In the first half of 2024, gold has demonstrated a robust performance, defying expectations by surging 12% year-to-date and surpassing most major asset classes
Silver ETFs Surpassing Gold in Investor Interest
Recently, the spotlight in the investment world has turned to precious metals, particularly gold and silver, as investors react to renewed expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts anticipated in June
Gem & Jewellery industry will play a key role in making Maharashtra USD 1 trillion economy: Dr. Devendra Fadnavis Dy. Chief Minister, Maharashtra during inauguration of IIJS Signature
Maharashtra’s Industries Minister Uday Samant urges GJEPC to develop indigenous gem & jewellery industry in rural India
Gold price may hit Rs 70000 amid dip in global economy
The yellow metal price is hovering at Rs 63,060 per 10 grams on the commodity stock exchange MCX and around $2,058 an ounce in the international market at a time the rupee is trading above 83 against the dollar
WGCs Gold Outlook 2023 Reckons Mixed Influences Globally
Report warns if central banks tightened rates more than necessary, it could result in severe & widespread downturn; while abrupt reversing could lead to stagflation
PM Narendra Modi Launches India’s First International Bullion Exchange - IIBX at GIFT City
The PM also laid the foundation stone of the headquarters of the International Financial Services Centres Authority in GIFT City
Gold remains resilient amid heightened global uncertainty: WGC
The World Gold Council’s latest Gold Demand Trends Report reveals gold ETFs had their strongest quarterly inflows of 269t since Q3 2020, more than reversing the 173t annual net outflow from 2021, and driven in part by the rising gold price
New WGC report highlights gold's role in decarbonising investment portfolios
The report provides investors and stakeholders with an understanding of the implications of the transition to net zero carbon for gold in the context of a global multi-asset portfolio
IGI flags off its women's empowerment program in Surat
The IGI Women Empowerment Scheme will assist women to get trained and work in an industry that is all set to create ripples in the global economy
Economic Recovery Likely To Boost Gold Demand In India This Year: WGC
The report, titled 'Gold Outlook 2021- Economic recovery and low interest rates set the tone', also said although global economic growth is likely to remain anaemic relative to its full potential for some time, gold's more stable price performance since mid-August may foster buying opportunities for consumers
Gold ETFs Worth Nearly Rs 1,000 Cr Sold In July; Investments Into Yellow Metal Funds Soar
With this, net inflow in gold exchange traded fund or ETF category has reached to Rs 4,452 crore in the first seven months of the year, data with the Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) showed

