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Gold at Record Highs as Wars, Tariffs & Crypto Redefine the Market

As wars, policy shocks and new tokenised assets reshape global markets, gold’s surge is being driven by geopolitics, volatility and a rapidly evolving financial landscape. In 1991, ahead of the US-led invasion…

Tucson: A Desert Pilgrimage for the World of Coloured Gems

A first-hand account from journalist & author Richa Goyal Sikri’s Tucson show visit, which is nothing short of a sanctuary for gem connoisseurs. She offers snapshots of various shows and how exhibitors are dealing with and…

The Emerald Ascendancy In 2025

Last year, emeralds have unequivocally risen to the forefront of the coloured gemstone world, not as a fleeting trend but as a sustained market phenomenon. Once appreciated mainly for tradition or heritage,…

India’s Silver Investment Buying Rises as Jewellery Demand Dips

India’s silver market is expected to see slower jewellery and silverware demand in 2026 as elevated prices weigh on discretionary spending, even as investment buying strengthens. The latest outlook from the Silver…