#AOJQuote of the day 27th October 2016:

“The season started well and the general mood is very good, so seeing this positive trend we are expecting 25-35 per cent growth from last year. Moreover, Rs 30,000-35,000 ticket size to move more this festive season.” 

Mehul Choksi, Chairman & MD, Gitanjali Gems 

 

#AOJQuote of the day 27th October 2016:

“Investment demand is going to be the big driver during this Dhanteras. Demand for wedding jewellery will also be very strong this year." –
PR Somasundaram, MD, World Gold Council India

#AOJDailyeNews The Muthoot Group launches ‘Hero ISL Fair Play Gold Coin’

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Jewellery sales to witness 25 per cent growth in Dhanteras

Gems and jewellery retailers are expecting around 25 per cent growth in sales during Dhanteras, considered auspicious to buy precious metal, compared to last year due to good monsoon and pent up consumer demand, experts say. Read More

#AOJDailyeNews Customs dept heightens vigil to curb gold smuggling in festive season

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Gold broadly steady; investors look to physical demand from India

Physical demand ahead of the festival season in India kept gold prices steady on Thursday amid a firm dollar, while markets awaited more direction on a rate hike from the U.S. Federal Reserve. Read More