A crucial change to GIA grading reports could restore confidence among the trade and consumers.
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For now, nothing is final; exemption remains a few steps away.
X-ray identifies large cavities containing foreign materials.
Three stones in submitted necklace and earrings showed signs of the clarity treatment, lab says.
New rate is meaningful reduction, but further easing is necessary to fully revive demand and stabilize exports, industry says.
HRD Antwerp inaugurates facility in Hyderabad, while IGI opens in Sitapura, Jaipur.
New deal removes duties of 2% to 4% on finished goods.
Sales up 21% year on year in fourth quarter.
Yellows down 1.9%, while pinks and blues record a 0.7% decrease.
AGTA’s John Ford and Bruce Bridges share updates and insights.
Duty on Antwerp-manufactured stones will drop to 2.5% from 5.5%.