The World Gold Council today launched its bridal campaign, “Gold Makes it a Marriage,” at this week’s annual Jewelers’ Circular Keystone (JCK) show in Las Vegas. Lending her iconic bridal style and sophistication to the campaign, is legendary couture bridal designer, Amsale Aberra, who serves as the campaign spokesperson. The campaign highlights the role of the gold marriage ring as a symbol of the deep and lasting commitment two people make to each other on their wedding day – whether they choose yellow, white or rose gold.

The World Gold Council reveals its US Gold Trend Collection for 2011 at this week’s annual Jewelers’ Circular Keystone (JCK) show in Las Vegas. The trends, grouped in six categories, range from the dainty and delicate to the bold and ground-breaking. The collection highlights the inventiveness and high levels of craftsmanship of today’s designers that help build on the allure and preciousness of gold jewelry, making it more desirable than ever.

As of the IMF’s May release of its International Financial Statistics, several countries have reported additional purchases of gold. Notably, Mexico reported to the IMF that it acquired 14.8 and 78.5 tonnes of gold in February and March, respectively. This was a significant increase in its gold holdings, raising Mexico’s position in the table to the 34th largest holder of gold with 100.2 tonnes.

As of the IMF’s May release of its International Financial Statistics, several countries have reported additional purchases of gold. Notably, Mexico reported to the IMF that it acquired 14.8 and 78.5 tonnes of gold in February and March, respectively. This was a significant increase in its gold holdings, raising Mexico’s position in the table to the 34th largest holder of gold with 100.2 tonnes.

Lower volatility and dollar weakness increased investment and jewellery demand in key markets

The World Gold Council respectfully submits to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (the “CFTC”) the following comments and recommendations in response to the Federal Register Notice of January 26, 2011 that pertains to the notice of proposed rulemaking to establish position limits for certain physical commodity derivatives (the “Proposed Rule”) pursuant to Section 737 of Title VII of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Dodd-Frank Act”).

Investors who assume that an investment in a commodity index provides effective gold exposure are failing to optimise portfolio performance, according to a new study published today by the World Gold Council.