Diamond analyst Paul Ziminisky examines the supply-demand dynamics pushing diamond prices upwards. While global rough diamond supply is on track for a forecasted 119 million carats of production this year, according to…
Neha Lulla Kripalani dabbled in all spheres of jewellery designing, manufacturing and retail before setting up her own brand in 2009. The young designer has found a niche for herself in the…
As Krishan Gopaul’s blog post last week pointed out, central banks have been buying gold during the first four months of 2021. Over that period, we estimate that the official sector has added 150-200…
Signet Jewelers’ first-quarter sales exceeded its expectations as its new strategy was resonating with consumers and delivering higher conversion rates and growth both online and in stores. For the 13 weeks that…
Alrosa said steady Indian midstream demand in May had resulted in sales of rough and polished diamonds totaling $365 million, down 9% compared with April, but significantly higher than the $40.1 million…
Building on the positive retail momentum seen since the start of this year, US retail jewellery sales tripled (203.4%) in May 2021 and grew 44.7% compared with May 2019, according to the…
Art and engineering skills synchronise with balletic grace in Andrew Geoghegan’s well-sculpted collections. A clean aesthetic and restrained design language define the artistry of UK-based designer Andrew Geoghegan. His constant endeavour to…
Canada-based miner Lucara Diamond Corp. recovered a 470-carat top light brown clivage diamond from its wholly owned Karowe diamond mine in Botswana. The diamond, measuring 49x42x26mm, represents the third +300-carat diamond recovered…
Global trade will rebound in 2021 after showing surprising resilience in 2020 despite the economic challenges posed by the pandemic, according to DMCC’s latest special edition Future of Trade 2021 report titled,…
Talismanic jewels have transformed into protective armour during the pandemic, here’s why. In times of pain and uncertainty, many of us look to our jewellery as armour, points out jewellery designer Colette Steckel, who has a flagship boutique in Mexico and a retail store…