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Coronavirus May Cut Chinese Demand; Diamond Companies See Better Times

Russell Shor, February 10, 2020

The economic impact of the coronavirus in mainland China and Hong Kong. Plus, an update on the diamond market and gold jewellery.

Two people walk past a Kay Jewelers storefront.

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Jewellery Sales Show Modest Rise; Higher End Soars

Russell Shor, January 10, 2020

US Christmas jewellery sales increased slightly from 2018. Online buying surged, while foot traffic in retail stores slowed.

Three loops of diamond ribbons form a bow around a ruby framed by more diamonds.

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National Retail Federation Predicts a Cheery Holiday

Russell Shor, October 22, 2018

The building blocks are in place for a strong 2018 U.S. holiday season. Plus, diamond market updates and upcoming auctions.

Crowds of people on the trade show floor.

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Typhoon, Trade Wars and Currency Lows Dampen Hong Kong Shows

Russell Shor, September 24, 2018

Business at the September Hong Kong Gem and Jewellery Shows was patchy, despite a strong world economy. Buyers left early to avoid Typhoon Mangkhut.

A 4.10 ct colorless diamond “slice” pendant with black inclusions set in white gold and surrounded by colorless to brown pavé diamonds by Rachel Boston, London. Photo courtesy Rachel Boston

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2017 Las Vegas Trade Patchy, Designers and Diamonds Lead

Russell Shor, June 28, 2017

Designers respond to market trends; demand for diamonds better than expected. Plus: Holiday season diamond marketing campaign gets funding boost.

De Grisogono’s “Crazymal” collection introduced in Basel combines humor and craftsmanship to a luxury line. This pink flamingo ring is 18k gold, pink sapphire and colorless diamonds. Courtesy of De Grisogono

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Luxury Firms Adjust to the Era of Diminished Opulence

Russell Shor, April 17, 2017

Baselworld 2017: Luxury jewellery designers rethinking blingy, gem-laden looks for more artistic designs. Pink Star diamond sells for $71 million (£56 million).

A view of downtown Hong Kong – with a freeway traveling through it.

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U.S. Retailers Continue to Cite ‘Challenging’ Environment; Synthetic Melee Detected

Russell Shor, March 20, 2017

Economists are recognising that the decline in middle-class purchasing power is directly affecting some consumer products – including jewellery.

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De Beers Optimistic as Sales Revive; Luxury Houses Remain Cautious

Russell Shor, February 21, 2017

De Beers holds largest cycle (sight) in more than two years. Luxury sales have begun to rise again after a negative year.

Update on Gemstone Mining in Northern Mozambique

Wim Vertriest and Vincent Pardieu, January 27, 2017

Recounts an expedition to Mozambique’s important deposits of ruby, spinel and tourmaline, which have yet to be fully explored.

A close-up image of a pile of rough diamonds.

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Ups and Downs of 2016 Make for an Uncertain 2017

Russell Shor, January 20, 2017

The diamond industry was slow to recover in 2016 and coloured gems got a welcome shot in the arm. Mixed signals leave no clear indicators for 2017.

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